West Virginia whitewater - Lick Run, Preston County Preston county, CR 59 to Cheat River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV     2 miles   This section of Lick Run in West Virginia is 2 miles long and has been rated as a class IV section by American Whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often easier than elsewhere, so you'd better keep in mind that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. The natural beauty of Preston County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream attract people from near and far. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, there     are lots of good rivers for that around here. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. This is a pretty short section so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. There are no other sections to paddle along Lick Run than the CR 59 to Cheat River section. Briefly about the general area: Summer brings highs in the 80's to Lick Run with overnight lows in the 60's. Through the winter highs are in the 30's; night lows in the 10's for Lick Run. Lick Run gets a common amount of rain; throughout the month of July you get the most rain around here, and the driest month is February.   Lick Run, CR 59 to Cheat River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV Length: 2 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.42222 Longitude: -79.70418 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.42777 Longitude: -79.68612 Paddler input for Lick Run, West Virginia: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Lick Run, West Virginia Local climate location: MORGANTOWN L AND D 8 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Lakeview Golf Resort & Spa, Morgantown 17 miles away Find a retreat from your daily routine at the Lakeview Golf Resort & Spa which overlooks Cheat Lake in Morgantown, West Virginia. Beautifully appointed guest rooms create an air of peaceful relaxation... Holiday Inn Express MORGANTOWN, Morgantown 18 miles away Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express Hotel Morgantown. We are a 68 room hotel that features many amenities such as a complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, indoor pool, spa and exercise facility al... Super 8 Morgantown, Morgantown 18 miles away The Super 8 Motel Morgantown, WV is conveniently located off Interstate 68, five miles from West Virginia University. Additional area attractions include Mountaineer Mall, the Monongalia Arts Center, ...   All West Virginia Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in West Virginia. Books about whitewater paddling on Lick Run, West Virginia List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Lick Run, West Virginia. Find a whitewater outfitter in West Virginia Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Morgantown, West Virginia Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Morgantown, West Virginia, the metro area neareast to Lick Run. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Lick Run.   Whitewater Near Lick Run: Pringle Run, Preston County , 1 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 0.5 miles long (Above Falls to Cheat River) Morgan Run, Preston County , 2 miles away, Class III - 1.6 miles long (Rt. 26 to Cheat River) Cheat River, Preston County , 2 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Below Rowlesburg to above Albright Power Dam) Saltlick Creek, Preston County , 4 miles away, Class III - 4 miles long (Amblersburg to Rowlesburg) Green's Run, Preston County , 5 miles away, Class III - 2.2 miles long (CR 52 to Cheat River) Cheat River, Preston County , 6 miles away, Class III-IV - 10.5 miles long (Albright to Jenkinsburg Bridge) Elsey Run, Preston County , 7 miles away, Class V+ - 3.4 miles long (from county road to Cheat River) Buffalo Creek, Preston County , 7 miles away, Class III - 4.9 miles long (West Virginia 72 to Macomber) Muddy Creek, Preston County , 7 miles away, Class IV - 2.5 miles long (West Virginia 26 to Cheat River) Daugherty Run, Preston County , 8 miles away, Class V - 6 miles long (Co. Road 3-12 to Cheat River)   Ski Areas Near Lick Run: Wisp, Maryland , 24 miles away, 700 vertical feet Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 29 miles away, 850 vertical feet Timberline, West Virginia , 29 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 42 miles away, 754 vertical feet Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 45 miles away, 610 vertical feet The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 54 miles away, 940 vertical feet Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 56 miles away, 180 vertical feet Snowshoe, West Virginia , 57 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Bryce Resort, Virginia , 72 miles away, 500 vertical feet The Homestead, Virginia , 79 miles away, 700 vertical feet   Hotels Near Lick Run: Lakeview Golf Resort & Spa, Morgantown , 17 miles away Holiday Inn Express MORGANTOWN, Morgantown , 18 miles away Super 8 Morgantown, Morgantown , 18 miles away SpringHill Suites Morgantown, Morgantown , 19 miles away Ramada Conference Center Morgantown, WV, Morgantown , 20 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Lick Run: Cannon Hill Campground, Rowlesburg, 4 miles away Albright Campground, Albright, 8 miles away Pine Hill Campground, Bruceton Mills, 12 miles away   Trails Near Lick Run: Shingle Tree Trail, Tucker County , 17 miles away Pheasant Mountain Trail, Tucker County , 18 miles away Shingle Tree Run Trail, Tucker County , 18 miles away South Haddix Trail, Tucker County , 18 miles away Canyon Rim Trail, Tucker County , 19 miles away