Lake Ocoee Marina

Lake Ocoee Marina in Benton provides boat ramp access to the Ocoee River system in the Cherokee National Forest. This large river (stream order 6) features significant elevation change and gradient, making it ideal for whitewater paddling and boating adventures. The Ocoee is renowned as one of the South's premier whitewater destinations, hosting Class III-IV rapids and serving as the venue for the 1996 Olympic canoe and kayak slalom events.

The river offers two distinct paddling sections with varying difficulty levels and time commitments—from 3-hour to all-day trips. Average flows of approximately 1,400 cubic feet per second support both whitewater kayaking and canoeing as well as leisurely float trips on calmer sections. The marina provides convenient launch facilities for accessing these diverse paddling opportunities. For those seeking to extend their visit, several nearby campgrounds are available within 10 miles, including Cottonwood Patch and Parksville Lake RV Campground.

Whether you're seeking adrenaline-pumping whitewater or relaxed flat-water paddling, the Lake Ocoee area accommodates multiple skill levels. The adjacent Ocoee Whitewater Center offers historical context about the river's Olympic legacy, and various outfitters in the area provide additional services and rental options for kayaks, canoes, and other watercraft.

A thrill a minute Class III-IV rapids make the Ocoee one of the best whitewater rivers in the south. With two distinct sections available for rafting/canoe/kayaking, you can spend anywhere from 3 hours to all day on the river. The Ocoee was home of the 1996 Olympic canoe and kayak slalom events and that venue can be visited at the Ocoee Whitewater Center. Outfitters provide rafting services on...

A thrill a minute Class III-IV rapids make the Ocoee one of the best whitewater rivers in the south. With two distinct sections available for rafting/canoe/kayaking, you can spend anywhere from 3 hours to all day on the river. The Ocoee was home of the 1996 Olympic canoe and kayak slalom events and that venue can be visited at the Ocoee Whitewater Center. Outfitters provide rafting services on both the upper and lower sections. For a list of Outfitter and Guides on the Ocoee River, please click HERE.Ocoee River Water Release Schedules:Ocoee #3 - Upper River Section (Includes Ocoee Whitewater Center 1996 Olympic Course)Ocoee #2 - Middle River SectionAdditional information or release scedules for other locations can be found here: www.tva.com

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