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West Virginia whitewater, Cheat River - Shavers Fork
Randolph
county,
MCamp Groundee Run to Bemis section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS III-V 13 miles
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If you're coming from Morgantown it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. This section of Cheat River - Shavers Fork in West Virginia is 13 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class III-V section. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near. There are plenty of other |
stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in West Virginia is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that quite a few of the sections in
| this state are pretty easy. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way around here you'll find a large number of good places. The natural beauty of West Virginia and the playfulness of the water have people coming here. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. And of course, there | |
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are campgrounds nearby.
Briefly about the general area: Why not take a refreshing hike along the County Line Trail; spots like Monongahela National Forest are good to stop at. Cheat River - Shavers Fork is right
by the North South Trail, and at Cheat River - Shavers Fork you always meet someone from Durbin. Lots of fun awaits you along this river. A visit to High Falls will fill your soul with perfect feelings. The warmest time
of the year at Cheat River - Shavers Fork comes with high temperatures in the 80's while overnight lows are commonly in the 50's. All through the wintertime this place gets highs in the 30's while the cold winter nights at Cheat River - Shavers Fork are in the 10's.
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Cheat River - Shavers Fork, MCamp Groundee Run to Bemis 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 Cheat River - Shavers Fork. |
| Ski Areas Near Cheat River - Shavers Fork:
Snowshoe, West Virginia
, 23 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs |
Canaan Valley, West Virginia
, 28 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs |
Timberline, West Virginia
, 31 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs |
The Homestead, Virginia
, 43 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs |
Wisp, Maryland
, 52 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs |
Bryce Resort, Virginia
, 71 miles away, 500 foot drop, 5 lifts, 8 runs |
Massanutten, Virginia
, 74 miles away, 1110 foot drop, 8 lifts, 14 runs |
Wintergreen, Virginia
, 74 miles away, 1003 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs |
Seven Springs, Pennsylvania
, 76 miles away, 754 foot drop, 15 lifts, 31 runs |
Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania
, 79 miles away, 610 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs |
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| Hotels Near Cheat River - Shavers Fork:
Super 8 Elkins, Elkins
, 8 miles away |
Hampton Inn Elkins, Elkins
, 8 miles away |
Iron Road Inn, Elkins
, 10 miles away |
Holiday Inn Express & Suites ELKINS, Elkins
, 10 miles away |
ELKINS INN AND SUITES, Elkins
, 11 miles away |
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| Trails Near Cheat River - Shavers Fork:
County Line Trail, Randolph
, 3 miles away |
North South Trail, Pocahontas
, 4 miles away |
Beulah Trail, Randolph
, 4 miles away |
Chaffey Trail, Randolph
, 5 miles away |
Camp Five Trail, Randolph
, 5 miles away |
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