West Virginia whitewater - Elk River, Randolph/Webster County

Randolph/Webster county, Elk Springs to Bergoo section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-III+(IV)     11.8 miles
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in West Virginia tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so don't forget that many of the sections here are safe for beginners. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. This river system is full of great paddling sections, the Elk Springs to Bergoo section is just one of them. 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 have the time you can make this a two
    day trip, so why not pack your camp stove too. The Elk Springs to Bergoo stretch of Elk River in West Virginia is 11.8 miles long and has been rated as a class II-III+(IV) section by American Whitewater. The wonderful West Virginia scenery and the beautiful way the water current
moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Getting your paddling muscles activated and spending some quality time in nature are sure to keep you coming back for more.

Briefly about the general area:
During the summer months highs here at Elk River get into the 80's; during summer nights temperatures are in the 60's. The winter comes with highs in the 40's; overnight lows in the 20's for Elk River. While you're here at Elk River you can take a hike along the Lick Branch Trail, and on a nice day you can take a hike along the
 
Hanging Rock Trail.
Elk River gets lots of water; July is the month that gets the most rain; the driest month of the year is February.

Elk River, Elk Springs to Bergoo road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-III+(IV)
Length: 11.8 miles
Average Gradient: 40 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.15111
Longitude: -80.53667

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.48722
Longitude: -80.30028

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Current weather conditions at Elk River, West Virginia
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Local climate location: GASSAWAY 5 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Oak Hill, West Virginia, the metro area neareast to Elk River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Elk River.
 Whitewater Near Elk River:
Williams River, Pocahontas/Webster County , 3 miles away, Class II-III - 10 miles long (Three Forks of Williams to Gauley River)
Cranberry River, Pocahontas/Webster County , 4 miles away, Class III-IV - 6 miles long (Cranberry Recreation Area to Big Rock)
Cranberry River, Pocahontas/Webster County , 5 miles away, Class II-V - 15 miles long (Above Cranberry Rec Area to Cranberry Rec Area)
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)
Gauley River, Webster County , 6 miles away, Class I-II - 8.3 miles long (Confluence with Turkey Fork to Bolair)
Elk River, Pocahontas/Randolph County , 6 miles away, Class II-III - 10.4 miles long (Slatyfork to Elk Springs)
Gauley River, Webster County , 6 miles away, Class I-II - 7 miles long (Bolair to Donaldson)
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)
Cherry River - South Fork, Nicholas/Greenbrier County , 8 miles away, Class II-III+ - 6 miles long (Beech Lick Run to Richwood)
Williams River, Pocahontas/Webster County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV - 11 miles long (Tea Creek to Three Forks of Williams)
 Ski Areas Near Elk River:
Snowshoe, West Virginia , 30 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
The Homestead, Virginia , 43 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 , 99 miles away, 700 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Elk River:
Days Hotel Sutton Flatwoods, Sutton , 27 miles away
Relax Inn Lewisburg, Staunton , 27 miles away
Super 8 Lewisburg, Lewisburg , 27 miles away
Hampton Inn Lewisburg, Lewisburg , 27 miles away
Quality Inn Lewisburg, Lewisburg , 27 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Elk River:
Cranberry Campground, Webster County, 2 miles away
Summit Lake Campground, Greenbrier County, 4 miles away
Big Rock Campground, Nicholas County, 7 miles away
 Trails Near Elk River:
Lick Branch Trail, Webster County , 1 miles away
Hanging Rock Trail, Webster County , 2 miles away
Little Fork Trail, Webster County , 3 miles away
Snakeden Trail, Webster County , 4 miles away
Pocahontas Trail, Webster County , 4 miles away
 National Parks Near Elk River:
Bluestone National Scenic River, Glen Jean - WV , 56 miles away
Gauley River National Recreation Area, Glen Jean - WV , 56 miles away
 Lakes Near Elk River

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