West Virginia whitewater - Cranberry River, Pocahontas/Webster County Pocahontas/Webster county, Cranberry Recreation Area to Big Rock section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-IV     6 miles   The scenic beauty of Pocahontas/Webster County and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The Cranberry Recreation Area to Big Rock stretch is one of a few paddling stretches in this river system. This section of Cranberry River in Pocahontas/Webster County is 6 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III-IV section of whitewater. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, good for a one day paddling trip. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in West Virginia are often easier     than in other states, so keep in mind that many runs in this state are very easy. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have a lot of people coming here. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good spots. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. 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. Briefly about the general area: The warmest time of the year brings highs in the 80's to Cranberry River while night lows are regularly in the 50's. Highs during the wintertime are mostly in the 40's; through the dark hours in the wintertime at Cranberry River temperatures plunge to the 10's. Don't leave Cranberry   River without first going for a hike along the Pocahontas Trail, and Pheasant Hollow is without doubt a pleasant location to go to. A great deal of rainfall falls at Cranberry River; the month of July is the wettest with most of the rain, and the driest of the months is February. Good hiking is available along the Big Run Trail. Cranberry River, Cranberry Recreation Area to Big Rock road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III-IV Length: 6 miles Average Gradient: 80 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.2012 Longitude: -80.27321 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.30236 Longitude: -80.50663 Paddler input for Cranberry River, West Virginia: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Cranberry River, West Virginia Local climate location: RICHWOOD 7 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Relax Inn Lewisburg, Staunton 24 miles away The Relax Inn in historic Lewisburg is designed to make each guest feel at home by providing ultimate comfort and convenience. We offer spacious king and double/double, double queen rooms. Relax Inn L... Super 8 Lewisburg, Lewisburg 24 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 ... Hampton Inn Lewisburg, Lewisburg 24 miles away The Hampton Inn Lewisburg WV hotel in historic Lewisburg West Virginia is designed to make each guest feel at home by providing ultimate comfort and convenience. Our hotel offers spacious king and do...   All West Virginia Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in West Virginia. Books about whitewater paddling on Cranberry River, West Virginia List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Cranberry River, West Virginia. Find a whitewater outfitter in West Virginia Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Oak Hill, West Virginia Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Oak Hill, West Virginia, the metro area neareast to Cranberry River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Cranberry River.   Whitewater Near Cranberry River: Little Kanawha River - Right Fork, Upshur Webster Lewis Braxton County , 2 miles away, Class II-III - 6.6 miles long (Cleveland to confluence with Little Kanawha River) Cranberry River, Pocahontas/Webster County , 2 miles away, Class II-V - 15 miles long (Above Cranberry Rec Area to Cranberry Rec Area) Elk River, Randolph/Webster County , 4 miles away, Class II-III+(IV) - 11.8 miles long (Elk Springs to Bergoo) Elk River, Pocahontas/Randolph County , 4 miles away, Class II-III - 10.4 miles long (Slatyfork to Elk Springs) Cherry River - North Fork, Nicholas/Greenbrier County , 7 miles away, Class III-IV - 13 miles long (Third West Virginia 39 and 55 Bridge to Richwood) Williams River, Pocahontas/Webster County , 7 miles away, Class II-III - 10 miles long (Three Forks of Williams to Gauley River) Williams River, Pocahontas/Webster County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV - 11 miles long (Tea Creek to Three Forks of Williams) Cherry River - South Fork, Nicholas/Greenbrier County , 8 miles away, Class II-III+ - 6 miles long (Beech Lick Run to Richwood) Gauley River, Webster County , 10 miles away, Class I-II - 8.3 miles long (Confluence with Turkey Fork to Bolair) Robbins Run, Greenbrier County , 10 miles away, Class III - 2.8 miles long (Confluence of Boggs Run to Confluence of Spring Creek)   Ski Areas Near Cranberry River: Snowshoe, West Virginia , 29 miles away, 1500 vertical feet The Homestead, Virginia , 39 miles away, 700 vertical feet Winterplace, West Virginia , 62 miles away, 603 vertical feet Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 78 miles away, 850 vertical feet Timberline, West Virginia , 81 miles away, 1000 vertical feet   Hotels Near Cranberry River: Relax Inn Lewisburg, Staunton , 24 miles away Super 8 Lewisburg, Lewisburg , 24 miles away Hampton Inn Lewisburg, Lewisburg , 24 miles away Quality Inn Lewisburg, Lewisburg , 24 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites LEWISBURG, Lewisburg , 24 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Cranberry River: Summit Lake Campground, Greenbrier County, 4 miles away Cranberry Campground, Webster County, 5 miles away Big Rock Campground, Nicholas County, 10 miles away   Trails Near Cranberry River: Pocahontas Trail, Webster County , 0 miles away Big Run Trail, Greenbrier County , 3 miles away Birchlog Trail, Pocahontas County , 3 miles away Hanging Rock Trail, Webster County , 3 miles away Lick Branch Trail, Webster County , 3 miles away   National Parks Near Cranberry River: Bluestone National Scenic River, Glen Jean - WV , 57 miles away Gauley River National Recreation Area, Glen Jean - WV , 57 miles away   Lakes Near Cranberry River