West Virginia whitewater, Gauley River Webster county, Confluence with South Fork to confluence with Turkey Fork section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     9.5 miles   The average West Virginia whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master than those in other states, so don't forget that rivers in this state are less demanding. The nature scenery of Webster County and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. This section of Gauley River in Webster County is 9.5 miles long and is a class II-III section of whitewater according to American Whitewater.     Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good spots for that around here. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. The Confluence with South Fork to confluence with Turkey Fork section is one of many paddling sections in this river system. The starting location is a short drive from Clarksburg, as you can see on the road map further down. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. A good workout and spending some quality time in nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. Briefly about the   general area: There's glorious hiking along the Turkey Mountain Trail, and a magnificent place nearby is Rocky Hollow. Good hiking is available along the County Line Trail; the good folks of Bergoo like to hang out close by. This river is always fun. Don't leave Gauley River without dropping by Holly River State Park. Gauley River commonly gets lots of rain. Through July this area sees the most rain while October is commonly the driest month. At Gauley River through the warm months highs are in the 80's. For the duration of the dark hours of summer temperatures fall down into the 50's. Gauley River, Confluence with South Fork to confluence with Turkey Fork 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 Gauley River.   Whitewater Near Gauley River: Leatherwood Creek, Webster County, 4 miles away       Class III-IV - 3.3 miles long (Forks of creek to Bergoo) Elk River, Webster County, 4 miles away       Class II-III(IV) - 11.6 miles long (Bergoo to Webster Springs) Gauley River, Webster County, 4 miles away       Class II-III - 9.5 miles long (Confluence with South Fork to confluence with Turkey Fork) Gauley River, Webster County, 4 miles away       Class I-II - 8.3 miles long (Confluence with Turkey Fork to Bolair) Williams River, Pocahontas/Webster County, 6 miles away       Class III-IV - 11 miles long (Tea Creek to Three Forks of Williams) Williams River, Pocahontas/Webster County, 7 miles away       Class II-III - 10 miles long (Three Forks of Williams to Gauley River) Elk River - Back Fork, Webster County, 7 miles away       Class II+ - 5.8 miles long (Big Sycamore to Webster Springs) Tea Creek, Pocahontas County, 7 miles away       Class IV-V - 2.9 miles long (Confluence of Right Fork to confluence with Williams River) Elk River - Back Fork, Webster County, 8 miles away       Class II-IV - 4.6 miles long (Confluence of Sugar Creek to Big Sycamore) Sugar Creek, Webster County, 8 miles away       Class II-III(IV) - 1.8 miles long (Confluence of Little Sugar Creek to confluence of Back Fork of Elk)   Ski Areas Near Gauley River: Snowshoe, West Virginia , 22 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs The Homestead, Virginia , 38 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 68 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs Timberline, West Virginia , 71 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs Winterplace, West Virginia , 72 miles away, 603 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs Wisp, Maryland , 89 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs Wintergreen, Virginia , 97 miles away, 1003 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs   Hotels Near Gauley River: Serenity Now, Snowshoe , 15 miles away Days Inn & Suites Sutton Flatwoods, Sutton , 30 miles away Hampton Inn Buckhannon, Buckhannon , 30 miles away Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Buckhannon, Buckhannon , 32 miles away Quality Inn Weston, Weston , 34 miles away   Campgrounds Near Gauley River: Williams River RUA Site D2, Bergoo, 6 miles away Tea Creek Campground, Pocahontas County, 6 miles away Williams River RUA Site D4, Buckeye, 8 miles away   Trails Near Gauley River: County Line Trail, Pocahontas , 4 miles away Turkey Mountain Trail, Webster , 4 miles away Twin Branch Trail, Webster , 5 miles away District Line Trail, Pocahontas , 5 miles away Big Beechy Trail, Pocahontas , 5 miles away   Public Lands Near Gauley River: Bluestone National Scenic River, Glen Jean - WV , 66 miles away Gauley River National Recreation Area, Glen Jean - WV , 66 miles away Holly River State Park, West Virginia , 14 miles away Watoga State Park, West Virginia , 20 miles away Cass Railroad State Park, West Virginia , 26 miles away   Golf Courses Near Gauley River: Mountain View Golf Course, Webster Springs , 9 miles away Raven Golf Club at Snowshoe, Snowshoe , 18 miles away