Carolina Whitewater: A Paddler's Guide to the Western Carolinas (Canoe and Kayak Series) - Softcover

Benner, David; Benner, Bob

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0897326172 ISBN 13: 9780897326179

Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press, 2005

Synopsis

The ultimate guide to paddling whitewater in the western Carolinas, Carolina Whitewater has guided boaters to the best water in the Tar Heel and Palmetto states for almost 30 years. This latest edition includes expanded and updated information for the classic rivers, like the Chattooga, French Broad, and Nantahala, in addition to many new steep creeks including Cove, Rockhouse, and Hurricane. New to this edition is a section on flatwater that is suitable for canoe camping and can be handled by beginner and novice paddlers. Profiled runs are from the Broad River and two of its tributaries, the Enoree and the Tyger. The convenient at-a-glance format for each river section makes it easy to find critical details such as difficulty, length, paddling time, gradient, and more. River descriptions, shuttle and gauge information, and topographic-based maps complete the useful information needed to help boaters pick rivers to match their ability. With over 80 detailed profiles and more than 60 maps of the best canoeing and kayaking waterways in the Carolinas, this guide is indispensable. From quiet float trips on the French Broad to exciting runs on the fast-flowing Nolichucky, Carolina Whitewater details the best paddling experiences in both states.

About this title

From the Back Cover

The ultimate guide to paddling whitewater in the Carolinas, Carolina Whitewater has guided paddlers to the best creeks and rivers in the Tar Heel and Palmetto states for over 30 years.
Detailed creek and river profiles include:

Topographic-based maps
Shuttle directions
Gauge locations

Kayakers and canoeists will find expanded and updated information for the classic rivers, like the Nolichucky, Nantahala, and French Broad, as well as for several new steep runs, such as Rockhouse Creek, Hurricane Creek, the Gragg Prong, and Big Hungry River. You'll also get vital information on clubs and organizations, state water trails, and national and scenic rivers.
Waterway data for each run includes:

Class of difficulty
Length of the run
Time to paddle
Water level needed to paddle
Permits required (if any)
Gradient of each run
Ratings for scenery

About the Author

Still an active "creekist" and climber, David Benner lives in Morganton, NC, where he coordinates the Physical and Outdoor Education program for Western Piedmont Community College. Bob Benner, a long time paddler, is retired and resides in Morganton, N.C.

About this edition

• Publisher: Menasha Ridge Press
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0897326172
• ISBN 13: 9780897326179
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 276