Utah whitewater - Virgin River - North Fork, Washington County

Washington county, Sinawava to South Campground section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-V     8.5 miles
  This stretch of Virgin River - North Fork in Utah is 8.5 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III-V section of whitewater. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers here a bit more forgiving, so don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Getting a good workout and just hanging out with mother nature are great attractions for lots of people. No need to look hard for hotels, but you'd better reserve
    in advance because these hotels fill up quick. On this section you do get some distance, it's perfect for a one day trip. This is the only paddling section along Virgin River - North Fork. The beautiful scenery of Utah and the cool fresh water make the trip here worthwhile.

Briefly
about the general area:
You should pop by The Spearhead when you're here at Virgin River - North Fork, and Grotto Springs is an inspiring place to explore during your stay. The warmest time of the year brings highs in the 90's to Virgin River - North Fork while nighttime lows are commonly in the 50's. The winter brings highs down to the 40's, and overnight lows in the 10's for Virgin River - North Fork.
This river has so much to offer. Have a glorious hiking adventure along the Emerald Pools Trail; close by you come across Court of the Patriarchs
 
which is a delightful spot to take a look at. You simply ought to check out The Streaked Wall if you're here at Virgin River - North Fork, and do pay a visit to Zion National Park if you're here at Virgin River - North Fork. It is very dried out here at Virgin River - North Fork ordinarily; August is the month that gets the most rain, and June is the month with the least moisture.
Hiking along the Sand Bench Trail is wonderful fun.

Virgin River - North Fork, Sinawava to South Campground road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-V
Length: 8.5 miles
Average Gradient: 55 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.28469
Longitude: -112.948

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.20151
Longitude: -112.98663

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Current weather conditions at Virgin River - North Fork, Utah
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Local climate location: CEDAR CITY FAA AP 11 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Cliffrose Lodge & Gardens, Springdale
2 miles away
Unique Botique Style Motel that borders borders Zion National Park along the Virgin River and is located only 200 yards from the Zion National Park Visitor Center. The property consists of Spacious R...

Quality Inn At Zion Park, Springdale
3 miles away
Located just 1/2 mile from entrance to Zion National Park. Nestled in Zion Canyon along the Virgin River. Walking distance to restaurants, shops, Cinemax Theater and Zion Visitor Center. Zion Shuttle ...

Terrace Brook Lodge At Zion National Park, Springdale
4 miles away
Terrace Brook Lodge is located only one mile from the south entrance to Zion National Park on Highway SR9. The beautiful setting of the Lodge offers a park-like atmosphere and panoramic views of Zion ...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of St. George, Utah, the metro area neareast to Virgin River - North Fork. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Virgin River - North Fork.
 Ski Areas Near Virgin River - North Fork:
Brian Head, Utah , 26 miles away, 1707 vertical feet
Elk Meadows, Utah , 71 miles away, 1400 vertical feet
Williams, Arizona , 124 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Arizona Snowbowl, Arizona , 136 miles away, 2300 vertical feet
Las Vegas Ski, Nevada , 194 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Sundance, Utah , 198 miles away, 2150 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Virgin River - North Fork:
Cliffrose Lodge & Gardens, Springdale , 2 miles away
Quality Inn At Zion Park, Springdale , 3 miles away
Terrace Brook Lodge At Zion National Park, Springdale , 4 miles away
Best Western Zion Park Inn, Springdale , 4 miles away
Quality Inn & Suites, Springdale , 5 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Virgin River - North Fork:
Grotto Campground, Washington County, 2 miles away
South Campground, Washington County, 3 miles away
Watchman Campground, Washington County, 3 miles away
 Trails Near Virgin River - North Fork:
Sand Bench Trail, Washington County , 0 miles away
Emerald Pools Trail, Washington County , 1 miles away
Angels Landing Trail, Washington County , 2 miles away
Walters Wiggles, Washington County , 2 miles away
Canyon Overlook Trail, Washington County , 2 miles away
 National Parks Near Virgin River - North Fork:
Zion National Park, Springdale - UT , 4 miles away
Cedar Breaks National Monument, Cedar City - UT , 27 miles away
 Lakes Near Virgin River - North Fork

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