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Virginia whitewater, Rappahannock River
Fauquier Culpeper
county,
Kellys Ford to Motts Run section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I-II 24 miles
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There is also another pit in point at a spot called Elies Ford road, and that is a 14 mile trip great scenery. Also even though it is a class I and II river. It is easier to use a kayak also during the summer you will want a kayak because of the extream low water in some spots. Says Zac
The starting point is not too far from Richmond, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. The wonderful |
Fauquier/ Culpeper County scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water make the trip here worthwhile. The average Virginia whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states,
| so don't forget that quite a few of the sections in this state are pretty easy. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This section is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so pack your | |
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sleeping bag. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good rivers. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Kellys Ford to
Motts Run section is just one of many. This section of Rappahannock River in Virginia is 24 miles long and it is classified as a class I-II section by American Whitewater.
Briefly about the general area: During
your trip to Rappahannock River you'll meet some people from Richardsville for sure; do take a hike on the Jackson Trail. During the warm days of summer here at Rappahannock River, high temperatures commonly reach the 80's.
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Rappahannock River, Kellys Ford to Motts Run 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 Rappahannock River. |
| Whitewater Near Rappahannock River:
Rapidan River, Spotsylvania/ Culpepper County, 3 miles away Class II - 15 miles long (Route 610 to Motts Run) |
Rappahannock River, Fauquier/ Culpeper County, 9 miles away Class I-II - 24 miles long (Kellys Ford to Motts Run) |
Rappahannock River, Fauquier/ Culpeper County, 9 miles away Class I-III - 4.5 miles long (Motts Run to Fredericksburg) |
Aquia Creek, Stafford County, 13 miles away Class II - 10.5 miles long (Rt. 610 to US 1) |
Rappahannock River, Fauquier/ Culpeper County, 13 miles away Class II+ - 4.5 miles long (Remington to Kellys Ford) |
Broad Run, Prince William County, 20 miles away Class I-II - 14 miles long (Route 675 to Route 28 South of Manassas) |
Quantico Creek, Prince William County, 23 miles away Class II-III - 4 miles long (Trail 7 to Dumfries) |
Broad Run, Prince William County, 24 miles away Class I-II - 5 miles long (Beverly Mills to Buckland) |
Broad Run, Fauquier County, 24 miles away Class III-IV - 1 miles long (Route 628 to Beverly Mills) |
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| Ski Areas Near Rappahannock River:
Massanutten, Virginia
, 76 miles away, 1110 foot drop, 8 lifts, 14 runs |
Ski Liberty, Pennsylvania
, 77 miles away, 620 foot drop, 8 lifts, 16 runs |
Bryce Resort, Virginia
, 80 miles away, 500 foot drop, 5 lifts, 8 runs |
Wintergreen, Virginia
, 93 miles away, 1003 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs |
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| Marinas Near Rappahannock River:
Lake Anna Beach Marina, Spotsylvania
, 12 miles away |
Rocky Branch Marina and Campground, Spotsylvania
, 19 miles away |
Anna Point Marina, Mineral
, 20 miles away |
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| Hotels Near Rappahannock River:
Affordable Suites Fredericksburg, Fredericksburg
, 9 miles away |
Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Fredericksburg, VA, Fredericksburg
, 11 miles away |
Homewood Suites By Hilton Fredericksburg, Fredericksburg
, 11 miles away |
Americas Best Value Inn North Fredericksburg, Fredericksburg
, 11 miles away |
Sleep Inn Fredericksburg, Fredericksburg
, 11 miles away |
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| Public Lands Near Rappahannock River:
Prince William Forest Park, Triangle - VA
, 24 miles away |
Wolf Trap Farm Park, Vienna - VA
, 40 miles away |
Lake Anna State Park, Virginia
, 19 miles away |
Purse State Park, Maryland
, 28 miles away |
Leesylvania State Park, Virginia
, 30 miles away |
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| Lakes Near Rappahannock River
Lake of the Woods, Orange
, 7 miles away |
Motts Run Reservoir, Spotsylvania
, 9 miles away |
Abel Lake, Stafford
, 12 miles away |
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