Virginia whitewater - Rappahannock River, Fauquier/ Culpeper County

Fauquier/ Culpeper county, Remington to Kellys Ford section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II+     4.5 miles
  The Remington to Kellys Ford section of Rappahannock River in Fauquier/ Culpeper County is 4.5 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II+ section. On this section you do get some distance, it's perfect for a one day trip. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Virginia is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature have people coming from far and near. There are so many sections to paddle in this river
    system, the Remington to Kellys Ford section is just one of many. The nature scenery of Fauquier/ Culpeper County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The campgrounds here at Rappahannock River are pretty good. Since you're
on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way there are lots of good spots for that around here. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick.

Briefly about the general area:
Rappahannock River mostly gets much precipitation; May is when you get the most rain here, and January on the other hand is the driest. The warmest time of the year at Rappahannock River arrives with high temperatures in the 80's. During the dark hours
 
of summer temperatures dip down into the 60's. High temperatures through the wintertime are normally in the 40's, and overnight lows at Rappahannock River throughout the winter frequently drop into the 20's.

Rappahannock River, Remington to Kellys Ford road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II+
Length: 4.5 miles
Average Gradient: 12 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.52891
Longitude: -77.81415

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.47525
Longitude: -77.77331

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Current weather conditions at Rappahannock River, Virginia
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Local climate location: CULPEPER 18 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Warrenton Howard Johnson Inn, Warrenton
12 miles away
The HoJo Inn Warrenton is easily accessible to beautiful Skyline Drive or the many sites of Washington, DC. Close By is Manassas Battlefield and Luray Caverns, Flying Circus Air Show. We offer Compli...

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warrenton, Warrenton
12 miles away
The newest addition to Fauquier County, Virginia. Located in the town of Warrenton, VA, host of the Virginia Gold Cup. The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Warrenton, Virginia, is conveniently lo...

Comfort Inn Warrenton, Warrenton
12 miles away
Nestled in beautiful horse and wine country. Convenient to neraby Nissan Pavilion and Great Meadows and less than an hour's drive to Washington, DC, Skyline Drive, and Manassas Battlefield. Pet Accomm...



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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 Rappahannock River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Rappahannock River.
 Whitewater Near Rappahannock River:
Rappahannock River, Fauquier/ Culpeper County , 11 miles away, Class I-II - 24 miles long (Kellys Ford to Motts Run)
Rapidan River, Spotsylvania/ Culpepper County , 15 miles away, Class II - 15 miles long (Route 610 to Motts Run)
Rappahannock River, Fauquier/ Culpeper County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 13.5 miles long (Route 647 to Route 211)
Broad Run, Prince William County , 18 miles away, Class I-II - 5 miles long (Beverly Mills to Buckland)
Broad Run, Fauquier County , 18 miles away, Class III-IV - 1 miles long (Route 628 to Beverly Mills)
Broad Run, Prince William County , 20 miles away, Class I-II - 14 miles long (Route 675 to Route 28 South of Manassas)
Rappahannock River, Fauquier/ Culpeper County , 22 miles away, Class I-III - 4.5 miles long (Motts Run to Fredericksburg)
Aquia Creek, Stafford County , 24 miles away, Class II - 10.5 miles long (Rt. 610 to US 1)
Hughes River and Hazel River, Rappahannock/Culpepper County , 26 miles away, Class II - 9.5 miles long (SR 603 to Route 522 Bridge)
Rush River, Rapahannock County , 26 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Washington to Rock Mills)
 Ski Areas Near Rappahannock River:
Massanutten, Virginia , 67 miles away, 1100 vertical feet
Bryce Resort, Virginia , 69 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Ski Liberty, Pennsylvania , 74 miles away, 650 vertical feet
Wintergreen, Virginia , 86 miles away, 1003 vertical feet
Ski Roundtop, Pennsylvania , 106 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 110 miles away, 1072 vertical feet
Timberline, West Virginia , 115 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 116 miles away, 850 vertical feet
Wisp, Maryland , 122 miles away, 610 vertical feet
Tussey Mountain, Pennsylvania , 123 miles away, 520 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Rappahannock River:
Johnson Motel, Warrenton , 7 miles away
Fauquier Motel, Warrenton , 8 miles away
HBF, Warrenton , 11 miles away
Warrenton Howard Johnson Inn, Warrenton , 12 miles away
Howard Johnson, Warrenton , 12 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Rappahannock River:
Rappahannock River Campground, Richardsville, 10 miles away
Wilderness Presidential Resort, Spotsylvania, 14 miles away
Lake Anna State Park, Spotsylvania, 18 miles away
 Trails Near Rappahannock River:
Jackson Trail, Spotsylvania County , 16 miles away
 National Parks Near Rappahannock River:
Prince William Forest Park, Triangle - VA , 32 miles away
Wolf Trap Farm Park, Vienna - VA , 44 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Rappahannock River:
Kastle Golf Club, Midland , 6 miles away
 Lakes Near Rappahannock River

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