Virginia whitewater - Quantico Creek - South Branch, Prince William County

Prince William county, Route 619 to Dumfries section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-III     8.5 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. The beautiful scenery of Virginia and the playfulness of the water make the trip here worthwhile. If you're coming from Washington-Arlington-Alexandria it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. There are some good hotels near the river, but you'd better reserve
    in advance because these hotels fill up quick. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. This stretch is mid length, you can easily run it on an afternoon. This river system has a few good
paddling sections and the Route 619 to Dumfries section is one of them. This stretch of Quantico Creek - South Branch is 8.5 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class I-III section.

Briefly about the general area:
A great deal of rain falls at Quantico Creek - South Branch; during August this area sees the most rain; January meanwhile is the driest month. The High Meadows Trail is a nice hiking trail next to Quantico Creek - South Branch.
There is a pleasant hiking trail in close proximity to Quantico Creek - South Branch
 
called the Little Run Loop; popping by Prince William Forest Park is just something you need to do if you haven't yet. Through the warmest time of the year at Quantico Creek - South Branch highs are frequently in the 80's. All through the dark hours of summer temperatures dip down into the 60's. All through the winter highs are in the 40's, and nighttime lows at Quantico Creek - South Branch through the wintertime frequently drop into the 20's.

Quantico Creek - South Branch, Route 619 to Dumfries road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-III
Length: 8.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.5867
Longitude: -77.4282

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.56729
Longitude: -77.335

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Current weather conditions at Quantico Creek - South Branch, Virginia
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Local climate location: WASH DULLES WSO AP 7 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Ramada Triangle/Quantico Area, Triangle
3 miles away
The 100 Percent Smoke Free guest rooms at Ramada Quantico distinguished by its novel physical landscaping transforms into the ideal lodging choice for Family Vacations, Corporate Travel, Business Meet...

Days Inn Dumfries Quantico, Dumfries
4 miles away
The Days Inn hotel is centrally located between Washington D.C. and Fredericksburg. This Dumfries hotel is a few miles from the Potomac Mills Mall and Quantico Military Base and National Musuem of the...

Hampton Inn Dumfries, Dumfries
4 miles away
The Hampton Inn Dumfries - Quantico hotel is located off Virginia Interstate I-95 North or South at Exit 152B 3 miles from Quantico Marine Base and 4.5 miles from Potomac Mills Outlet Mall. Washington...



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Outdoors Recreation Near Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-Virginia-Maryland-West Virginia
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-Virginia-Maryland-West Virginia, the metro area neareast to Quantico Creek - South Branch. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Quantico Creek - South Branch.
 Whitewater Near Quantico Creek - South Branch:
Quantico Creek, Prince William County , 2 miles away, Class II-III - 4 miles long (Trail 7 to Dumfries)
Aquia Creek, Stafford County , 7 miles away, Class II - 10.5 miles long (Rt. 610 to US 1)
Pohick Creek, Fairfax County , 14 miles away, Class II-III+ - 5.5 miles long (Route 636 to Route 1)
Cub Run, Prince William County , 14 miles away, Class I-III - 2 miles long (Route 29 bridge to Compton Road)
Accotink Creek, Fairfax County , 16 miles away, Class I-II - 13 miles long (King Arthur Road to Telegraph Road)
Rappahannock River, Fauquier/ Culpeper County , 16 miles away, Class I-III - 4.5 miles long (Motts Run to Fredericksburg)
Broad Run, Prince William County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 14 miles long (Route 675 to Route 28 South of Manassas)
Rapidan River, Spotsylvania/ Culpepper County , 21 miles away, Class II - 15 miles long (Route 610 to Motts Run)
Rappahannock River, Fauquier/ Culpeper County , 21 miles away, Class I-II - 24 miles long (Kellys Ford to Motts Run)
Difficult Run, Fairfax County , 24 miles away, Class III-IV(V+) - 0.9 miles long (Old Georgetown Pike to Potomac River)
 Ski Areas Near Quantico Creek - South Branch:
Ski Liberty, Pennsylvania , 64 miles away, 620 vertical feet
Ski Roundtop, Pennsylvania , 89 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Massanutten, Virginia , 96 miles away, 1110 vertical feet
Bryce Resort, Virginia , 97 miles away, 500 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Quantico Creek - South Branch:
Ramada Triangle/Quantico Area, Triangle , 3 miles away
Days Inn Dumfries Quantico, Dumfries , 4 miles away
Hampton Inn Dumfries, Dumfries , 4 miles away
Econo Lodge Dumfries, Dumfries , 4 miles away
Holiday Inn DUMFRIES - QUANTICO CENTER, Dumfries , 4 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Quantico Creek - South Branch:
Turkey Run Ridge Campground, Prince William County, 1 miles away
Prince william Travel Trailer Village, Dumfries, 3 miles away
Oak Ridge Campground, Prince William County, 3 miles away
 Trails Near Quantico Creek - South Branch:
High Meadows Trail, Prince William County , 1 miles away
Little Run Loop, Prince William County , 1 miles away
Mary Bird Branch Trail, Prince William County , 1 miles away
Hickory Ridge Trail, Prince William County , 1 miles away
South Valley Trail, Prince William County , 1 miles away
 National Parks Near Quantico Creek - South Branch:
Prince William Forest Park, Triangle - VA , 4 miles away
Wolf Trap Farm Park, Vienna - VA , 21 miles away
 Lakes Near Quantico Creek - South Branch

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