Virginia whitewater - Passage Creek, Blue Ridge Mountains, Warren County
Warren
county,
Elizabeth Furnance to Waterlick section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II-III 6 miles
How is the water level on this stretch currently?? Says Bob Elkins
This stretch of Passage Creek is 6 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-III section. The put-in is not too far from Winchester, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Virginia are easier than the national norm, so don't forget that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, suitable for an afternoon trip. There
are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. The natural beauty of Warren County and the water flowing gracefully down Passage Creek have people coming here. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good
rivers for that around here. Lodging is available near the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Whitewater paddling here in the Blue Ridge Mountains is a great experience. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come.
Briefly about the general area: Fort Valley is close to Passage Creek and is unquestionably a good site to pop by; since you're here, do take a visit to Blue Hole. Summertime brings highs
in the 80's to Passage Creek, and all through the night it cools down to the 50's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 40's, and after the sun is down through the wintertime temperatures at Passage Creek drop into the 10's. From a rainfall point of view Passage Creek is a reasonably
common place; all through the month of July you get the most rain around here, and February on the other hand is the driest. There's no way somebody can get bored here in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Take a hike on the Passage Creek For Trail, and Passage Creek is right by the Shawl Gap Trail. This is a really good river.
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