Kentucky whitewater - Gasper River, Logan / Warren County

Logan / Warren county, Bucksville Road to Barren River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-III     35 miles
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Kentucky tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere. The nature scenery of Kentucky and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream beats anything. A stretch of this length does require some preparations, so it looks like you will be camping out. The campgrounds here at Gasper River are pretty good. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do
    book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The Bucksville Road to Barren River section of Gasper River is 35 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II-III section of whitewater. The starting location is a short drive from Bowling Green,
please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. The Bucksville Road to Barren River stretch is the only paddling stretch along Gasper River. Getting a good workout and spending some quality time in nature are great reasons to come.

Briefly about the general area:
High temperatures at Gasper River throughout the summertime are in the 80's. Once the sun is down it sinks down to the 60's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 40's while Gasper River overnight low temperatures during the wintertime are
 
in the 20's. All the water falling down from the sky makes Gasper River a wet place; through March this area sees the most rain; October meanwhile is the driest month.
While staying at Gasper River you could always look at Richelieu Hollow.

Gasper River, Bucksville Road to Barren River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-III
Length: 35 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 36.9361
Longitude: -86.7222

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.08472
Longitude: -86.57779

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Current weather conditions at Gasper River, Kentucky
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Local climate location: ROCHESTER FERRY 10 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Bowling Green HGI, Bowling Green
15 miles away
The Hilton Garden Inn Bowling Green is a brand new hotel featuring 133 guest rooms and is located directly across from the Bowling Green/Warren County Convention Center. Ideally set in a suburban com...

Courtyard Bowling Green Convention Center, Bowling Green
15 miles away
The Courtyard by Marriott Bowling Green Convention Center is located directly across from the Sloan Convention Center in a quiet suburban community, ideal for the corporate traveler who wants to get ...

Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green, Bowling Green
15 miles away
The best of Bowling Green, Kentucky is awaiting for you at the Holiday Inn University Plaza. This unique atrium style high rise hotel is surrounded by the links of CrossWinds Golf and adjacent to the ...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Gasper River.
 Ski Areas Near Gasper River:
Paoli Peaks, Indiana , 86 miles away, 300 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Gasper River:
Bowling Green HGI, Bowling Green , 15 miles away
Courtyard Bowling Green Convention Center, Bowling Green , 15 miles away
Holiday Inn University Plaza-Bowling Green, Bowling Green , 15 miles away
Bowling Green Red Roof Inn, Bowling Green , 16 miles away
Hampton Inn Bowling Green, Bowling Green , 16 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Gasper River:
Bowling Green Koa Kampground, Bowling Green, 16 miles away
Beech Bend Family Campground, Bowling Green, 16 miles away
Franklin KOA, Franklin, 17 miles away
 National Parks Near Gasper River:
Mammoth Cave National Park, Mammoth Cave - KY , 35 miles away

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