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   If you've been out of state whitewater rafting and kayaking you might find the rivers here more forgiving, so better not forget that rivers here are less demanding. The scenic beauty of West Virginia and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream will make you feel great. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people     coming from far and near. The Cranberry Recreation Area to Big Rock stretch of Cranberry River is 6 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III-IV section. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. On this section you do get some distance, you can easily run it on an afternoon. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Briefly about the general area: Cranberry River is a wet spot that gets a large amount of rain; through the month of July you get the most rain around here while February is commonly the driest month. High temperatures at Cranberry River during the months of summer are in the 80's, and the nighttime is a tad colder of course, typically in the 50's. The winter comes with highs in the 40's, and winter nights come with lows in the   10's to Cranberry River. Have a tremendous hiking adventure along the Pocahontas Trail; while you're here why not take a look at Pheasant Hollow. Going for a hike along the Big Run Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this neighborhood. 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. Lewisburg Super 8 Motel, 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 ... 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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 Wisp, Maryland , 100 miles away, 610 vertical feet Wintergreen, Virginia , 102 miles away, 1003 vertical feet Massanutten, Virginia , 113 miles away, 1100 vertical feet Bryce Resort, Virginia , 116 miles away, 500 vertical feet Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 122 miles away, 750 vertical feet   Hotels Near Cranberry River: Lewisburg Super 8 Motel, Lewisburg , 24 miles away Americas Best Value Inn, Lewisburg , 24 miles away The Greenbrier, White Sulphur Springs , 26 miles away Comfort Inn Summersville, Summersville , 31 miles away Sleep Inn Summersville, Summersville , 31 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