West Virginia whitewater - Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary, Nicholas County

Nicholas county, Jetsville to Fenwick section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III+(V)     5.3 miles
  If you've been out of state whitewater rafting and kayaking you might find the rivers here more forgiving, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. The Jetsville to Fenwick section of Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary is 5.3 miles long and is a class III+(V) section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The Jetsville to Fenwick section is one of many paddling sections in this river system. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. The scenic beauty of Nicholas County and the water flowing
    gracefully down Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's perfect for a one day trip. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this is an
area with plenty of spots for that. Getting some good exercise and spending some quality time in nature will make you glad you came. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick.

Briefly about the general area:
Summertime highs at Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary regularly tend to be in the 80's, and during summer nights temperatures are in the 60's. The cold days of the wintertime come with highs in the 40's, and after the sun is down during the winter temperatures at
 
Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary fall into the 20's. Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary usually gets a lot of rain; July is when you get the most rain here while January is frequently the driest month.

Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary, Jetsville to Fenwick road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III+(V)
Length: 5.3 miles
Average Gradient: 75 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.16733
Longitude: -80.59855

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.23098
Longitude: -80.58363

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Current weather conditions at Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary, West Virginia
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Local climate location: GASSAWAY 14 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Hampton Inn Summersville, Summersville
17 miles away
The Hampton Inn Summersville hotel in West Virginia is located off US Route 19. Summersville area attractions include golf tennis whitewater rafting Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine Hawks Nest State Park...

Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Charleston North (Elkview), Elkview
18 miles away
Country Inn & Suites offers a variety of 90 guest rooms and Suites with 10 King Suites featuring a living room with a sofabed and 2 person whirlpool. Hotel has sprinklers and smoke detectors in all ar...

Comfort Inn Summersville, Summersville
18 miles away
Free Wifi in all rooms and public areas. Exercise room and racquetball courts. Free deluxe Continental Breakfast. Restaurant's and shopping within walking distance. Seasonal outdoor heated pool. Wal-...



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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 Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary.
 Whitewater Near Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary:
Cherry River, Nicholas County , 3 miles away, Class II-III - 9 miles long (Watergate Inn to Gauley River)
Little Laurel Creek, Greenbrier/Nicholas County , 4 miles away, Class II-IV - 5.1 miles long (CR39/11 to confluence with Cherry River)
Cranberry River, Nicholas County , 5 miles away, Class II-IV - 7 miles long (Big Rock Camping Area to Gauley River)
Panther Creek, Nicholas County , 6 miles away, Class III-IV - 3.3 miles long (Confluence with Jim's Branch to confluence with Gauley River)
Cherry River - South Fork, Nicholas/Greenbrier County , 7 miles away, Class II-III+ - 6 miles long (Beech Lick Run to Richwood)
Gauley River, Webster/Nicholas County , 7 miles away, Class I-II - 9.8 miles long (Camden-0n-Gauley to Curtin Bridge)
Cherry River - North Fork, Nicholas/Greenbrier County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV - 13 miles long (Third West Virginia 39 and 55 Bridge to Richwood)
Big Clear Creek, Greenbrier County , 8 miles away, Class III-V - 4.5 miles long (CR 1 bridge to Anjean)
Gauley River, Nicholas County , 8 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 8.4 miles long (Curtin Bridge to confluence with Big Beaver Creek)
Big Beaver Creek, Nicholas County , 9 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 4.5 miles long (Craigsville to Gauley River)
 Ski Areas Near Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary:
Snowshoe, West Virginia , 44 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Winterplace, West Virginia , 49 miles away, 603 vertical feet
The Homestead, Virginia , 51 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 92 miles away, 850 vertical feet
Timberline, West Virginia , 94 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
 Marinas Near Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary:
Summersville Lake Marina, Summersville , 19 miles away
 Hotels Near Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary:
Hampton Inn Summersville, Summersville , 17 miles away
Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Charleston North (Elkview), Elkview , 18 miles away
Comfort Inn Summersville, Summersville , 18 miles away
Super 8 Summersville, Summersville , 18 miles away
Sleep Inn Summersville, Summersville , 18 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary:
Big Rock Campground, Nicholas County, 7 miles away
Summit Lake Campground, Greenbrier County, 10 miles away
Camp Caesar, Cowen, 12 miles away
 Trails Near Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary:
Perry Ridge Trail, Nicholas County , 5 miles away
Hinkle Branch Trail, Nicholas County , 6 miles away
Harris Siding Trail, Nicholas County , 6 miles away
Barrenshe Trail, Nicholas County , 8 miles away
Cranberry Ridge Trail, Webster County , 9 miles away
 National Parks Near Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary:
Bluestone National Scenic River, Glen Jean - WV , 43 miles away
Gauley River National Recreation Area, Glen Jean - WV , 43 miles away

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