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Shenandoah county, Liberty Furnace to North Fork Shenandoah section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-III     15.5 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that rivers in this state are not as hard as elsewhere. The Liberty Furnace to North Fork Shenandoah stretch of Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary is 15.5 miles long and has been rated as a class I-III section by American Whitewater. The beautiful scenery of Shenandoah County and the
    playfulness of the water make the trip here worthwhile. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. There are a few
other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. This section is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so pack your sleeping bag. No need to look hard for hotels, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. Whitewater paddling here in the Blue Ridge Mountains is a great experience. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good spots for that around here.  
The put-in is not too far from Winchester, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that.

Briefly about the general area:
Don't leave Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary without first going for a hike along the Stony Creek Trail. The skiing at Bryce Resort is splendid, and great hiking is available along the Little Sluice Mountain Trail. This river is so perfect. A trip to Shenandoah National Park is recommended, and the fine people of Edinburg like to hang out close by. Ridge Hollow is near Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary and is absolutely a nice place to pop by.

Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary, Liberty Furnace to North Fork Shenandoah road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

   

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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary.
 Whitewater Near Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary:
Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary, Shenandoah County, 5 miles away
      Class I-III - 15.5 miles long (Liberty Furnace to North Fork Shenandoah)
Waites Run, Hardy County, 9 miles away
      Class II-IV - 6.8 miles long (Wilson Cove to West Virginia 55)
Trout Run, Hardy County, 9 miles away
      Class II-IV - 7 miles long (Halfmoon Trail to West Virginia 55/259 bridge)
Passage Creek, Warren County, 9 miles away
      Class I-II - 21 miles long (Kings Crossing Road to Elizabeth Furnace)
Mill Creek - Shenandoah Tributary, Shenandoah County, 10 miles away
      Class I-III - 7 miles long (Route 42 to North Fork Shenandoah River)
Shenandoah River - South Fork, Page/ Warren County, 12 miles away
      Class I-II - 27.5 miles long (Route 675 to Bentonville)
Lost River, Hardy County, 12 miles away
      Class II-III(IV) - 6 miles long (West Virginia 55/259 to West Virginia 259)
Cedar Creek, Shenandoah / Frederick County, 14 miles away
      Class II - 9 miles long (Above Route 55)
Lost River, Hampshire County, 14 miles away
      Class I-II - 15 miles long (Lost River to West Virginia 55/259)
North River, Hardy/ Hampshire County, 18 miles away
      Class II-IV - 4.5 miles long (Grassy Lick Run to Rio at West Virginia 29 bridge)
 Ski Areas Near Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary:
Bryce Resort, Virginia , 10 miles away, 500 foot drop, 5 lifts, 8 runs
Massanutten, Virginia , 26 miles away, 1110 foot drop, 8 lifts, 14 runs
Wintergreen, Virginia , 55 miles away, 1003 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs
Timberline, West Virginia , 55 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs
Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 57 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs
Wisp, Maryland , 64 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs
Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 78 miles away, 1072 foot drop, 7 lifts, 34 runs
Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 79 miles away, 610 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs
Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 79 miles away, 754 foot drop, 15 lifts, 31 runs
The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 80 miles away, 940 foot drop, 5 lifts, 21 runs
 Hotels Near Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary:
Hampton Inn And Suites Woodstock, Woodstock , 6 miles away
Econo Lodge Woodstock, Woodstock , 6 miles away
Holiday Inn Express WOODSTOCK-SHENANDOAH VALLEY, Woodstock , 6 miles away
Comfort Inn Woodstock, Woodstock , 7 miles away
Quality Inn Shenandoah Valley, New Market , 11 miles away
 Campgrounds Near Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary:
Big Stony Family Campgrounds, Edinburg, 1 miles away
Creekside Campground, Edinburg, 4 miles away
Wolf Gap, Lost City, 7 miles away
 Trails Near Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary:
Stony Creek Trail, Shenandoah , 6 miles away
Little Sluice Mountain Trail, Shenandoah , 6 miles away
Mill Mountain Trail, Hardy , 6 miles away
Mill Mountain Trail, Shenandoah , 7 miles away
Little Fort Trail, Shenandoah , 7 miles away
 Public Lands Near Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary:
Shenandoah National Park, Luray - VA , 15 miles away
Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Harpers Ferry - WV , 64 miles away
Lost River State Park, West Virginia , 20 miles away
Shenandoah River Andy Guest State Park, Virginia , 21 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary:
Bryce Golf Course, Basye , 10 miles away
Glade Springs Resort Golf Course, Daniels , 12 miles away
Caverns Golf Course, Luray , 14 miles away
 Lakes Near Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary
Woodstock Reservoir, Shenandoah , 9 miles away
Lake Laura, Shenandoah , 12 miles away
Warden Lake, Hardy , 15 miles away

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