West Virginia whitewater - Gauley River, Nicholas/Fayette County Nicholas/Fayette county, Mason Branch to Bucklick Branch section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III+(IV)     5.5 miles   The put-in is not too far from Oak Hill, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so don't forget that rivers here are less demanding. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. This is a pretty decent length     section, suitable for an afternoon trip. The Mason Branch to Bucklick Branch section is one of many paddling sections in this river system. This section of Gauley River in West Virginia is 5.5 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III+(IV) section of whitewater. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. Briefly about the general area: The high level of rainfall makes Gauley River a rather wet place; July is the month that gets the most rain, and February meanwhile is the driest month. This river has it all. Through the long summer days, highs regularly are in the 80's at Gauley River. Once the sun is down it plunges down to the 60's. The cold days of   the winter come with highs in the 40's, and after the sun is down during the winter temperatures at Gauley River fall into the 20's. You need to stop at Koontz Bend since you're here at Gauley River; if the weather is tremendous, you can go for a hike along the Carnifex Trail. Don't leave Gauley River without first paying a visit to Koontz Flume Rapids, and going for a hike along the Way Back Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this neighborhood. Gauley River, Mason Branch to Bucklick Branch road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III+(IV) Length: 5.5 miles Average Gradient: 26 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.22213 Longitude: -80.99072 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.22682 Longitude: -81.03062 Paddler input for Gauley River, West Virginia: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Gauley River, West Virginia Local climate location: CORTON 10 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Gauley River.   Whitewater Near Gauley River: Peters Creek, Nicholas County , 2 miles away, Class II-III+(V+) - 2.5 miles long (County 22 bridge to mouth) Gauley River, Nicholas/ Fayette County , 4 miles away, Class IV-V - 9.8 miles long (Summersville Dam to Mason Branch) Gauley River, Nicholas/Fayette County , 5 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 11 miles long (Bucklick Branch to Swiss) Meadow River, Fayette/ Nicholas County , 6 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 5 miles long (Route 19 to confluence with Gauley River) Mill Creek - New River Tributary, Fayette County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Hopewell Road bridge to Ansted) Mill Creek - New River Tributary, Fayette County , 8 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2 miles long (Ansted to confluence of New River) Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary, Fayette County , 9 miles away, Class III-V - 2 miles long (County 60/12 bridge to Meadow River confluence) Meadow River, Nicholas/Fayette County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV - 5 miles long (Nallen to Route 19 Bridge) Keeney's Creek, Fayette County , 10 miles away, Class V+ - 0.75 miles long (to New River) Laurel Creek - New River Tributary, Fayette County , 11 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 1.5 miles long (Beckwith to Cotton Hill)   Ski Areas Near Gauley River: Winterplace, West Virginia , 35 miles away, 603 vertical feet Snowshoe, West Virginia , 72 miles away, 1500 vertical feet The Homestead, Virginia , 80 miles away, 700 vertical feet Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 117 miles away, 850 vertical feet Timberline, West Virginia , 120 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina , 120 miles away, 365 vertical feet Ski Beech, North Carolina , 126 miles away, 830 vertical feet Hawksnest, North Carolina , 126 miles away, 619 vertical feet Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 128 miles away, 1200 vertical feet Wisp, Maryland , 135 miles away, 610 vertical feet   Hotels Near Gauley River: Best Western Summersville Lake Motor Lodge, Summersville , 12 miles away Quality Inn New River, Fayetteville , 12 miles away Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Summersville, Wv, Summersville , 12 miles away Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Charleston North (Elkview), Elkview , 13 miles away Summersville Super 8 Motel, Summersville , 13 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Gauley River: Madd Jack's Campground, Ramsey, 3 miles away North American River Runners, Hico, 6 miles away River Retreat, Hico, 7 miles away   Trails Near Gauley River: Way Back Trail, Nicholas County , 4 miles away Carnifex Trail, Nicholas County , 5 miles away   National Parks Near Gauley River: Bluestone National Scenic River, Glen Jean - WV , 20 miles away Gauley River National Recreation Area, Glen Jean - WV , 20 miles away