by Colby Criscitello | Jul 12, 2024 | Ocoee History, Ocoee History, Ocoee Overview, Ocoee River, Rapids
The location of Ocoee Whitewater Center is just a few miles west of Ocoee Adventure Center. This whitewater center was built to host the whitewater slalom events of the 1996 Olympic Games. During the construction of the whitewater park, one-quarter mile of the river... 
by Colby Criscitello | Feb 11, 2023 | Rapids
How many rapids are on the Ocoee River? The Ocoee River features at least 40 named and notable rapids. While the upper section features fewer rapid those present are bigger and more powerful. However the middle is ver continuos with nearly none stop action for five... 
by Colby Criscitello | Feb 5, 2023 | Rapids
The Middle Ocoee Rapids of Traditional Ocoee River Rafting Learn the names and characters of the middle Ocoee River rapids in this article Grumpy’s Ledge Immediate Excitement The start of the Middle Ocoee is spectacular! The water from the lake falls over the... 
by Colby Criscitello | Jun 15, 2019 | Rapids
Flipper Rapid is a series of two ledges on the Middle Ocoee The really brave or reckless will stop to surf the first ledge of Flipper. However it is very important that safety is set for any surfing here as the ride can live up to the name. Flips are not uncommon for... 
by Colby Criscitello | May 25, 2019 | Rapids
Double Trouble Rapid Video Blog Two Large Standing Waves Give this Rapid the Name Double Trouble. Double Trouble is a southeastern benchmark class III rapid and photo-op staple of Ocoee River rafting. Double Trouble begins immediately below Hell’s Half Mile... 
by Colby Criscitello | Apr 17, 2019 | Rapids
The Middle Ocoee’s Gonzo Shoals rapid offers fun surfs and challenges As you leave Staging Eddy for Gonzo Shoals there is a large nose shaped rock protruding from the center of the river. Whitewater rafts navigate through shallow water and tight routes to a...
