West Virginia whitewater - Meadow River, Fayette/ Nicholas County

Fayette/ Nicholas county, Route 19 to confluence with Gauley River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS IV-V+     5 miles
  The put-in location is a short drive from Oak Hill, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The Route 19 to confluence with Gauley River section of Meadow River in Fayette/ Nicholas County is 5 miles long and is a class IV-V+ section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. This is not the only paddling section in this river system, there are others too. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature will make you glad you came. There are plenty of hotels here if you want to spend a night, but
    you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. If you've been out of state whitewater rafting and kayaking you might find the rivers here more forgiving, so keep in mind that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby.
This stretch is mid length, good for a one day paddling trip. The natural beauty of Fayette/ Nicholas County and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good rivers.

Briefly about the general area:
The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Lost Paddle Rapids. A journey to Pillow Rock Rapids will fill your spirit with perfect feelings; don't leave Meadow River without first going for a hike along the Carnifex
 
Trail.
All through the months of summer highs here at Meadow River reach the 80's. Once the sun is down it drops down to the 60's. For the period of the winter the highs are ordinarily in the 40's while Meadow River overnight low temperatures during the wintertime are in the 20's. Meadow River gets lots of water; the month of July is the wettest with most of the rain while February is generally the driest month.

Meadow River, Route 19 to confluence with Gauley River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV-V+
Length: 5 miles
Average Gradient: 92 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.1511
Longitude: -80.9275

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 38.19319
Longitude: -80.9441

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Current weather conditions at Meadow River, West Virginia
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Local climate location: CORTON 16 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western Summersville Lake Motor Lodge, Summersville
8 miles away
Come experience friendly customer service and convenient access to many local attractions such as Summersville Lake, Good Evening Ranch and the New River Gorge Bridge while staying at this Summersvill...

Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Summersville, Wv, Summersville
9 miles away
Country Inn & Suites Summersville offers a variety of 106 guest rooms and suites with 8 King Suites featuring a living room with a sofabed and a two person whirlpool. Hotel has sprinklers and smoke de...

Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Charleston North (Elkview), Elkview
10 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...



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Outdoors Recreation Near Oak Hill, West Virginia
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Oak Hill, West Virginia, the metro area neareast to Meadow River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Meadow River.
 Whitewater Near Meadow River:
Gauley River, Nicholas/ Fayette County , 3 miles away, Class IV-V - 9.8 miles long (Summersville Dam to Mason Branch)
Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary, Fayette County , 3 miles away, Class III-V - 2 miles long (County 60/12 bridge to Meadow River confluence)
Meadow River, Nicholas/Fayette County , 3 miles away, Class III-IV - 5 miles long (Nallen to Route 19 Bridge)
Gauley River, Nicholas/Fayette County , 6 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 5.5 miles long (Mason Branch to Bucklick Branch)
Peters Creek, Nicholas County , 8 miles away, Class II-III+(V+) - 2.5 miles long (County 22 bridge to mouth)
Anglins Creek, Nicholas County , 9 miles away, Class II-IV - 9.5 miles long (CR 17/2 bridge to confluence of Meadow River)
Keeney's Creek, Fayette County , 9 miles away, Class V+ - 0.75 miles long (to New River)
Manns Creek, Fayette County , 10 miles away, Class V+ - 1.7 miles long (Babcock State Park to confluence with Glade Creek)
Muddlety Creek, Nicholas County , 10 miles away, Class III-IV - 4.5 miles long (West Virginia 41 to Summersville Lake)
Gauley River, Nicholas/Fayette County , 10 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 11 miles long (Bucklick Branch to Swiss)
 Ski Areas Near Meadow River:
Winterplace, West Virginia , 34 miles away, 603 vertical feet
Snowshoe, West Virginia , 67 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
The Homestead, Virginia , 74 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 114 miles away, 850 vertical feet
Timberline, West Virginia , 116 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina , 120 miles away, 365 vertical feet
Ski Beech, North Carolina , 126 miles away, 830 vertical feet
Hawksnest, North Carolina , 126 miles away, 619 vertical feet
Sugar Mountain, North Carolina , 128 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
Wisp, Maryland , 132 miles away, 610 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Meadow River:
Wilderness Lake Charlets, Mount Nebo , 5 miles away
Hillcrest Motel, Lookout , 6 miles away
Rustic Retreat, Mount Nebo , 6 miles away
Midland Trail Motel, Ansted , 7 miles away
Best Western Summersville Lake Motor Lodge, Summersville , 8 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Meadow River:
Summersville Lake Retreat, Mount Nebo, 5 miles away
Mountain Lake Campground, Summersville, 7 miles away
New River Gorge Campground, Fayetteville, 11 miles away
 Trails Near Meadow River:
Carnifex Trail, Nicholas County , 2 miles away
Way Back Trail, Nicholas County , 8 miles away
 National Parks Near Meadow River:
Bluestone National Scenic River, Glen Jean - WV , 21 miles away
Gauley River National Recreation Area, Glen Jean - WV , 21 miles away
 Lakes Near Meadow River

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