West Virginia whitewater - Cherry River - North Fork, Nicholas/Greenbrier County Nicholas/Greenbrier county, Third West Virginia 39 and 55 Bridge to Richwood section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-IV     13 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in West Virginia are easier than the national norm, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. This section of Cherry River - North Fork in Nicholas/Greenbrier County is 13 miles long and is a class III-IV section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. This stretch is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your camp stove. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling     spots. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This river system has a few good paddling sections and the Third West Virginia 39 and 55 Bridge to Richwood section is one of them. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. The nature scenery of Nicholas/Greenbrier County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Briefly about the general area: Cherry River - North Fork is a quite wet place frequently with a good deal of rain; the wettest month of the year is typically July, that's the one that rains the most; February is when it's the driest. During the summer at Cherry River - North Fork temperatures are typically in the 80's.   Once the sun is down it descends down to the 60's. High temperatures throughout the wintertime are normally in the 40's while the cold winter nights at Cherry River - North Fork are in the 20's. Go for a hike on the Barrenshe Trail; don't leave Cherry River - North Fork without first going for a hike along the Fork Mountain Trail. Cherry River - North Fork, Third West Virginia 39 and 55 Bridge to Richwood road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III-IV Length: 13 miles Average Gradient: 66 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.23332 Longitude: -80.44016 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.22795 Longitude: -80.52802 Paddler input for Cherry River - North Fork, West Virginia: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Cherry River - North Fork, West Virginia Local climate location: GASSAWAY 9 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Lewisburg Super 8 Motel, Lewisburg 23 miles away Set amid the Allegheny Mountains, in an area rich in history and natural beauty, Lewisburg beckons to the traveler seeking an array of outdoor adventures. With natural wonders that provide for a wide ... 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Cherry River - North Fork.   Whitewater Near Cherry River - North Fork: Cherry River - South Fork, Nicholas/Greenbrier County , 1 miles away, Class II-III+ - 6 miles long (Beech Lick Run to Richwood) Little Laurel Creek, Greenbrier/Nicholas County , 4 miles away, Class II-IV - 5.1 miles long (CR39/11 to confluence with Cherry River) Little Kanawha River - Right Fork, Upshur Webster Lewis Braxton County , 5 miles away, Class II-III - 6.6 miles long (Cleveland to confluence with Little Kanawha River) Cranberry River, Pocahontas/Webster County , 7 miles away, Class III-IV - 6 miles long (Cranberry Recreation Area to Big Rock) Elk River, Randolph/Webster County , 7 miles away, Class II-III+(IV) - 11.8 miles long (Elk Springs to Bergoo) Cranberry River, Nicholas County , 7 miles away, Class II-IV - 7 miles long (Big Rock Camping Area to Gauley River) Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary, Nicholas County , 8 miles away, Class III+(V) - 5.3 miles long (Jetsville to Fenwick) Williams River, Pocahontas/Webster County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 10 miles long (Three Forks of Williams to Gauley River) Cherry River, Nicholas County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 9 miles long (Watergate Inn to Gauley River) Cranberry River, Pocahontas/Webster County , 8 miles away, Class II-V - 15 miles long (Above Cranberry Rec Area to Cranberry Rec Area)   Ski Areas Near Cherry River - North Fork: Snowshoe, West Virginia , 36 miles away, 1500 vertical feet The Homestead, Virginia , 45 miles away, 700 vertical feet Winterplace, West Virginia , 56 miles away, 603 vertical feet Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 84 miles away, 850 vertical feet Timberline, West Virginia , 87 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Wisp, Maryland , 106 miles away, 610 vertical feet Wintergreen, Virginia , 108 miles away, 1003 vertical feet Massanutten, Virginia , 120 miles away, 1100 vertical feet Bryce Resort, Virginia , 123 miles away, 500 vertical feet Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 127 miles away, 750 vertical feet   Hotels Near Cherry River - North Fork: Lewisburg Super 8 Motel, Lewisburg , 23 miles away Americas Best Value Inn, Lewisburg , 23 miles away Comfort Inn Summersville, Summersville , 24 miles away Sleep Inn Summersville, Summersville , 24 miles away Summersville Super 8 Motel, Summersville , 24 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Cherry River - North Fork: Summit Lake Campground, Greenbrier County, 3 miles away Big Rock Campground, Nicholas County, 4 miles away Cranberry Campground, Webster County, 6 miles away   Trails Near Cherry River - North Fork: Barrenshe Trail, Nicholas County , 2 miles away Fork Mountain Trail, Greenbrier County , 3 miles away Bee Run Trail, Nicholas County , 3 miles away Bear Run Trail, Webster County , 5 miles away Hanging Rock Trail, Webster County , 5 miles away   National Parks Near Cherry River - North Fork: Bluestone National Scenic River, Glen Jean - WV , 50 miles away Gauley River National Recreation Area, Glen Jean - WV , 50 miles away   Lakes Near Cherry River - North Fork