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Ducktown, TN· Ocoee River
The Ocoee Scenic Byway follows US-64 through the Ocoee River Gorge — easy lean angles, Olympic whitewater put-ins to watch, and pull-offs above the dam. Stay near Ducktown, Copperhill, or Reliance to combine the byway with rafting and Cherokee NF hikes.
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Riverside scenic byway along the Ocoee whitewater corridor in the Cherokee National Forest. Here's the quick version — when to go, how long to plan, what it costs and how to fit it into a full day near Ducktown.
Morning
Arrive early at Ocoee Scenic Byway (US-64) — easier parking, cooler temps and softer light.
Midday
Head to Ocoee River Rafting (about 6 straight-line miles away; check directions for the drive).
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Add Ocoee River (about 6 mi away) before dinner.
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Dinner in Ducktown, then back to a stay close by so tomorrow starts without a long drive.
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The Ocoee Scenic Byway follows US-64 through the Ocoee River Gorge — easy lean angles, Olympic whitewater put-ins to watch, and pull-offs above the dam. Stay near Ducktown, Copperhill, or Reliance to combine the byway with rafting and Cherokee NF hikes. Difficulty: Easy.
Travelers come to Ocoee Scenic Byway (US-64) for riverside scenic byway along the ocoee whitewater corridor in the cherokee national forest.. Year-round (best in fall) is the most popular window, but the experience rewards visits across multiple seasons. It's a strong family pick — accessible for most ages and easy to combine with other stops nearby. Photographers favor early light and quieter weekday mornings, and the location pairs naturally with other scenic drives & overlooks stops in the region.
Within an easy drive you'll find Ocoee River Rafting, Ocoee River Tubing (Deer Park), Benton Falls, Parksville Lake (Lake Ocoee). Most travelers build a long weekend around two or three experiences plus a town for dinners — pair Ocoee Scenic Byway (US-64) with the closest ones below for a full itinerary.
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