Virginia whitewater - Buck Mountain Creek, Albermarle County
Albermarle
county,
Route 610 to South Fork of Rivanna R section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II 9 miles
The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Virginia are often easier than in other states, so better not forget that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. The nature scenery of Albermarle County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Charlottesville, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Getting your paddling muscles activated and spending some quality time in nature
are great attractions for lots of people. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. This stretch of Buck Mountain Creek in Albermarle County is 9 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II section of whitewater. This section is long enough to enjoy
a good non stop paddle, suitable for an afternoon trip. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of places for that. Buck Mountain Creek doesn't have a lot of paddling sections, the Route 610 to South Fork of Rivanna R section is the only one. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set.
Briefly about the general area: During the months of summer, highs frequently are in the 80's at Buck Mountain Creek,
and throughout summer nights temperatures are in the 60's. High temperatures through the wintertime are normally in the 40's with winter lows in the 20's overnight here at Buck Mountain Creek. From a precipitation point of view Buck Mountain Creek is a pretty normal spot; August is when you get the most rain here, and January is when it's the driest.
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