The thrilling Upper Ocoee River Adventure is a
trip everyone must try! Now you can enjoy whitewater rafting the Upper Ocoee all
summer long. The Upper Ocoee Rafting Adventure
is 3 ½ hours long. Following calm serene beauty our river guides will take you through
some of the most spectacular whitewater rapids in the country. This trip is suitable
for all experience levels. However, precise maneuvering is required and may be slightly
more physically demanding than the Classic Middle Ocoee Adventure.
Many people ask, "I've run the Ocoee several years ago and
had a great time but what is the Upper Ocoee River really like?" This
is the section that is above the Classic Middle Section and where the Olympic Canoe
and Kayak Slalom events were held in July of 1996. The beginning of the Upper Ocoee
is characterized as a wilderness section with spectacular scenery and gentile whitewater.
Then after the first short mile the river begins its drop towards the awesome class
IV rapids of the Ocoee Olympic Course. After several challenging class III and IV
rapids we enter the world famous Ocoee Olympic Course. With almost a mile of whitewater
the Ocoee Olympic Course is like one giant class IV rapid, with all the key ingredients;
vertical drops, huge waves, challenging maneuvering and repeat! Simply put "AWESOME"!
But it's not over yet. we still have several more great rapids and a last second
"hidden" drop just to keep you guessing.
Adventures Unlimited offers the Upper Ocoee Adventure on weekends throughout the
season and we provide all the equipment needed, transportation to and from the river
and one of our highly trained guides to make sure that your trip is memorable. All
you need to provide is a sense of adventure, a healthy appetite and a change of
clothes.
Photographs of
your rafting trip, t-shirt and cool drinks will be available at our outfitters
store immediately following your trip.
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.
Warm Weather Rafting Attire: Swim suit, t-shirt,
shorts, tennis shoes or river sandals and sunscreen.
Dates Available - Upper Only:
May: 10,17, 24, 25, 31
June: 7, 8,14,15, 21, 22, 28, 29
July: 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27
Aug: 2,3,9,10,16,17,23,24,30, 31
Sept: 6, 13, 20
Water Classification: III and IV
Time On Water: 2 hours
Total Trip Time: 3.5 hours
Minimum Age Requirement: 12 years old
Waivers Required:
These are required for every participant and anyone under the age of 18 must have
a waiver signed by a parent or guardian.
Guided: Yes