West Virginia whitewater, Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary Fayette county, County 60/12 bridge to Meadow River confluence section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-V     2 miles   The starting point 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 section of Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary in Fayette County is 2 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III-V section. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in West Virginia tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so keep in mind that rivers in this state are not as hard     as elsewhere. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. A good workout and spending some quality time in nature are great reasons to come. This stretch is short so you'd better be prepared to walk your kayak back to put-in a few times. 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. There's camping available near Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary. This is not the only paddling section in this river system, there are others too. The natural beauty of West Virginia and the sparkling of the sunlight   on the water will make you feel great. Briefly about the general area: Everybody loves Babcock State Park, and if the weather is delightful, you can go for a hike along the Way Back Trail. You're sure to encounter some nice folks from Hico here; since you're here you can take a hike along the Carnifex Trail. This river is so great. Hawks Nest State Park is a great site to go if you're at Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary. Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary is a rather wet place generally with lots of rainfall. The month with most of the rain is July, and February on the other hand is the driest. Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary, County 60/12 bridge to Meadow River confluence 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 Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary.   Whitewater Near Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary: Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary, Fayette County, 1 miles away       Class III-V - 2 miles long (County 60/12 bridge to Meadow River confluence) Meadow River, Fayette/ Nicholas County, 2 miles away       Class IV-V+ - 5 miles long (Route 19 to confluence with Gauley River) Meadow River, Nicholas/Fayette County, 3 miles away       Class III-IV - 5 miles long (Nallen to Route 19 Bridge) Gauley River, Nicholas/ Fayette County, 6 miles away       Class IV-V - 9.8 miles long (Summersville Dam to Mason Branch) Manns Creek, Fayette County, 7 miles away       Class V+ - 1.7 miles long (Babcock State Park to confluence with Glade Creek) Gauley River, Nicholas/Fayette County, 7 miles away       Class III+(IV) - 5.5 miles long (Mason Branch to Bucklick Branch) Manns Creek, Fayette County, 8 miles away       Class V+ - 3.6 miles long (Confluence with Glade Creek to Confluence with New River) Keeney's Creek, Fayette County, 8 miles away       Class V+ - 0.75 miles long (to New River) Glade Creek - Manns Creek Tributary, Fayette County, 8 miles away       Class V+ - 1.9 miles long (Babcock State Park to confluence with Manns Creek) Gauley River, Nicholas/Fayette County, 10 miles away       Class III-IV(V) - 11 miles long (Bucklick Branch to Swiss)   Ski Areas Near Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary: Winterplace, West Virginia , 32 miles away, 603 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs Snowshoe, West Virginia , 67 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs The Homestead, Virginia , 73 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs   Marinas Near Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary: Summersville Lake Marina, Summersville , 10 miles away   Hotels Near Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary: Econo Lodge Summersville, Summersville , 10 miles away La Quinta Inn & Suites Summersville, Summersville , 11 miles away Super 8 Summersville, Summersville , 11 miles away Hampton Inn Summersville, Summersville , 12 miles away Sleep Inn Summersville, Summersville , 12 miles away   Campgrounds Near Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary: Wilderness RV Campground, Mt. Lookout, 2 miles away River Retreat, Hico, 3 miles away Ray's Campground, Hico, 3 miles away   Trails Near Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary: Carnifex Trail, Nicholas , 4 miles away Way Back Trail, Nicholas , 11 miles away   Public Lands Near Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary: Bluestone National Scenic River, Glen Jean - WV , 21 miles away Gauley River National Recreation Area, Glen Jean - WV , 21 miles away Babcock State Park, West Virginia , 8 miles away Hawks Nest State Park, West Virginia , 14 miles away Little Beaver State Park, West Virginia , 23 miles away   Golf Courses Near Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary: Bridge Haven Golf Club, Fayetteville , 13 miles away Hawks Nest Golf Course, Gauley Bridge , 19 miles away   Lakes Near Glade Creek - Meadow River Tributary Summersville Lake, Nicholas , 6 miles away