West Virginia whitewater - Mud River, Cabell County Cabell county, Ona to Blue Sulphur Road bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II(III)     1 miles   This is an answer to Cindy's question about the Guyandotte River. There is a put-in at Branchland, then a take-out 3 1/2 hours downstream at Salt Rock. A very nice float with a few riffles, lots of fish and wildlife for viewing. You can also put-in or take-out at the mouth of Mud river in Barboursville which is good for a Mud River or Guyandotte River float. Salt Rock to B'ville would be a great all day float on the Guyandotte, I'm guessing 10 to 12 miles. Says Mike There is no way there could be any rapids on the Mud River. I agree with the     writer below. However, I would love to flatwater kayak down the Guyan which is closer to Beech Fork State Park than the Mud. It connects to the Mud in Barboursville and runs into the Ohio a few miles later. It should be a very plesant peaceful trip. I just can not locate a putin spot. Can any one help? I live 10 miles away from the BF campground. Thanks Says Cindy There is no whitewater on the Mud River. I have walked and canoed the Mud River many times. There might be a few ripples if there's enough water in the river. During the summer months it looks more like a creek rather than a river. Don't get excited or waste your time. The Mud River is a great place to go Muskie fishing. If your want a true whitewater experience go to the New River of Gauley River. Says Jim 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 many of the sections here are safe for beginners. The put-in is not too far from Huntington-Ashland, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. This is a very short section so you'll have to walk back to the start over and over. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. There are no other stretches to paddle along Mud River than the Ona to Blue Sulphur Road bridge stretch. This stretch of Mud River in West Virginia is 1 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class I-II(III) section. There are some good hotels near the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The beautiful scenery of Cabell County and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Briefly about the general area: Mud River is next to Cow Hollow which is positively worth taking a look at. Mud River sees pretty high levels of rain; July is when you get the most rain here, and the driest month is January. During the long summer days at Mud River temperatures are ordinarily in the 80's while nighttime lows are typically in the 60's. High temperatures all through the wintertime are normally in the 40's; night lows in the 10's for Mud River. Mud River, Ona to Blue Sulphur Road bridge road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II(III) Length: 1 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.44179 Longitude: -82.2194 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.43519 Longitude: -82.2344 Paddler input for Mud River, West Virginia: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Mud River, West Virginia Local climate location: HOGSETT GALLIPOLIS DAM 8 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Huntington Mall Inn, Barboursville 2 miles away Choose this pet-friendly Barboursville, West Virginia hotel offering convenient access to key area attractions such as the Huntington Mall, Marshall University and the Heritage Farm Museum. Welcome ... Hampton Inn Barboursville WV, Barboursville 3 miles away The Hampton Inn Huntington/Barboursville hotel is located off I-64 West at Exit 20/1-64 East Exit 20B in the heart of the Barboursville West Virginia business area. Our hotel is next door to the Crac... Comfort Inn Barboursville, Barboursville 3 miles away Within walking distance of Lazurus, JCPenney, Sears, Phar-mor and many other shops and restaurants located in nearby mall. Pet accommodation: 20.00/stay. Pool and hot tub closed until September 13, 2...   All West Virginia Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in West Virginia. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Mud River.   Ski Areas Near Mud River: Spicy Run Mountain, Ohio , 76 miles away, 600 vertical feet Winterplace, West Virginia , 89 miles away, 603 vertical feet   Hotels Near Mud River: Best Western Huntington Mall Inn, Barboursville , 2 miles away Hampton Inn Barboursville WV, Barboursville , 3 miles away Comfort Inn Barboursville, Barboursville , 3 miles away Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites BARBOURSVILLE, Barboursville , 5 miles away Days Inn Huntington, Huntington , 8 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Mud River: Fox Fire Resort, Milton, 6 miles away Jim's Camping, Milton, 6 miles away Beech Fork State Park, Barboursville, 10 miles away   Golf Courses Near Mud River: Esquire Country Club, Barboursville , 5 miles away Riviera Country Club, Barboursville , 5 miles away