Virginia whitewater - Whitetop Laurel Creek, Washington/ Grayson County Washington/ Grayson county, Route 728 to Route 58 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-IV     12 miles   This section of Whitetop Laurel Creek in Washington/ Grayson County is 12 miles long and it is classified as a class II-IV section by American Whitewater. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Boone, as you can see on the road map further down. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. The Route 728 to Route 58 stretch is the only paddling stretch along Whitetop Laurel Creek. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the     rivers here a bit more forgiving, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. If you hurry you can run this section in a day but why not make it an overnighter, so why not pack your sleeping bag too. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature will have you coming back for more. Briefly about the general area: For the duration of the summertime months highs here at Whitetop Laurel Creek get into the 80's. Summer nighttime lows fall down to the 50's. The winter comes with highs in the 40's, and winter nights come with lows in the 20's   to Whitetop Laurel Creek. On a fine day at Whitetop Laurel Creek you can take a hike along the Clark Mountain Trail. Whitetop Laurel Creek gets lots of water; July is the wettest month with most rain, and the driest month of the year is November. Fall Hollow is a magnificent spot to stop at close to Whitetop Laurel Creek; Big Spring is an inspiring spot to visit during your stay. Whitetop Laurel Creek, Route 728 to Route 58 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-IV Length: 12 miles Average Gradient: 80 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.64879 Longitude: -81.66971 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 36.62519 Longitude: -81.76931 Paddler input for Whitetop Laurel Creek, Virginia: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Whitetop Laurel Creek, Virginia Local climate location: MARION EVAP STATION 29 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Chihowie Knights Inn, Chilhowie 9 miles away Welcome to the Knights Inn of Chilhowie, Virginia. 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Find a whitewater outfitter in Virginia Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Boone, North Carolina Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Boone, North Carolina, the metro area neareast to Whitetop Laurel Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Whitetop Laurel Creek.   Whitewater Near Whitetop Laurel Creek: Tennessee Laurel Creek, Johnson County , 3 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 2.5 miles long (Roadside Laurel) Green Cove Creek, Washington County , 3 miles away, Class III-IV+(V) - 1.5 miles long (AT - Virginia Creeper Trail) Beaverdam Creek, Johnson (TN) / Washington County , 6 miles away, Class II-III - 4 miles long (Backbone Rock Park to Laurel Creek) Laurel Creek, Washington County , 6 miles away, Class I-III - 2.5 miles long (Damascus to South Fork of Holston River) Holston River - South Fork, Washington County , 10 miles away, Class I-III - 8 miles long (Damascus to Alvarado) Tumbling Creek, Russell County , 17 miles away, Class II-III+ - 1 miles long (Rt. 613 to Route 611) Big Wilson Creek, Grayson County , 17 miles away, Class III-V+ - 3 miles long (Close to Mouth of Wilson) Tumbling Creek, Russell County , 18 miles away, Class V - 5 miles long (Upper Gorge) Watauga River, Watauga County , 23 miles away, Class II-III - 4 miles long (US Route 321 Bridge to Route 1200) Little River - Clinch R. Tributary, Tazewell County , 23 miles away, Class I-II - 17.5 miles long (Wardell to Clinch River)   Ski Areas Near Whitetop Laurel Creek: Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina , 26 miles away, 365 vertical feet Ski Beech, North Carolina , 27 miles away, 830 vertical feet Hawksnest, North Carolina , 28 miles away, 619 vertical feet Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 30 miles away, 1200 vertical feet Wolf Laurel, North Carolina , 66 miles away, 700 vertical feet Winterplace, West Virginia , 68 miles away, 603 vertical feet Cataloochee, North Carolina , 112 miles away, 740 vertical feet Ober Gatlinburg, Tennessee , 137 miles away, 600 vertical feet Scaly Mountain, North Carolina , 142 miles away, 225 vertical feet Sky Valley, Georgia , 146 miles away, 210 vertical feet   Hotels Near Whitetop Laurel Creek: Chihowie Knights Inn, Chilhowie , 9 miles away Budget Inn Marion, Marion , 12 miles away Abingdon, Va, Days Inn, Abingdon , 15 miles away Quality Inn & Suites, Abingdon , 16 miles away Holiday Inn Express Abingdon, Va, Abingdon , 16 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Whitetop Laurel Creek: Creeper Trail Campground, Whitetop, 7 miles away Happy Valley Campground, Mountain City, 7 miles away Wilderness Trail, Troutdale, 8 miles away   Trails Near Whitetop Laurel Creek: Clark Mountain Trail, Washington County , 4 miles away Iron Mountain Trail, Smyth County , 7 miles away Elk Garden Trail, Smyth County , 9 miles away Helton Creek Trail, Grayson County , 11 miles away Grassy Branch Trail, Smyth County , 11 miles away   Golf Courses Near Whitetop Laurel Creek: Deer Field Golf Course, Damascus , 4 miles away