West Virginia whitewater - Lick Creek, Summers County

Summers county, Green Sulphur Springs to confluence of New River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-V     5.8 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so don't forget that many runs in this state are very easy. The wonderful Summers County scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water beats anything. The Green Sulphur Springs to confluence of New River section of Lick Creek is 5.8 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-V section. Lick Creek doesn't have a lot of paddling sections, the Green Sulphur Springs to confluence of New River section is the only one. Whether you're
    whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good rivers. The starting point is not too far from Oak Hill, as you can see on the road map further down. 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. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. On this section you do get some distance, it's good length for a morning trip. Getting some good exercise and just hanging out with mother nature will have you coming back for more.

Briefly about the general area:
If you feel like a little side journey, try Dark Hollow. Lick Creek is a reasonably wet place generally with a large amount of precipitation; the month of July is the wettest with most of the rain, and February
 
on the other hand is the driest.
During the long summer days at Lick Creek highs are usually in the 80's while night lows are generally in the 50's. Daytime highs through the wintertime are in the 30's; after the sun is down through the winter temperatures at Lick Creek drop into the 10's.

Lick Creek, Green Sulphur Springs to confluence of New River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-V
Length: 5.8 miles
Average Gradient: 70 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.80555
Longitude: -80.81473

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 37.77666
Longitude: -80.8939

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Current weather conditions at Lick Creek, West Virginia
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Local climate location: OAK HILL 19 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

The Resort at Glade Springs, Daniels
15 miles away
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19 miles away
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Comfort Inn New River, Oak Hill
20 miles away
Renovated second quarter of 2008. Located only 4 miles from New River Gorge and whitewater rafting companies, and just minutes from the western hemiphere's largest steel arch bridge in beautiful Fayet...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Lick Creek.
 Whitewater Near Lick Creek:
Laurel Creek - New River Tributary, Summers County , 2 miles away, Class IV-V - 5 miles long (Route 41 bridge at Kathryn to New River/Sandstone)
Meadow Creek, Fayette Summers County , 3 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.7 miles long (Meadow Bridge to Meadow Creek)
New River, Summers/ Fayette/ Raleigh County , 5 miles away, Class I-III(IV) - 11 miles long (Bluestone Dam to Sandstone)
Fall Branch, Raleigh County , 6 miles away, Class II-IV - 1.5 miles long (ATV trail to River Road on New River above Sandstone falls)
Big Creek, Summers County , 7 miles away, Class II-IV - 2.5 miles long (CR 10 bridge to Greenbrier River)
Madams Creek, Summers County , 8 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 2 miles long (Madams Creek Road to New River)
Greenbrier River, Summers County , 9 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 5.5 miles long (Willowood bridge to Bellepoint)
New River, Summers/ Fayette County , 10 miles away, Class I-III - 15 miles long (Sandstone to McCreery)
Little Wolf Creek, Summers County , 10 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 2.5 miles long (CR 14 Bridge to Greenbrier River)
Pinch Creek - Glade Creek Tributary, Raleigh County , 12 miles away, Class IV-V - 4.2 miles long (Pluto to confluence with Glade Creek)
 Ski Areas Near Lick Creek:
Winterplace, West Virginia , 21 miles away, 603 vertical feet
The Homestead, Virginia , 69 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Snowshoe, West Virginia , 69 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Lick Creek:
The Resort at Glade Springs, Daniels , 15 miles away
Sleep Inn Beaver, Beaver , 19 miles away
Comfort Inn New River, Oak Hill , 20 miles away
Knights Inn Ghent, Ghent , 21 miles away
Red Carpet Inn Beckley, Beckley , 21 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Lick Creek:
Bluestone Country Store and Camp, Hinton, 7 miles away
Bass Lake Park, Hinton, 7 miles away
Babcock State Park, Clifftop, 13 miles away
 National Parks Near Lick Creek:
Bluestone National Scenic River, Glen Jean - WV , 22 miles away
Gauley River National Recreation Area, Glen Jean - WV , 22 miles away
 Lakes Near Lick Creek

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