West Virginia whitewater - Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, Pendleton County Pendleton county, Riverton to Seneca Rocks section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II(III)     7.6 miles   This section of Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch is 7.6 miles long and is a class I-II(III) section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The average West Virginia whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master than those in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. The scenic beauty of West Virginia and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. The campgrounds here at Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch are pretty good. This is not the only paddling section in     this river system, there are others too. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. This is a pretty decent length section, good for a one day paddling trip. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good spots. Getting some good exercise and just hanging out with mother nature will have you coming back for more. Briefly about the general area: If you come to this river you will have a good time for sure. McDonald Springs is always fun to check out; you might also want to pay a visit to Mexico Hollow since you're here at Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch. During the summertime highs here at Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch reach the 80's. Once the sun is down it plunges down to the   50's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 30's; during the dark hours in the winter at Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch temperatures fall to the 10's. Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch ordinarily gets much precipitation; the wettest month of the year is regularly July, that's the one that rains the most while February is the month with the least amount of precipitation. Put some time aside to spend at Judy Spring if you're here at Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, and don't leave Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch without first going for a hike along the North Mountain Trail. Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, Riverton to Seneca Rocks road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II(III) Length: 7.6 miles Average Gradient: 30 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.7424 Longitude: -79.43471 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 38.8483 Longitude: -79.3736 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: PARSONS 14 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Canaan Valley Resort and Conf Ctr, Davis 18 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 30 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 30 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 Harrisonburg, Virginia Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Harrisonburg, 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: Seneca Creek, Pendleton County , 3 miles away, Class III - 6.2 miles long (Forest Service Campground to Route 28) Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, Pendleton County , 4 miles away, Class I-II - 9.8 miles long (Cherry Grove to Riverton) Seneca Creek, Pendleton County , 6 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 13 miles long (Judy Springs to Forest Service Campground) Waites Run, Pendleton County , 7 miles away, Class IV - 1.8 miles long (Up Forest Service Road to Seneca Creek) Potomac River - South Branch, Pendleton County , 8 miles away, Class I-II - 8 miles long (Ruddle to US 220) Potomac River - South Branch, Pendleton County , 9 miles away, Class I-II - 10.1 miles long (CR 23 to Ruddle) Red Creek, Tucker/ Randolph County , 10 miles away, Class III-IV - 6.9 miles long (D4149 North Branch Bridge to confluence with Dry Fork) Red Creek, Tucker County , 10 miles away, Class V+ - 7.2 miles long (Red Creek Recreation Area to North Branch Bridge) Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, Pendelton/Grant County , 10 miles away, Class I-III - 9.6 miles long (Seneca Rocks to Head of Hopeville Canyon) Potomac River - South Branch, Pendleton/ Grant County , 10 miles away, Class I-II+(III) - 9 miles long (US 220 to Big Bend Campground)   Ski Areas Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 12 miles away, 850 vertical feet Timberline, West Virginia , 13 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Wisp, Maryland , 41 miles away, 610 vertical feet Bryce Resort, Virginia , 44 miles away, 500 vertical feet Snowshoe, West Virginia , 45 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Massanutten, Virginia , 50 miles away, 1100 vertical feet The Homestead, Virginia , 55 miles away, 700 vertical feet Wintergreen, Virginia , 57 miles away, 1003 vertical feet Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 67 miles away, 750 vertical feet Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 69 miles away, 610 vertical feet   Hotels Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Canaan Valley Resort and Conf Ctr, Davis , 18 miles away Red Carpet Inn Bartow, Bartow , 30 miles away Econo Lodge Elkins, Elkins , 30 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites ELKINS, Elkins , 31 miles away Americas Best Value Inn, Elkins , 31 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Yokum's Vacationland and Princess Snowbird's Indian Village, Seneca Rocks, 0 miles away Seneca Campground, Pendleton County, 5 miles away Judy Springs Campground, Pendleton County, 8 miles away   Trails Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: North Mountain Trail, Pendleton County , 4 miles away High Meadows Trail, Pendleton County , 7 miles away Little Allegheny Trail, Pendleton County , 7 miles away Lumberjack Trail, Pendleton County , 7 miles away Horton Riverton Trail, Pendleton County , 7 miles away   National Parks Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Shenandoah National Park, Luray - VA , 66 miles away