West Virginia whitewater - Potomac River - North Branch, Mineral WV Garrett MD County Mineral WV Garrett MD county, Kitzmiller to Jennings Randolph Lake section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     3 miles   The scenic beauty of West Virginia and the cool fresh water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. The starting location is a short drive from Cumberland, as you can see on the road map further down. This stretch of Potomac River - North Branch in West Virginia is 3 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II-III section of whitewater. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This section is quite short so you'll have     to walk back to the start over and over. A bit of exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great reasons to come. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good rivers for that around here. There are so many stretches to paddle in this river system, the Kitzmiller to Jennings Randolph Lake stretch is just one of many. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so better not forget that the rivers in this state are less demanding. Briefly about the general area: Stony Hollow is near Potomac River - North Branch and is a perfect place, and a tour to Potomac River - North Branch wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Jones Spring. Potomac River - North   Branch is a reasonably wet place generally with much rain; the month of July is the wettest with most of the rain; February on the other hand is the driest. At Potomac River - North Branch during the days of summer highs are in the 80's. Through the dark hours of summer temperatures sink down into the 50's. The winter comes with highs in the 30's with winter lows in the 10's overnight here at Potomac River - North Branch. Potomac River - North Branch, Kitzmiller to Jennings Randolph Lake road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-III Length: 3 miles Average Gradient: 35 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.38589 Longitude: -79.17961 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.4145 Longitude: -79.1241 Paddler input for Potomac River - North Branch, West Virginia: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Potomac River - North Branch, West Virginia Local climate location: CONFLUENCE 6 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Comfort Inn Grantsville, Grantsville 15 miles away Convenient interstate location. Pet Accommodation: 20.00/night per pet. 2 pets per room, up to 15 lbs. Refundable Pet Deposit: 50.00 USD, due at check-in for cash paying guests. Do not leave pets unat... Comfort Inn At Deep Creek Lake, Mchenry 17 miles away 1/2 mile from Deep Creek Lake and Marsh Hill-Wisp ski area. Local shops and restaurants nearby. Located among numerous state parks. FREE Deluxe Continental Breakfast. Hotel has 4 floors. No elevator o... Wisp Resort, Mchenry 17 miles away For information on lodging/ski packages/golf packages, please call the Wisp directly at 800-462-9477. The Wisp Mountain Resort Hotel and Conference Center in beautiful Deep Creek Lake, Maryland, has...   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 Potomac River - North Branch.   Whitewater Near Potomac River - North Branch: Abram Creek, Mineral/Grant County , 5 miles away, Class II-IV - 8.7 miles long (US 50 to confluence of North Branch of Potomac River) Crabtree Creek, Garrett County , 5 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 6 miles long (Swanton Maryland to Savage Reservoir) Savage River, Garrett County , 6 miles away, Class III-IV - 4.5 miles long (Dam to North Branch Potomac River) Stony River, Grant County , 6 miles away, Class III-IV - 6.7 miles long (Route 50 to North Branch of Potomac River) Potomac River - North Branch, Mineral WV Garrett MD County , 7 miles away, Class II-III - 6.5 miles long (Barnum West Virginia to Bloomington Maryland) Potomac River - North Branch, Mineral WV Garrett MD County , 7 miles away, Class II-III - 6.5 miles long (Barnum to Bloomington) Potomac River - North Branch, Grant Mineral WV Garrett MD County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV - 15 miles long (Gormania West Virginia to Kitzmiller Maryland) Potomac River - North Branch, Grant Mineral WV Garrett MD County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV - 15 miles long (Gormania to Kitzmiller) Potomac River - North Branch, Mineral WV Allegany MD County , 10 miles away, Class I-II - 7.5 miles long (Bloomington to Keyser) Savage River, Garrett County , 11 miles away, Class II(IV) - 12.5 miles long (Avilton Lonaconing Road to Head of Savage Reservoir)   Ski Areas Near Potomac River - North Branch: Wisp, Maryland , 17 miles away, 700 vertical feet Timberline, West Virginia , 26 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 28 miles away, 850 vertical feet Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 35 miles away, 754 vertical feet Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 36 miles away, 610 vertical feet The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 41 miles away, 940 vertical feet Bryce Resort, Virginia , 41 miles away, 500 vertical feet Massanutten, Virginia , 60 miles away, 1110 vertical feet Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 63 miles away, 1072 vertical feet Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 71 miles away, 180 vertical feet   Hotels Near Potomac River - North Branch: Comfort Inn Grantsville, Grantsville , 15 miles away Comfort Inn At Deep Creek Lake, Mchenry , 17 miles away Wisp Resort, Mchenry , 17 miles away Hampton Inn Frostburg MD, Frostburg , 21 miles away Days Inn And Suites Frostburg, Frostburg , 21 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Potomac River - North Branch: Deep Creek Lake State Park, Swanton, 12 miles away New Germany State Park, Grantsville, 12 miles away Double G Campground, Mc Henry, 14 miles away   National Parks Near Potomac River - North Branch: Shenandoah National Park, Luray - VA , 63 miles away   Lakes Near Potomac River - North Branch