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Virginia whitewater, Back Creek - Jackson Tributary
Bath
county,
Bath County Pumped Storage Facility to Jackson River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I-III 17.5 miles
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The Bath County Pumped Storage Facility to Jackson River stretch of Back Creek - Jackson Tributary in Virginia is 17.5 miles long and has been rated as a class I-III section by American Whitewater. The starting point is not too far from Roanoke, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Virginia is often easier than elsewhere, so keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this |
state are quite easy. The beautiful scenery of Bath County and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. The campgrounds here at Back Creek - Jackson Tributary are pretty good. Getting some good exercise and
| spending some quality time in nature are great reasons to come. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so pack your sleeping bag. 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. This river system has a few good paddling stretches and the Bath County Pumped Storage Facility to Jackson River section is one of them. No matter | |
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if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good spots for that around here.
Briefly about the general area: Hiking along the Ellis Trail is glorious fun, and a great location is Sand Hollow. You
positively have to take a look at Seneca State Forest since you're here at Back Creek - Jackson Tributary, and why not head up to The Homestead and strap some skis to your feet. At this river you will always have a good
time. A tour to Douthat State Park when you're here at Back Creek - Jackson Tributary is never a bad idea, and going for a hike along the Katydid Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this neighborhood.
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Back Creek - Jackson Tributary, Bath County Pumped Storage Facility to Jackson River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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These outdoors activities are available near Back Creek - Jackson Tributary. |
| Whitewater Near Back Creek - Jackson Tributary:
Jackson River, Alleghany County, 12 miles away Class I-II - 42.5 miles long (Gathright Dam to James River) |
Wilson Creek, Alleghany County, 12 miles away Class II-III - 7.5 miles long (Douthat Park Dam to Jackson River) |
Greenbrier River, Pocahontas County, 14 miles away Class I-II - 8.7 miles long (Clover Lick to Laurel Run) |
Greenbrier River, Pocahontas County, 15 miles away Class I-II - 9.9 miles long (Laurel Run to Marlinton) |
Greenbrier River, Pocahontas County, 16 miles away Class I-II - 10 miles long (Cass to Clover Lick) |
Cowpasture River, Botetourt County, 16 miles away Class I-II - 13.5 miles long (Griffith to James River) |
Deer Creek, Pocahontas County, 16 miles away Class I-II - 5.4 miles long (Confluence with North Fork of Deer Creek to confluence with Greenbrier River) |
Jackson River, Bath/ Alleghany County, 17 miles away Class I-III - 28.5 miles long (Vinegar Run to Route 603) |
Bullpasture River, Highland\Bath County, 19 miles away Class III+ - 4 miles long (Rt. 678 to Cowpasture River) |
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| Ski Areas Near Back Creek - Jackson Tributary:
The Homestead, Virginia
, 8 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs |
Snowshoe, West Virginia
, 19 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs |
Canaan Valley, West Virginia
, 57 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs |
Timberline, West Virginia
, 59 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs |
Wintergreen, Virginia
, 64 miles away, 1003 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs |
Massanutten, Virginia
, 77 miles away, 1110 foot drop, 8 lifts, 14 runs |
Bryce Resort, Virginia
, 84 miles away, 500 foot drop, 5 lifts, 8 runs |
Wisp, Maryland
, 85 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs |
Winterplace, West Virginia
, 92 miles away, 603 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs |
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| Hotels Near Back Creek - Jackson Tributary:
The Omni Homestead Resort, Hot Springs
, 7 miles away |
Oak Tree Inn Low Moor, Low Moor
, 18 miles away |
Magnuson Hotel Mountain View, Covington
, 20 miles away |
Americas Best Value Inn Covington, Covington
, 20 miles away |
Hampton Inn Covington VA, Covington
, 20 miles away |
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| Trails Near Back Creek - Jackson Tributary:
Ellis Trail, Bath
, 4 miles away |
Katydid Trail, Bath
, 4 miles away |
McDonald Trail, Bath
, 4 miles away |
Winding Trail, Bath
, 5 miles away |
Ritchie Trail, Bath
, 5 miles away |
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| Public Lands Near Back Creek - Jackson Tributary:
Booker T Washington National Monument, Hardy - VA
, 52 miles away |
Douthat State Park, Virginia
, 13 miles away |
Seneca State Forest, West Virginia
, 13 miles away |
Cass Railroad State Park, West Virginia
, 19 miles away |
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