Ocoee River Middle Whitewater Rafting Trip

Experience the thrill of Ocoee River rafting with over 20 continuous class III & IV rapids. Perfect for beginners or experienced rafters, this 5-mile adventure offers plenty of surfing and playing opportunities. Join thousands of returning visitors and become ‘one’ with the river!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 869 US-64 - After a brief orientation, you’ll board our bus for a ride into the Cherokee National Forest with views of Lake Ocoee and the river on your ride to the Ocoee River. Your Middle Ocoee adventure will begin at the Ocoee #1 Dam where your guide will go through a complete safety orientation with practice time before getting on the river….
What's Included
  • Private transportation included
  • Paddle for each participant provided
  • Personal Flotation Device (PFD) supplied
  • Safety helmets provided
  • High-quality whitewater rafts
  • Expert guides to lead the adventure
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

This stretch is suitable for rafting novices and veterans alike, with over 20 consecutive class III & IV rapids. The multiple surfing and play areas explain why it draws in countless individuals every year, eager to experience this picturesque 5-mile route. Starting just downstream from the Ocoee Dam No. 2, your journey begins with a thrilling rapid…

Location
869 US-64
U.S. 64
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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182qiupingw
May 30, 2025
Great Adventure! - We had a fantastic day! Lots of fun!! Our coach, Ethan, expertly guided us through the thrills of navigating challenging, rapid currents, ensuring we not only learned valuable skills but also had a blast doing it!
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945reggiew
May 30, 2025
River trip w/Big John - Wanted to take a moment thank all the staff ( especially Monica and Keith ) for all that they do for me when I can catch a ride. Alwsys willing to work and find me a seat. Big John did a great job in providing me with 3 first on my 237th ride. While he made it exciting and extremely entertaining there was always safety first and concern first all on board. Just another fine example of the quality and professionalism that Quest Expedition guides are endowed with. They have what I consider some of the finest and in my years of riding with I think I have been with most all of them. Never a bad ride nor one I wish had not gone on.
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Climber51772074816
May 27, 2025
Cherokee Rafting A+++++ - We had the best adventure while rafting with Cherokee. Our guides were Ben and Will Goldman and they made it super fun. We had a group of girls and we felt completely safe the entire trip. The boys on the other hand had an adventurous ride with Will, which is what they wanted!
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Taniaw687
May 27, 2025
👏👏👏👏👏 - WOW! What an amazing experience! I literally do not have a single complaint. My guide was knowledgeable and friendly and that was true of ALL the staff members. Every, single one. There were fun challenges that took the experience to the next level, and we received praise and encouragement from Dan, our guide. If you have the opportunity to go rafting with Cherokee, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you do so!!
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Yanrong
May 26, 2025
Unforgettable Adventure with an Incredible Guide Claire - We had an unforgettable time on our rafting trip! This was a special experience for us—we first did this trip 16 years ago during a college friends reunion, and coming back brought back so many amazing memories. It was just as incredible the second time around. Claire was our guide, and she was absolutely fantastic. Incredibly skilled, professional, and confident, she made us feel safe every step of the way while keeping the energy fun and exciting. Her passion and knowledge of the river really showed, and she added so much to the experience.
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Lynncb4236oj
May 26, 2025
Dan the Man - Cherokee Rafting is a great choice for anyone looking to make memories on the Ocoee River! The staff ensured that everyone on our trip was safe and entertained the entire time. Shout out to Dan for his enthusiasm and professionalism that contributed to such a fun trip!
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Odyssey53091243178
May 17, 2025
Perfect! - Cherokee was an excellent communicator and guide. It was the first time rafting for everyone in our boat and he was great with us! We had a great time.
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Lady_adventure38
May 11, 2025
The most amazing water rafting trip EVER! - Sydney was our guide and she was truly amazing. We laughed the whole time. It was everything that I wanted for this mother's day weekend trip!
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B9417febryana
May 5, 2025
Cherokee Rafting Company - This place was OUTSTANDING! Your very first impression of their facilities is that they appear very professional. Their buildings are very clean and tidy. Staff? What can I say; almost EVERYONE of them greeted us warmly and openly and kept asking my wife and I if we were ready to have. Our guide Travis was AMAZING! He taught us the ins/outs of the river, and we totally safe with him. Travis showed us very interesting fun facts about the river and it's surroundings, but ultimately, he showed us a dang good time. We surfed eddies, did 360's in eddies, and "surfed the couch"in one! We booked another trip with Travis right after we got back to our vehicles. CAN'T say enough positive things about this operation. Bryan Akins
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Gabriela_c
May 25, 2025
Soaked, Smiling, and Totally Worth It! - Just got back from the most incredible day on the Ocoee River with @CherokeeRafting. From the moment we arrived, the energy was amazing. Our guide Jake, total pro. Made us feel safe, kept the vibes high, and had us laughing the entire way. We got drenched, we screamed through rapids, and we made great memories. 10/10 recommend if you’re anywhere near the Ocoee. Book the trip. Thank me later.
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From $48
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).