West Virginia whitewater - Second Creek, Monroe/ Greenbrier County Monroe/ Greenbrier county, US 219 to confluence with Greenbrier River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     8.8 miles   The starting location is a reasonable drive from Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The beautiful scenery of West Virginia and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream make the trip here worthwhile. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. This section of Second Creek in Monroe/ Greenbrier County is 8.8 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class I-II section of whitewater. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great     reasons to come. The US 219 to confluence with Greenbrier River section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. This stretch has has enough mileage, suitable for an afternoon trip. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in West Virginia are often easier than in other states, so better not forget that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Briefly about the general area: High temperatures at Second Creek during the summertime months are in the 70's, and through the night it cools down to the 50's.   For the period of the winter this place gets highs in the 30's; winter nights come with lows in the 10's to Second Creek. Second Creek is a relatively wet place usually with much rain; July is the wettest month with most rain, and January is the month with the least moisture. Put some time aside to spend at Big Spring since you're here at Second Creek. Second Creek, US 219 to confluence with Greenbrier River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II Length: 8.8 miles Average Gradient: 25 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 37.68389 Longitude: -80.4562 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 37.72489 Longitude: -80.52421 Paddler input for Second Creek, West Virginia: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Second Creek, West Virginia Local climate location: MC ROSS 6 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites LEWISBURG, Lewisburg 7 miles away Brand new hotel in Lewisburg, West Virginia boasts excellent facilities. Come and stay at our new Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in Lewisburg near the Greenbrier Valley Airport. Our hotel in Le... Lewisburg Super 8 Motel, Lewisburg 7 miles away Set amid the Allegheny Mountains, in an area rich in history and natural beauty, Lewisburg beckons to the traveler seeking an array of outdoor adventures. With natural wonders that provide for a wide ... Relax Inn Lewisburg, Staunton 8 miles away The Relax Inn in historic Lewisburg is designed to make each guest feel at home by providing ultimate comfort and convenience. We offer spacious king and double/double, double queen rooms. Relax Inn L...   All West Virginia Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in West Virginia. Books about whitewater paddling on Second Creek, West Virginia List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Second Creek, 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 Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, Virginia Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Blacksburg-Christiansburg-Radford, Virginia, the metro area neareast to Second Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Second Creek.   Whitewater Near Second Creek: Second Creek, Monroe County , 2 miles away, Class I-III - 8.2 miles long (Hollywood to US 219 bridge) Muddy Creek - Greenbrier Tributary, Greenbrier County , 10 miles away, Class I-II - 5.5 miles long (Mill Creek Confluence to Greenbrier River confluence) Anthony Creek, Greenbrier County , 17 miles away, Class I-III - 5.4 miles long (Blue Bend Recreation Area to confluence of Greenbrier River) Dunlap Creek, Alleghany County , 19 miles away, Class II-IV - 26.5 miles long (Route 603 8.0 miles to Crows) Johns Creek, Craig County , 20 miles away, Class I-II - 21 miles long (Route 632 bridge to Route 311 bridge) Little Stony Creek, Giles County , 20 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 1.6 miles long (Cascades to USFS Parking Area) Spring Creek, Greenbrier County , 20 miles away, Class II-III - 6.4 miles long (Cordova to one mile below confluence of Robbins Run) Big Clear Creek, Greenbrier County , 21 miles away, Class III-V - 4.5 miles long (CR 1 bridge to Anjean) Stony Creek - New Tributary, Giles County , 21 miles away, Class III-V - 7 miles long (Route 635 to Route 684) Robbins Run, Greenbrier County , 22 miles away, Class III - 2.8 miles long (Confluence of Boggs Run to Confluence of Spring Creek)   Ski Areas Near Second Creek: Winterplace, West Virginia , 44 miles away, 603 vertical feet The Homestead, Virginia , 45 miles away, 700 vertical feet Snowshoe, West Virginia , 52 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 102 miles away, 850 vertical feet Timberline, West Virginia , 105 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Wintergreen, Virginia , 107 miles away, 1003 vertical feet Appalachian Mountain, North Carolina , 117 miles away, 365 vertical feet Massanutten, Virginia , 126 miles away, 1100 vertical feet Hawksnest, North Carolina , 126 miles away, 619 vertical feet Ski Beech, North Carolina , 127 miles away, 830 vertical feet   Hotels Near Second Creek: Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites LEWISBURG, Lewisburg , 7 miles away Lewisburg Super 8 Motel, Lewisburg , 7 miles away Relax Inn Lewisburg, Staunton , 8 miles away The Greenbrier, White Sulphur Springs , 14 miles away Holiday Inn Blacksburg, Va, Blacksburg , 26 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Second Creek: Organ Cave, Ronceverte, 2 miles away Greenbrier River Co, Ronceverte, 2 miles away Second Creek Campground, Ronceverte, 2 miles away   Trails Near Second Creek: Youngs Nature Trail, Greenbrier County , 10 miles away Virginias Walk Trail, Monroe County , 15 miles away Virginias Walk Trail, Monroe County , 15 miles away Falt Peter Trail, Giles County , 16 miles away South Boundary Trail, Greenbrier County , 16 miles away   National Parks Near Second Creek: Bluestone National Scenic River, Glen Jean - WV , 48 miles away Gauley River National Recreation Area, Glen Jean - WV , 48 miles away   Golf Courses Near Second Creek: Lewisburg Elks Country Club, Lewisburg , 5 miles away