Chattooga River, SC

Experience the Southeast’s premier whitewater adventure on the Chattooga River, one of the few rivers in the country protected by the National Wild & Scenic Rivers Act. Designated in 1974, the Chattooga remains an untouched wilderness corridor, known for its dramatic gorges, iconic rapids, and remote beauty.

Choose Your Adventure:

• Section 3 (Ages 8+): Ideal for families or first-timers, this section features playful Class II-III rapids, scenic swimming holes, and an exciting finale at Bull Sluice (Class IV).

• Section 4 (Ages 12+): Ready for more intensity? Take on Seven Foot Falls and the legendary Five Falls—a dramatic series of Class IV drops that challenge even seasoned paddlers.

Both full-day trips include a riverside lunch stop, often near the beautiful Long Creek Falls.

Whether you’re searching for whitewater rafting near Georgia or South Carolina, the Chattooga delivers a once-in-a-lifetime adventure. NOC has been guiding trips on the Chattooga since 1972, long before the river gained national fame in the film Deliverance, where NOC’s co-founder, Payson Kennedy, performed river stunts. Today, our expert guides uphold that legacy with top-tier training and the best river gear in the industry.