Virginia whitewater - James River, Amherst/ Bedford County
Amherst/ Bedford
county,
Snowden to Six Mile section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I-II 29 miles
This section of James River is 29 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-II section. The starting point is not too far from Lynchburg, as you can see on the road map further down. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come.
You can enjoy this section more if you take your time, so pack your sleeping bag. The scenic beauty of Virginia and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of spots for that. The rivers
for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Virginia are often easier than in other states, so better not forget that many runs in this state are very easy.
Briefly about the general area: A common amount of precipitation falls here at James River; July is the wettest month with most rain, and January meanwhile is the driest month. Summertime at James River comes with high temperatures in the 80's, and during the night it cools down to the 60's. For the period of the winter highs are in the 40's while James River overnight low temperatures through the winter are in the 20's.
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