West Virginia Bureau of Commerce and Tourism
2101 Washington Street East, Charleston
West Virginia 25305-0317
+1 304 558 2200
800 225 5982
+1 304 558 2279 (fax)
Length of trip
11 miles in 5-7 hours
Season
March through Labor Day. The water flow usually peaks in spring
Weather
Be prepared for wet-suit weather (40-70F) into May. Water and air temperatures
can warm up and also drop quickly in spring. Daytime highs average in the 70s
in late spring and the high 80s in summer, then cool off in autumn. Springtime
tends to be rainy, while summer and autumn are dry
Location: about 135 miles northeast of Charleston; about 60 miles south of
Pittsburgh; about 160 miles west of Washington, D.C.
Rapids: Class III, IV, and V. The water level can change dramatically overnight
or even while you're on the river. Acidic mine runoff has polluted the water,
but the situation is improving each year
Boats: Kayaks, oar boats, paddle rafts
Lodging: Campgrounds, hotels, and resorts in nearby Kingwood and Morgantown
attractions
Special features:
Spectacular mountain gorges
Largest undammed watershed in the East
The put-in at Albright provides a true wilderness experience
Spectacular spring wildflowers
May be warm enough in summer to swim in the calm stretches
Glorious autumn colors
White-tailed deer, black bears, wild turkeys, hawks, ospreys, songbirds
Although no river-running experience is required, rafters should be in good physical condition and have no fear of water. Check with your outfitter about age limits for children
Nearby excursions:
Blackwater Falls State Park
Canaan Valley
Seneca Rocks
Cathedral State Park
Hawks Nest State Park
Horse Shoe Recreation Area
Deep Creek Lake
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