West Virginia whitewater, Big Beaver Creek Nicholas county, Craigsville to Gauley River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V+     4.5 miles   This section of Big Beaver Creek in Nicholas County is 4.5 miles long and is a class IV-V+ section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers here a bit more forgiving, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. The put-in is not too far from Oak Hill, if you're not familiar with the area     there's a road map further down the page. This is a pretty decent length section, it's perfect for a one day trip. 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. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling places. The Craigsville to Gauley River section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. The wonderful   West Virginia scenery and the cool fresh water make the trip here worthwhile. Briefly about the general area: Go for a hike on the Perry Ridge Trail; if you're stopping by from Calvin, you won't be the only one. Good hiking is available along the Harris Siding Trail. A good deal of rain falls at Big Beaver Creek. Most of the rain falls through July; January is when it's the driest. Summertime at Big Beaver Creek comes with high temperatures in the 80's. For the duration of the dark hours of summer temperatures descend down into the 60's. During the winter highs are regularly in the 40's while the cold winter nights at Big Beaver Creek are in the 20's. Big Beaver Creek, Craigsville to Gauley 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 Big Beaver Creek.   Whitewater Near Big Beaver Creek: Big Beaver Creek, Nicholas County, 2 miles away       Class IV-V+ - 4.5 miles long (Craigsville to Gauley River) Gauley River, Nicholas County, 4 miles away       Class II-III(IV) - 8.4 miles long (Curtin Bridge to confluence with Big Beaver Creek) Panther Creek, Nicholas County, 5 miles away       Class III-IV - 3.3 miles long (Confluence with Jim's Branch to confluence with Gauley River) Gauley River, Webster/Nicholas County, 7 miles away       Class I-II - 9.8 miles long (Camden-0n-Gauley to Curtin Bridge) Hominy Creek, Nicholas County, 9 miles away       Class II-IV - 12 miles long (Hominy Falls to Mt. Nebo) Birch River, Webster/Nicholas County, 9 miles away       Class II+(IV) - 8.8 miles long (Boggs to Birch River) Muddlety Creek, Nicholas County, 10 miles away       Class III-IV - 4.5 miles long (West Virginia 41 to Summersville Lake) Little Birch River, Braxton County, 10 miles away       Class I-II - 3.6 miles long (US 19 to confluence of Birch River) Laurel Creek - Cherry Tributary, Nicholas County, 10 miles away       Class III+(V) - 5.3 miles long (Jetsville to Fenwick) Brushy Meadow Creek, Nicholas County, 11 miles away       Class III-IV+ - 1.5 miles long (Falls at Leivasy to confluence with Hominy Creek)   Ski Areas Near Big Beaver Creek: Winterplace, West Virginia , 49 miles away, 603 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs Snowshoe, West Virginia , 49 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs The Homestead, Virginia , 60 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 95 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs Timberline, West Virginia , 98 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs   Marinas Near Big Beaver Creek: Summersville Lake Marina, Summersville , 11 miles away Bee Run Docks, Sutton , 19 miles away   Hotels Near Big Beaver Creek: Hampton Inn Summersville, Summersville , 9 miles away Sleep Inn Summersville, Summersville , 10 miles away Quality Inn Summersville, Summersville , 10 miles away Super 8 Summersville, Summersville , 10 miles away La Quinta Inn & Suites Summersville, Summersville , 10 miles away   Campgrounds Near Big Beaver Creek: Summersville Music Park Campground, Summersville, 5 miles away Camp Caesar, Cowen, 11 miles away Big Rock Campground, Nicholas County, 12 miles away   Trails Near Big Beaver Creek: Perry Ridge Trail, Nicholas , 8 miles away Harris Siding Trail, Nicholas , 8 miles away Hinkle Branch Trail, Nicholas , 10 miles away Cranberry Ridge Trail, Webster , 13 miles away Adkin Rockhouse Trail, Webster , 13 miles away   Public Lands Near Big Beaver Creek: Bluestone National Scenic River, Glen Jean - WV , 39 miles away Gauley River National Recreation Area, Glen Jean - WV , 39 miles away Babcock State Park, West Virginia , 27 miles away Hawks Nest State Park, West Virginia , 31 miles away Holly River State Park, West Virginia , 32 miles away   Lakes Near Big Beaver Creek Summersville Lake, Nicholas , 15 miles away Sutton Lake, Braxton , 19 miles away