West Virginia whitewater - Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, Pendleton County Pendleton county, Cherry Grove to Riverton section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     9.8 miles   The scenic beauty of West Virginia and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so better not forget that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. 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. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while will     have you coming back for more. This section of Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch in Pendleton County is 9.8 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class I-II section of whitewater. There are so many stretches to paddle in this river system, the Cherry Grove to Riverton stretch is just one of many. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of spots for that. This is a pretty decent length section, it's good length for a morning trip. Briefly about the general area: High temperatures at Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch during the warm days of summer are in the 80's, and the overnight is somewhat colder of course, generally in the 50's. Daytime highs through the winter are in the 30's with temperatures at Potomac   River - North Fork of South Branch dipping down into the 10's through winter nights. Going for a hike on the Horton Riverton Trail is always a tremendous adventure. Go for a hike on the High Meadows Trail, and close by you come across Riverton Gap which is a perfect location to visit. Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch typically gets much rain; all through July this area sees the most rain, and February meanwhile is the driest month. Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, Cherry Grove to Riverton road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II Length: 9.8 miles Average Gradient: 45 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.63722 Longitude: -79.52084 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.83388 Longitude: -79.37195 Paddler input for Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, West Virginia: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, West Virginia Local climate location: ELKINS WSO AP 11 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Canaan Valley Resort and Conf Ctr, Davis 21 miles away Canaan Valley Resort and Conference Center is four-season resort offering ski, snowboarding, tubing, cross-country skiing and ice-skating in the winter and golf, geocaching, Eurogbunge, climbing wall,... Red Carpet Inn Bartow, Bartow 26 miles away Northern Pocahontas County, West Virginia is fast becoming a mini vacation location. We are located within 20 miles of some of the areas best known attractions such as the Cass Scenic Railroad, Snowsh... Econo Lodge Elkins, Elkins 29 miles away Pet accommodation: 10.00 per stay, per pet up to 2 pets....   All West Virginia Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in West Virginia. Books about whitewater paddling on Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, West Virginia List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, 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 Staunton-Waynesboro, Virginia Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Staunton-Waynesboro, Virginia, the metro area neareast to Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch.   Whitewater Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, Pendleton County , 4 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 7.6 miles long (Riverton to Seneca Rocks) Seneca Creek, Pendleton County , 5 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 13 miles long (Judy Springs to Forest Service Campground) Seneca Creek, Pendleton County , 6 miles away, Class III - 6.2 miles long (Forest Service Campground to Route 28) Waites Run, Pendleton County , 7 miles away, Class IV - 1.8 miles long (Up Forest Service Road to Seneca Creek) Big Run River, Pendleton County , 9 miles away, Class II+ - 3.7 miles long (Confluence with Teeter Camp Run to Cherry Grove) Potomac River - South Branch, Pendleton County , 9 miles away, Class I-II - 10.1 miles long (CR 23 to Ruddle) Gandy Creek, Randolph County , 9 miles away, Class III - 13.6 miles long (Sinks outlet to Cheat River Dry Fork) Potomac River - South Branch, Highland VA/ Pendleton WV County , 10 miles away, Class I-II - 13.4 miles long (state line to CR 23) Cheat River - Dry Fork, Randolph County , 11 miles away, Class I-III - 12 miles long (Confluence of Gandy Creek to CR 32/4 bridge over Dry Fork) Cheat River - Dry Fork, Randolph County , 11 miles away, Class II - 2 miles long (2 miles above confluence of Gandy Creek to Gandy Creek)   Ski Areas Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 15 miles away, 850 vertical feet Timberline, West Virginia , 17 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Snowshoe, West Virginia , 41 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Wisp, Maryland , 45 miles away, 610 vertical feet Bryce Resort, Virginia , 47 miles away, 500 vertical feet The Homestead, Virginia , 51 miles away, 700 vertical feet Massanutten, Virginia , 51 miles away, 1100 vertical feet Wintergreen, Virginia , 56 miles away, 1003 vertical feet Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 70 miles away, 750 vertical feet Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 72 miles away, 610 vertical feet   Hotels Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Hickory Hill Cabins & Motel, Franklin , 8 miles away Thompson's Motel, Franklin , 9 miles away Brandywine Motel & Trailer Crt, Brandywine , 17 miles away Windwood Fly In Resort, Davis , 17 miles away Leben Wider Lodge, Davis , 18 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Yokum's Vacationland and Princess Snowbird's Indian Village, Seneca Rocks, 4 miles away Judy Springs Campground, Pendleton County, 5 miles away Seneca Campground, Pendleton County, 7 miles away   Trails Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Horton Riverton Trail, Pendleton County , 4 miles away High Meadows Trail, Pendleton County , 4 miles away Lumberjack Trail, Pendleton County , 4 miles away Horton Trail, Pendleton County , 5 miles away Judy Springs Trail, Pendleton County , 5 miles away   National Parks Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Shenandoah National Park, Luray - VA , 69 miles away