Virginia whitewater, Dry River Rockingham county, Lily to North River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-III     6 miles   This stretch of Dry River is 6 miles long and it is classified as a class I-III section by American Whitewater. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Virginia are often easier than in other states, so keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. The starting location is a short drive from Harrisonburg, as you can see on the road map further down. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby     campground. There are plenty of hotels here if you want to spend a night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling spots. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. On this section you do get some distance, it's perfect for a one day trip. The wonderful Virginia scenery and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. Briefly about the general area: Good hiking is available along the   Dictum Ridge Trail; if you're here you will meet lots of folks from close by Dayton. Don't leave Dry River without first going for a hike along the Second Mountain Trail. The warmest time of the year at Dry River comes with high temperatures in the 80's, and the nighttime is fairly chillier of course, ordinarily in the 50's. Highs during the winter are regularly in the 40's, and nighttime lows during the wintertime for Dry River tend to be in the 10's. The annual rainfall here at Dry River is about average. July is the wettest month with most rain while January is mostly the driest month. Dry River, Lily to North River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Dry River.   Whitewater Near Dry River: Dry River, Rockingham County, 2 miles away       Class I-III - 6 miles long (Lily to North River) Dry River, Rockingham County, 9 miles away       Class II-III - 10 miles long (Rt 33 to Route 613) Briery Branch, Rockingham County, 11 miles away       Class I-III - 10.5 miles long (Briery Branch Dam to North River) Little River - North R. Tributary, Augusta County, 12 miles away       Class III - 3 miles long (Hearthstone Dam to Bridge at Camp May Flather) North River, Augusta County, 15 miles away       Class II-IV - 26 miles long (Below Staunton Dam to Spring Creek) Shenandoah River - North Fork, Rockingham County, 16 miles away       Class I-III - 27.5 miles long (Route 921 to Route 730) Jennings Branch, Augusta County, 16 miles away       Class I-III - 8 miles long (Jennings Gap to Middle River) Middle River, Augusta County, 19 miles away       Class I-II - 25 miles long (Westview to Verona) Potomac River - South Fork of the South Branch, Pendleton/ Hardy County, 20 miles away       Class II-IV - 12.1 miles long (Fort Seybert to Milam) South River, Waynesboro City / Rockingham County, 21 miles away       Class I-II - 25 miles long (Waynesboro to Lynnwood)   Ski Areas Near Dry River: Massanutten, Virginia , 17 miles away, 1110 foot drop, 8 lifts, 14 runs Bryce Resort, Virginia , 26 miles away, 500 foot drop, 5 lifts, 8 runs Wintergreen, Virginia , 28 miles away, 1003 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs Timberline, West Virginia , 43 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 43 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs The Homestead, Virginia , 66 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs Wisp, Maryland , 66 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs Snowshoe, West Virginia , 68 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 89 miles away, 754 foot drop, 15 lifts, 31 runs Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 90 miles away, 610 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs   Hotels Near Dry River: Hampton Inn Harrisonburg - South, Harrisonburg , 6 miles away Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Harrisonburg, VA, Harrisonburg , 6 miles away Super 8 Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg , 6 miles away Holiday Inn Express HARRISONBURG, Harrisonburg , 6 miles away Ramada Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg , 6 miles away   Campgrounds Near Dry River: Natural Chimneys Regional Park, Mount Solon, 7 miles away Hone Quarry, Mount Solon, 10 miles away Stokesville Park Recreational, Mount Solon, 10 miles away   Trails Near Dry River: Second Mountain Trail, Rockingham , 6 miles away Dictum Ridge Trail, Rockingham , 7 miles away Mud Pond Gap Trail, Rockingham , 8 miles away Slate Springs Mountain Trail, Rockingham , 9 miles away Narrow Buck Trail, Augusta , 10 miles away   Public Lands Near Dry River: Shenandoah National Park, Luray - VA , 40 miles away Lost River State Park, West Virginia , 28 miles away   Golf Courses Near Dry River: Heritage Oaks Golf Course, Harrisonburg , 6 miles away Lakeview Golf Course, Harrisonburg , 11 miles away Ingleside Resort Golf & Conference Center, Staunton , 14 miles away