West Virginia whitewater - Greenbrier River, Pocahontas County

Pocahontas county, Clover Lick to Laurel Run section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     8.7 miles
  This section of Greenbrier River in West Virginia is 8.7 miles long and has been rated as a class I-II section by American Whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in West Virginia is often easier than elsewhere, so better not forget that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. Getting some good exercise and just being out on the river for a while will have you coming back for more. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a
    very popular destination. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. The Clover Lick to Laurel Run section is one of many paddling sections in this river system. This stretch is mid length,
it's good length for a morning trip. The wonderful West Virginia scenery and the cool fresh water will make you feel great.

Briefly about the general area:
At Greenbrier River during the summer highs are in the 70's. Throughout the dark hours of summer temperatures descend down into the 50's. High temperatures during the winter are normally in the 30's while the cold winter nights at Greenbrier River are in the 10's. The high level of rainfall makes Greenbrier River a relatively wet location; July is the wettest month with most rain; February
 
is when it's the driest.
Hiking along the Marlin Mountain Trail is glorious fun. Going for a hike along the Scarlet Oak Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this region, and Scale Hollow is around here, and is a good spot.

Greenbrier River, Clover Lick to Laurel Run road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 8.7 miles
Average Gradient: 10 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.3306
Longitude: -79.96881

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.2825
Longitude: -80.01641

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Current weather conditions at Greenbrier River, West Virginia
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Local climate location: PICKENS 10 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Red Carpet Inn Bartow, Bartow
19 miles away
Northern Pocahontas County, West Virginia is fast becoming a mini vacation location. We are located within 20 miles of some of the areas best known attractions such as the Cass Scenic Railroad, Snowsh...

Holiday Inn Express COVINGTON, Covington
29 miles away
The Holiday Inn Express Covington is a great hotel surrounded by the beautiful Virginia mountains. Built in 1999, this is a 4 story interior corridor hotel offers 63 guest rooms. Our hotel features a...

Best Western Mountain View, Covington
29 miles away
Guests staying at this pet-friendly Covington, Virginia hotel will be close to downtown Covington, Humpback Bridge and several corporate locations. Whether traveling to western Virginia on business ...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Greenbrier River.
 Whitewater Near Greenbrier River:
Greenbrier River, Pocahontas County , 5 miles away, Class I-II - 10 miles long (Cass to Clover Lick)
Greenbrier River, Pocahontas County , 5 miles away, Class I-II - 9.9 miles long (Laurel Run to Marlinton)
Deer Creek, Pocahontas County , 9 miles away, Class I-II - 5.4 miles long (Confluence with North Fork of Deer Creek to confluence with Greenbrier River)
Elk River - Old Field Fork, Pocahontas County , 9 miles away, Class I-III - 8.2 miles long (Confluence of Crooked Fork to Slaty Fork)
Greenbrier River, Pocahontas County , 10 miles away, Class I-II - 8.3 miles long (Hosterman to Cass)
Cheat River - Shavers Fork, Pocahontas / Randolph County , 14 miles away, Class I-II - 17.4 miles long (Spruce to US Route 250)
Back Creek - Jackson Tributary, Bath County , 14 miles away, Class I-III - 17.5 miles long (Bath County Pumped Storage Facility to Jackson River)
Greenbrier River, Pocahontas County , 15 miles away, Class I-II - 7.7 miles long (Durbin to Hosterman)
Tygart Valley River, Randolph County , 15 miles away, Class II+ - 6 miles long (Valley Head to US 219)
Tea Creek, Pocahontas County , 16 miles away, Class IV-V - 2.9 miles long (Confluence of Right Fork to confluence with Williams River)
 Ski Areas Near Greenbrier River:
Snowshoe, West Virginia , 6 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
The Homestead, Virginia , 20 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 54 miles away, 850 vertical feet
Timberline, West Virginia , 57 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Wintergreen, Virginia , 76 miles away, 1003 vertical feet
Wisp, Maryland , 81 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Massanutten, Virginia , 86 miles away, 1110 vertical feet
Winterplace, West Virginia , 87 miles away, 603 vertical feet
Bryce Resort, Virginia , 89 miles away, 500 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Greenbrier River:
Red Carpet Inn Bartow, Bartow , 19 miles away
Holiday Inn Express COVINGTON, Covington , 29 miles away
Best Western Mountain View, Covington , 29 miles away
Americas Best Value Inn Covington, Covington , 29 miles away
Oak Tree Inn Low Moor, Low Moor , 29 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Greenbrier River:
Seven Mile Campground, Pocahontas County, 5 miles away
Watoga State Park, Marlinton, 7 miles away
Whittaker Campground, Cass, 8 miles away
 Trails Near Greenbrier River:
Marlin Mountain Trail, Pocahontas County , 4 miles away
Scarlet Oak Trail, Pocahontas County , 4 miles away
Hill Top Trail, Pocahontas County , 5 miles away
Peters Mountain Trail, Pocahontas County , 8 miles away
Brushy Mountain Trail, Pocahontas County , 8 miles away
 National Parks Near Greenbrier River:
Booker T Washington National Monument, Hardy - VA , 64 miles away
 Lakes Near Greenbrier River

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