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Virginia whitewater, Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary
Shenandoah
county,
Liberty Furnace to North Fork Shenandoah section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I-III 15.5 miles
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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. | |
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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.
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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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These outdoors activities are available near Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary. |
| Whitewater Near Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary:
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) |
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) |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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