Overview
Ocoee is in the United States in the state of Tennessee. Ocoee's claim to fame is the fact that they were a venue for the 1996 Olympics hosted by Atlanta, GA.
8 things to do · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Ocoee
Nantahala Outdoor Center
Ocoee Adventure Center
Ocoee Outdoors
Ocoee Rafting
Quest Expeditions
Rolling Thunder River Company
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Mar–Nov. Summer highs reach about 88°F; winter lows dip to about 31°F. Wettest: Jan and Mar. (climate data from nearby Historic High Country)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- CHA Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field), Chattanooga — 28 mi away. Directions
- TYS McGhee Tyson Airport, Knoxville/Maryville — 63 mi away (major hub). Directions
Ocoee is reached primarily by road. U.S. Route 64 follows the Ocoee River through the area and connects it with Cleveland and Ducktown. Interstate 75 provides access from Chattanooga and other parts of Tennessee.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Nantahala Outdoor Center, Ocoee Outdoors
- Afternoon Quest Expeditions, Webb Brothers Float Service
Day 2
- Morning Ocoee Adventure Center, Ocoee Rafting
- Afternoon Rolling Thunder River Company, Wildwater Rafting
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
What to ask about, for your diet
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Get in
By car
Ocoee is reached primarily by road. U.S. Route 64 follows the Ocoee River through the area and connects it with Cleveland and Ducktown. Interstate 75 provides access from Chattanooga and other parts of Tennessee.
By plane
The nearest major airport is Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport, approximately an hour's drive from the Ocoee area.
Do
- Go white water rafting! This is the biggest activity in town. Outfitting companies, in alphabetical order:
Sleep
- Lost Creek Cabins, 328 Lost Creek Rd, Reliance, +1 423 781-1140.
Go next
Visit nearby Chattanooga, TN or sleep closer to the interstate in Cleveland, TN.
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