Section III - Full Day

This exciting class III whitewater run is a classic in the Southeast.  Come enjoy nine miles of one of the
oldest watersheds in the world as you paddle down a corridor of green trees and large boulders.  
Numerous class II and III rapids culminate with the class IV Bulls Sluice (easily scouted and walked)
right before the 76 bridge take-out.  This river trip is appropriate for those with previous whitewater rafting
experience and those going with experienced individuals.
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Section III - Half Day

A shorter version of the exciting class III whitewater run is a classic in the Southeast.  Come enjoy three
miles of one of the oldest watersheds in the world as you paddle down a corridor of green trees and
large boulders.  Numerous class II and III rapids each with a class IV rapid that is easy to portage.
  Thrifts Ferry to Hwy
76 Bridge
 Earls Ford to Sandy
Ford
River Float Float Times (Varies with
water levels, scouting and number of
stops)
 1.5 - 2.5 hours
Low water 2.5 - 4 hours
 1.5 - 2.5 hours
Average time needed from shop arrival
until return
 3 -4 hours
Low water 4 - 5.5 hours
 4 - 5 hours
Last Trip Time
 Noon
 By appt. only
  Sandy Ford to Hwy
76 Bridge with car
drop
 Sandy Ford to Hwy
76 Bridge with
equipment pick-up
River Float Float Times (Varies with water
levels, scouting and number of stops)
 5 - 6 hours
 5 - 6 hours
Average time needed from shop arrival until
return
 8 - 9 hours
 8 - 9 hours
Trip Meeting Time
 9:00 am
 9:00 am
Second Ledge on
Section III run and
portage on river left.

An intermediate class III whitewater run.  Come enjoy one of the oldest watersheds in the world as you
paddle down a corridor of green trees and large boulders.  Numerous class II+ rapids with and an easy
portage at the end Bulls Sluice or Dick's Creek Ledge (class IV).  These are great places to swim and
bathe in the sun.  Ask about the current water conditions and the most appropriate putin and takeout
locations for your party.