North Carolina whitewater - New River, Blue Ridge Mountains, Alleghany NC/Grayson VA County

Alleghany NC/Grayson VA county, Stuart Dam to US 221/21 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     11 miles
  The put-in is not too far from North Wilkesboro, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in North Carolina is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. This section is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your camping stuff. The Stuart Dam to US 221/21 section is one of many paddling sections in this river system. A good workout and a chance to spend some
    time outdoors will make you glad you came. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Whitewater paddling here in the Blue Ridge Mountains is a great experience. Whether you're whitewater rafting
or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. The scenic beauty of Alleghany NC/Grayson VA County and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. This stretch of New River in North Carolina is 11 miles long and has been rated as a class I-II section by American Whitewater. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby.

Briefly about the general area:
During the days of summer here at New River, high temperatures generally reach the 80's. Once the sun is down it sinks down to the 50's. Highs all
 
through the wintertime are frequently in the 40's with winter lows in the 20's overnight here at New River.
New River sees pretty high levels of rainfall; most of the rain falls during July, and November is the month with the least moisture.

New River, Stuart Dam to US 221/21 road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 11 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 36.58459
Longitude: -81.33011

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 36.57519
Longitude: -81.1598

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Current weather conditions at New River, Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina
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Local climate location: MARION EVAP STATION 6 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Master Hosts - Alleghany Inn, Sparta
9 miles away
Mountain location with high speed wireless internet access, microwave & mini-fridge in all rooms only 6 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway in the Northwestern North Carolina mountains. Enjoy free coff...

Best Western Eldreth Inn at Mt. Jefferson, Jefferson
17 miles away
Escape to this mountain setting Jefferson, North Carolina hotel near Jefferson State Park, Ashe Count Cheese Factory and New River. Welcome to the Best Western Eldreth Inn at Mount Jefferson where g...

Comfort Inn Atkins, Atkins
20 miles away
Historic area hosting numerous craft festivals. Museums. Deluxe Continental Breakfast. Dataport, 2 line phones, cable TV with HBO. Mountain Empire Industrial Park .5 mile. Hungry Mother State Park 5 m...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near New River.
 Whitewater Near New River:
New River - South Fork, Watauga/ Ashe/ Alleghany County , 8 miles away, Class I-II - 61 miles long (Route 1347 to Mouth of Wilson)
New River, Grayson County , 8 miles away, Class I-II - 41 miles long (Stuart Dam to Fries)
New River, Alleghany NC/Grayson VA County , 12 miles away, Class I-II - 23.5 miles long (US Route 221/21 to US Route 58/221)
Elk Creek, Grayson County , 14 miles away, Class I-III - 4.5 miles long (Route 650 to New River)
Big Wilson Creek, Grayson County , 16 miles away, Class III-V+ - 3 miles long (Close to Mouth of Wilson)
Reddies River, Wilkes County , 21 miles away, Class I-II - 10 miles long (Route 1546 to North Wilkesboro)
Chestnut Creek, Carroll County , 23 miles away, Class I-III - 11.5 miles long (Route 721 to Byllesby Dam on New River)
Yadkin River, Wilkes County , 25 miles away, Class I-II - 15 miles long (Route 1178 below West Kerr Scott Dam to Route 2327)
Green Cove Creek, Washington County , 30 miles away, Class III-IV+(V) - 1.5 miles long (AT - Virginia Creeper Trail)
New River, Carroll/ Wythe/ Pulaski/ Grayson County , 30 miles away, Class I-III - 32 miles long (Fries to Allisonia)
 Ski Areas Near New River:
Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina , 37 miles away, 365 vertical feet
Hawksnest, North Carolina , 47 miles away, 619 vertical feet
Ski Beech, North Carolina , 49 miles away, 830 vertical feet
Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 49 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
Winterplace, West Virginia , 57 miles away, 603 vertical feet
Wolf Ridge, North Carolina , 94 miles away, 700 vertical feet
 Hotels Near New River:
Master Hosts - Alleghany Inn, Sparta , 9 miles away
Best Western Eldreth Inn at Mt. Jefferson, Jefferson , 17 miles away
Comfort Inn Atkins, Atkins , 20 miles away
Nations Inn, West Jefferson , 20 miles away
Knights Inn Galax, Galax , 22 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near New River:
River Camp USA RV Park and Campground, Piney Creek, 5 miles away
New River Canoe and Campground, Independence, 6 miles away
New River Canoe and Campground, Independence, 6 miles away
 Trails Near New River:
Crigger Creek Trail, Smyth County , 11 miles away
Little Dry Run Trail, Wythe County , 11 miles away
Perkins Knob Trail, Grayson County , 12 miles away
Virginia Highland Trail, Smyth County , 12 miles away
Divide Trail, Wythe County , 13 miles away
 Golf Courses Near New River:
New River Country Club, Sparta , 6 miles away
 Lakes Near New River

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