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North Carolina · Unknown Co.

Nolichucky River

· 8 mi · Class I-II(III)
Optimal: 700–2100 CFS · USGS #03465500
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1.09 ft gauge height
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Avg flow: 1,408 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #03465500
U.S. Forest Service

About

Commercial rafters run the eight-mile Nolichucky Gorge on flows averaging 1,408 CFS, with optimal conditions between 700–2,100 CFS according to gauge 03465500. The Nolichucky pushes Class I-II water through most of the gorge, though the III designation suggests some drops can kick harder when flows rise. U.S. Forest Service manages the corridor, keeping development minimal along the run. At higher flows within the optimal range, this becomes a pushy wilderness float with enough volume to carry loaded rafts through the technical sections.

Solunar Fishing Activity
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Waxing Crescent
15% illumination
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★ Moon overhead
8:58 AM
Moonrise
1:45 PM
Moonset
4:12 AM
★ Moon underfoot
8:58 PM
Next full moon: May 3111 days
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Data Quality

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