White-Water Rafting

Chattooga River. The first river in the Southeast to be designated a Wild and Scenic River by Congress, the Chattooga River forms the border between Georgia and South Carolina. With Class II to Class V rapids, the Chattooga is popular for white-water rafting, especially in spring and summer. Movie buffs should note that this was one of the locations for Deliverance. Clayton, Georgia, 30525.

Nantahala Outdoor Center. The North Carolina–based Nantahala Outdoor Center, the largest rafting company in the region, has an outpost on the Chattooga for Class III and Class IV trips starting at $109 per person. It also offers trips on the Nantahala and Ocoee Rivers. NOC Chattooga Outpost, 851A Chattooga Ridge Rd., Mountain Rest, South Carolina, 29664. 828/785--4850 ; www.noc.com.

Southeastern Expeditions. This locally owned outfitter offers full-day and overnight guided trips on the Chattooga, starting at $90 per person. 7350 U.S. 76 E, Clayton, Georgia, 30525. 800/868–7238; www.southeasternexpeditions.com.

Wildwater Rafting. This is the oldest outfitter in the area, with a campus that also features ziplining and overnight accommodations. Half-day minitrips are offered as well as full-days on Section 3 and 4, and overnight trips on the Chattooga beginning at $80 per person. 1251 Academy Rd., Long Creek, South Carolina, 29658. 866/319–8870; www.wildwaterrafting.com.