Middle Ocoee River Rafting

Guided White Water Rafting on the Middle Ocoee River

Looking for the best Middle Ocoee white water rafting experience? NOC’s guided Middle Ocoee River rafting trips offer five miles of continuous Class III and IV rapids in the heart of Tennessee’s Cherokee National Forest.

Experience the thrill of Middle Ocoee white water rafting on one of the most famous stretches of whitewater in the country. Known as “America’s Most Popular River Trip,” the Middle Ocoee River delivers five miles of nearly continuous Class III and IV rapids, making it a must-do adventure in Tennessee’s Cherokee National Forest. This half-day guided rafting trip combines nonstop action, stunning mountain scenery, and unforgettable excitement for first-time rafters and experienced paddlers alike.

Your Middle Ocoee River rafting adventure begins beneath Ocoee Dam No. 2 with an exhilarating start through Grumpy, the river’s powerful entrance rapid. From there, the excitement never lets up as you paddle through legendary rapids including Table Saw, Broken Nose, Double Trouble, and Powerhouse. Expect big waves, splashy drops, and plenty of laughter as you navigate one of the Southeast’s premier whitewater rafting destinations with an expert NOC guide.

Middle Ocoee Rafting Trip Highlights

• Enjoy an unforgettable Middle Ocoee white water rafting trip featuring five miles of continuous Class III and IV whitewater.
• Experience the most popular section of Middle Ocoee River rafting, packed with iconic rapids including Table Saw, Broken Nose, Double Trouble, and Powerhouse.
• Navigate exciting drops and powerful currents alongside NOC’s professional rafting guides.
• Discover the beauty of the Ocoee River as it winds through the Cherokee National Forest and the foothills of the Smoky Mountains.
• Perfect for families, groups, and adventure seekers looking for an action-packed half-day whitewater experience in Tennessee.

What to Expect

This trip will last approximately 3-3.5 hours, with 1.5 hours on the river and the rest on trip preparation and shuttle.

Please check-in for your trip 30 minutes prior to your reservation at NOC’s Ocoee River Outpost. After a brief orientation and video, you’ll get geared up with PFDs and paddles and load onto the big blue bus to shuttle to the river put in. Once in the raft, your experienced guide will walk you through the rafting lingo and what to expect. Then it’s down the river you go, paddling through bouncy waves and exciting rapids.