Virginia whitewater - Ogle Creek, Alleghany County
Alleghany
county,
Route 661 to Dunlap Creek section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II-III 5.7 miles
The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master in this state than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. The scenic beauty of Virginia and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream beats anything. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. There are campgrounds quite near the river
where you can camp. The Route 661 to Dunlap Creek section of Ogle Creek is 5.7 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II-III section of whitewater. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good places. On this
section you do get some distance, you can easily run it on an afternoon. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. This is the only paddling section along Ogle Creek.
Briefly about the general area: All the water falling down from the sky makes Ogle Creek a wet place; July is the wettest month with most rain, and the driest month of the year is February. During the days of summer highs here at Ogle Creek reach the 80's. Summer nighttime lows drop down to the 50's. The winter comes with highs in the 30's, and night lows in the 10's for Ogle Creek. The Little Allegheny Mountain Trail offers hiking at its best.
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