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West Virginia whitewater - Guyandotte River, Wyoming County
Wyoming
county,
Simon to R D Bailey Lake backwaters section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I-III 8 miles
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The beautiful scenery of West Virginia and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water will make you feel great. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in West Virginia are often easier than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. This stretch is mid length, it's perfect for a one day trip. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here |
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you'll find a large number of good rivers. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. This section of Guyandotte River in Wyoming County is 8 miles long and is a class
| I-III section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. Guyandotte River doesn't have a lot of paddling sections, the Simon to R D Bailey Lake backwaters section is the only one. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby.
Briefly about the general area:
During the warm days of summer here at Guyandotte River, high temperatures ordinarily reach the 80's while nighttime lows are mostly in the 60's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 40's with temperatures at Guyandotte River dipping down into the 20's | |
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during winter nights. Guyandotte River is a wet site that gets a great deal of rain; the month of July is the wettest with most of the rain while October is ordinarily the driest month.
Barn Hollow is in close proximity to Guyandotte River and is beyond doubt a splendid spot to explore.
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Guyandotte River, Simon to R D Bailey Lake backwaters road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
QUICK STATS
AW Class:
I-III
Length:
8
miles
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Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.58359
Longitude: -81.71141
Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.59619
Longitude: -81.7755
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Paddler input for Guyandotte River, West Virginia:
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Current weather conditions at Guyandotte River, West Virginia
Local climate location: LOGAN 11 miles away
      
RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS
There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.
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Aracoma Hotel, Logan
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22 miles away
Located in Downtown Logan, West Virginia, the Aracoma Hotel is one of West Virginias Historic Inns. Our historic guests registry includes Mrs. Eleanor Roosevelt, John F. Kennedy, Robert Kennedy, The R...
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites LOGAN, Logan
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22 miles away
Logan, West Virginia Hotel's Amenities Are Sure to Please Travelers appreciate our West Virginia hotel's great location as we are close to nearby attractions and businesses. The Holiday Inn Express&re...
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Super 8 Logan, Logan
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23 miles away
Welcome to Logan, West Virginia. Located just 60 miles from the State Capitol Charleston and Yeager Airport. Nearby attractions include Chief Logan State Park and Hatfield and McCoy ATV Trails. The p...
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All West Virginia Whitewater
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Outdoors Recreation Near Bluefield, West Virginia-Virginia
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Bluefield, West Virginia-Virginia, the metro area neareast to Guyandotte River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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| These outdoors activities are available near Guyandotte River. |
| | Whitewater Near Guyandotte River:
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Little Huff Creek, Wyoming
County
, 5 miles away, Class II-III - 6.3 miles long (Confluence with Muzzle Creek to Justice) |
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Buffalo Creek - Guyandotte Tributary, Logan
County
, 12 miles away, Class I-II - 3.2 miles long (Accoville to Man) |
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Big Sandy River - Tug Fork, McDowell Mingo WV Buchannan VA
County
, 14 miles away, Class I-II - 8.7 miles long (Panther to Wharncliffe) |
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Pinnacle Creek, Wyoming
County
, 18 miles away, Class I-III - 11 miles long (CR 18 bridge to confluence with Guyandotte River) |
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Little Coal River - Pond Fork, Boone
County
, 18 miles away, Class I-III - 13.8 miles long (Rocklick to Van) |
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Big Sandy River - Tug Fork, Mingo WV/Pike KY
County
, 19 miles away, Class I-II - 8.8 miles long (Wharncliffe to Devon) |
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Peachtree Creek, Raleigh
County
, 23 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 1.4 miles long (Pineknob to confluence of Marsh Fork of Big Coal River) |
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Little Coal River. Pond Fork, Boone
County
, 23 miles away, Class I-II - 12.2 miles long (Van to Madison) |
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Big Coal River - Marsh Fork, Raleigh
County
, 24 miles away, Class III-IV - 4.2 miles long (Dry Creek to Sundial) |
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Big Coal River - Marsh Fork, Raleigh
County
, 24 miles away, Class I-II - 9 miles long (Sundial to Whitesville) |
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| | Ski Areas Near Guyandotte River:
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Winterplace, West Virginia
, 43 miles away, 603 vertical feet |
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Ski Beech, North Carolina
, 77 miles away, 830 vertical feet |
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Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina
, 78 miles away, 365 vertical feet |
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Hawksnest, North Carolina
, 80 miles away, 619 vertical feet |
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Sugar Mountain, North Carolina
, 80 miles away, 1200 vertical feet |
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| | Hotels Near Guyandotte River:
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Aracoma Hotel, Logan
, 22 miles away |
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites LOGAN, Logan
, 22 miles away |
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Super 8 Logan, Logan
, 23 miles away |
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Chief Logan Ldg Htl & Conf Ctr, Logan
, 23 miles away |
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Mountain Trail Inn, Logan
, 24 miles away |
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