Cool water, fast currents and rock ledges make the Hiwassee River the perfect family adventure. The Hiwassee is a Tennessee State Scenic River and is simply beautiful and has enough whitewater to keep everyone interested but not enough where you need a guide. The Hiwassee River begins high on a ridge near the Appalachian Trail in North Georgia, meanders through the Georgia and North Carolina countryside then plunges into Tennessee at the TVA Appalachian Power House. After all this mountain meandering the Hiwassee has one ridge left to clear on its surge towards the Tennessee River. And it’s a beautiful, scenic setting as the crystal clear river makes a dramatic horseshoe bend at the foot of Tennessee’s Hood Mountain. The Hiwassee River is truly a worthy member of the states scenic river system.

Adventures Unlimited has partnered with Hiwassee Outfitters to offer our guests the highest quality service and equipment. Our 5 mile Hiwassee Adventure begins at the Appalachian Power House and then a wonderful float down one of the most scenic rivers in the East. Numerous class I and II rapids spice thing up keeping even the hardened adventure seekers excited. Finishing with an exciting class II+ run, “Devil’s Shoals” and then a relaxing float into Reliance.

We offer the finest river equipment available:
Our solo "funyak" is made by Aire Corporation, the largest producer of whitewater craft in America. It provides the best ride available on the Hiwassee for a single person. It is paddled similar to a kayak with a double-blade paddle. You can do anything in this boat that you can do in a kayak, but you don't have to be an expert paddler to enjoy the rapids. The boat can easily be paddled by a novice. If you fall out, just grab the boat and climb back in. The boat is also self-bailing so you never have to stop to empty water out of the boat and you are always in control.

Our two-person "funyak" is made by Aire Corporation, the largest producer of whitewater craft in America. It provides the best ride available on the Hiwassee for two people. It is paddled similar to a canoe with single-blade paddles. You can do anything in this boat that you can do in a canoe, but you don't have to be an expert paddler to enjoy the rapids. The boat can easily be paddled by novices. One person can easily paddle this boat with a double-blade paddle if you want to bring your sweetie along just for the ride. The boat is also self-bailing so you never have to stop to empty water out of the boat and you are always in control.

Our three/four/five-person raft is made by Aire Corporation, the largest producer of whitewater craft in America. The multi-faceted Puma is a superb boat for a family of three, four, or five people for a safe and enjoyable ride down the scenic Hiwassee River. However, the Puma raft is also a high-performance raft that can be paddled by two people just like a canoe. It can be surfed in rapids just like a kayak or canoe but is as safe as a raft. The boat is also self-bailing so you never have to stop to empty water out of the boat and you are always in control. A great boat for fishing the Hiwassee River with one/two people.

The Perception Torrent provides whitewater fun with open-top freedom. It is a true sit-on-top kayak for whitewater, paddled with a double-blade paddle. Extremely stable and forgiving, but highly maneuverable and quick making the Torrent the perfect boat for the Hiwassee. If you wanted to try a kayak but were concerned about being sealed in or lacked the skill necessary… here’s your opportunity to give this awesome experience a try!

Photographs of your rafting trip, t-shirt and cool drinks will be available at our outfitters store immediately following your trip.

Warm Weather Rafting Attire:
Swim suit, t-shirt, shorts, tennis shoes or river sandals and sunscreen.

Cool Weather Rafting Attire:
Windbreaker, fleece, cotton synthetics, wool sweater or wetsuit, wool hat, neoprene booties or wool socks and tennis shoes. We also offer spraywear to our guests at no additional charge, but you should be prepared and bring the clothing listed above. Wetsuits are available for rental.

Everyone should bring a complete change of clothes and a dry pair of shoes for after the trip. Our changing rooms are fully equipped and even include hot showers.

Water Classification: I and II
Time On Water: 3 hours
Total Trip Time: 3.5 hours
Minimum Age Requirement: None

Waivers Required:Yes
Waivers are required for every participant and anyone under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian.
Guided: No. However, guides can be provided by special request and additional cost.