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Put-in NC

Put In

Forney Creek - Trailside (NC)

Monitor this Rapid

Gauge Conditions

Oconaluftee River at Birdtown, NC Downstream Primary

Runnable: 950.0 – 2,000.0 CFS

This flow is an estimate. Most of the runs on this side of the Smokies are good between 1,000 and 2,000. Pack rafters will likely have fun down to 800 or so.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Put In rapid on Forney Creek serves as the entry point for the Trailhead section, marking the beginning of the run. The rapid itself appears to be a straightforward put-in with likely minimal technical challenges, though specific details about water features or navigation are not clearly documented. Paddlers should assess local water levels and conditions before launching.