West Virginia whitewater - Potomac River - South Branch, Hardy/ Hampshire County
Hardy/ Hampshire
county,
US 220 Bridge north of Moorefield to Harmison's Landing section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I-II 11 miles
The US 220 Bridge north of Moorefield to Harmison's Landing stretch of Potomac River - South Branch in Hardy/ Hampshire County is 11 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-II section. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in West Virginia are often more forgiving than in other states, so keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. The put-in location is a short drive from Cumberland, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The natural beauty of West Virginia and the cool fresh
water beats anything. There are plenty of other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. You can enjoy this stretch more if you take your time, so pack your camping stuff. A good workout and spending some quality time
in nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling places. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.
Briefly about the general area: A common amount of rainfall falls here at Potomac River - South Branch; most of the rain falls during July; February meanwhile is the driest month. A delightful place right next door to Potomac River - South Branch is Falling
Springs Gap, and Welton Spring is always fun to check out. Through the warmest time of the year highs here at Potomac River - South Branch reach the 80's, and the overnight is a little colder of course, typically in the 50's. High temperatures through the wintertime are normally in the 30's, and winter nights come with lows in the 10's to Potomac River - South Branch.
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These outdoors activities are available near Potomac River - South Branch.
Potomac River - South Fork of the South Branch, Hardy
County
, 10 miles away, Class I-II - 12.2 miles long (Confluence of Shooks Run to Confluence of South Branch)
Potomac River - South Branch, Grant/ Hardy
County
, 11 miles away, Class I-II - 18.8 miles long (US 220 South of Petersburg to US 220 North of Moorefield)
Patterson Creek - North Fork, Grant
County
, 14 miles away, Class I-III - 8.2 miles long (Scherr to Dam)
New Creek, Mineral
County
, 15 miles away, Class I-II - 9 miles long (Intersection of US220 and West Virginia 93 to Keyser)
Lost River, Hampshire
County
, 15 miles away, Class I-II - 15 miles long (Lost River to West Virginia 55/259)
North River, Hardy/ Hampshire
County
, 15 miles away, Class II-IV - 4.5 miles long (Grassy Lick Run to Rio at West Virginia 29 bridge)
Lunice Creek, Grant
County
, 16 miles away, Class I-II - 7.3 miles long (West Virginia 42 to US220)
Lunice Creek - North Fork, Grant
County
, 17 miles away, Class I-III - 6 miles long (Confluence of Shell Run to confluence of North Fork and South Fork)
Potomac River - North Branch, Mineral WV Allegany MD
County
, 18 miles away, Class I-II - 7.5 miles long (Bloomington to Keyser)
Potomac River - North Branch, Mineral WV Garrett MD
County
, 18 miles away, Class II-III - 6.5 miles long (Barnum West Virginia to Bloomington Maryland)