West Virginia whitewater - Elk River, Webster County
Webster
county,
Bergoo to Webster Springs section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II-III(IV) 11.6 miles
The Bergoo to Webster Springs stretch of Elk River is 11.6 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II-III(IV) section. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in West Virginia tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so you'd better keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. The natural beauty of Webster County and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because
it is a very popular destination. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. There are so many stretches to paddle in this river system, the Bergoo to
Webster Springs stretch is just one of many. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling places. You can enjoy this stretch more if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your sleeping bag.
Briefly about the general area: A great deal of rain falls at Elk River; the month of July is the wettest with most of the rain; February meanwhile is the driest month. It's always pleasant to have a look at Gwen Wyatt Spring; Richard D Pyles Spring is a good local attraction. During
the warmest time of the year highs here at Elk River get into the 80's, and the night is quite colder of course, usually in the 60's. All through the winter highs are in the 40's with winter lows in the 20's overnight here at Elk River.
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Elk River - Back Fork, Webster
County
, 2 miles away, Class II+ - 5.8 miles long (Big Sycamore to Webster Springs)
Elk River - Back Fork, Webster
County
, 3 miles away, Class II-IV - 4.6 miles long (Confluence of Sugar Creek to Big Sycamore)
Gauley River, Webster
County
, 4 miles away, Class I-II - 8.3 miles long (Confluence with Turkey Fork to Bolair)
Sugar Creek, Webster
County
, 5 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 1.8 miles long (Confluence of Little Sugar Creek to confluence of Back Fork of Elk)
Leatherwood Creek, Webster
County
, 5 miles away, Class III-IV - 3.3 miles long (Forks of creek to Bergoo)
Gauley River, Webster
County
, 5 miles away, Class II-III - 9.5 miles long (Confluence with South Fork to confluence with Turkey Fork)
Grassy Creek, Webster
County
, 7 miles away, Class III-IV - 4.5 miles long (Orndoff Church to confluence with Right Fork of Holly River Close to Diana)
Elk River, Webster
County
, 7 miles away, Class II-III - 17.3 miles long (Webster Springs to CR7)
Elk River - Back Fork, Webster
County
, 7 miles away, Class II-III+ - 8.6 miles long (Confluence of Big Run to Confluence of Sugar Creek)
Williams River, Pocahontas/Webster
County
, 9 miles away, Class III-IV - 11 miles long (Tea Creek to Three Forks of Williams)