Make the Most of Your Adventure
Thankfully, you’ve already accomplished the most challenging task for beginning rafting customers: finding a reputable, reliable, and entertaining company to go rafting with—us! Now, it’s time to choose your rafting adventure: the Middle Ocoee or the Full Ocoee. Both sections are available for ages 12 or older and include safety gear and transportation to and from the river.
The Middle Ocoee trip is the most popular adventure we offer, and it’s one of the most popular whitewater rafting sections in the United States! This 5-mile section is excellent for adventure-seekers of all levels. Filled with over 20 rapids ranging from class II to class IV, the Middle Ocoee is all about fast, splashy fun. This trip lasts about 3.5 hours from when you hop on the bus to head to the river to when you return to our outpost.
The Full Ocoee trip includes both the Upper and Middle Ocoee sections. This trip is 10 miles of whitewater and takes about 6 hours to complete. Starting with the Upper Ocoee section, this trip is for the thrill-seekers! Guests get to paddle several class IV rapids as well as the Olympic course, which was used for kayaking and canoeing events in the 1996 Olympics. Then, after a catered lunch (cost included), the Middle Ocoee makes up the second half of this trip.
Making Your Reservation
Once you decide which adventure is perfect for you and your group, it’s time to make the reservation. Here at Ocoee Adventure Center, you can book by calling 1-888-723-8622 or clicking this link: Rafting Trips – Ocoee Adventure Center. We also highly recommend adding Cancelation Insurance to your reservation to help protect your payment and cover you if any unexpected circumstances arise!
2026 Summer Event & Car Show Calendar
- Georgia Mountain Classics Annual Car Show (May 9): A judged show in Downtown Blue Ridge Park featuring vendors, door prizes, and beautifully restored classics.
- Blue Ridge Wine & Jazz Festival (June): A sophisticated evening of local wines and live performances set against a stunning mountain backdrop.
- Blueridge Auto Show (June 13): A massive public gathering of high-horsepower rides held at the Blue Ridge Walmart.
- Copper Basin Fireworks (July 3 or 4): A massive display that lights up the sky over both McCaysville and Copperhill to celebrate Independence Day.
- Classic Car Show – Copperhill/McCaysville (Early July): Held during the holiday festivities, this show takes over the state line near the People’s Bank of East Tennessee.
- Kiwanis Rodeo (August): Experience the thrill of high-energy Western bull riding and barrel racing in Blue Ridge.
- Blue Ridge Blues & BBQ Festival (September 19): The perfect summer send-off featuring over 15 BBQ pitmasters and live blues music in downtown Blue Ridge.
Recurring Local Markets & Music
- Twin Cities Market (Saturdays, June – August): Held near the historic steel bridge connecting McCaysville, GA, and Copperhill, TN. This market features local farmers and artisans right where the Toccoa River becomes the Ocoee.
- Pickin’ in the Park (Thursdays, May – September): A local favorite at Horseshoe Bend Park in McCaysville, where musicians gather for casual riverside jam sessions.
- Music by the Lake: Free outdoor concerts are held on select Sunday evenings at Blue Ridge Community College.
- Lake Blue Ridge Concert Series: Periodic high-profile musical events are held at Morganton Point during the summer, often benefiting local charities.
The Ultimate Goal: Rafting the Ocoee River
- Olympic Legacy: Paddle the same Upper Ocoee section used for the 1996 Olympic whitewater events—the only natural river in the world to host the games.
- The Full River Experience: OAC offers a 10-mile, 6-hour adventure that combines the technical drops of the Upper Ocoee with the continuous, big-wave action of the Middle Ocoee.
- Riverside Dining: Full-day trips include a catered riverside lunch, allowing you to refuel and relax in the heart of the forest before tackling more Class IV rapids.
- Professional Guides: Experienced guides like Cameron and Casey lead you through legendary rapids like “Table Saw” and “Double Trouble” with a focus on both safety and maximum fun.
Get ready for your best summer adventure yet! If you have any questions, call us at 1-888-723-8622 or reach out to us on social media: Ocoee Adventure Center on Instagram, Ocoee Adventure Center on TikTok, and Ocoee Adventure Center on Facebook.