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West Virginia whitewater, Greenbrier River - West Fork
Pocahontas
county,
Burner to confluence of East Fork at Durbin section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I-II 7.9 miles
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If you're coming from Morgantown it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, as you can see on the road map further down. The Burner to confluence of East Fork at Durbin section of Greenbrier River - West Fork in West Virginia is 7.9 miles long and is a class I-II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The beautiful scenery of West Virginia and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water beats anything. The rivers |
for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less demanding. Some people prefer whitewater rafting
| and some kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. The Burner to confluence of East Fork at Durbin section is one of many paddling sections in this river system. This is a pretty decent length section, it's good length for a morning 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 | |
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because it is a very popular destination. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near.
Briefly about the general area: Don't leave Greenbrier River - West Fork
without visiting Cass Railroad State Park; folks from Durbin love to come here. Greenbrier River - West Fork is right by the Burner Mountain Trail, and Monongahela National Forest is worth visiting. This river is always
fun. Don't leave Greenbrier River - West Fork without first paying a visit to Cool Spring. You'll never forgive yourself if you don’t go skiing at Snowshoe while you're here.
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Greenbrier River - West Fork, Burner to confluence of East Fork at Durbin 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 Greenbrier River - West Fork. |
| Whitewater Near Greenbrier River - West Fork:
Greenbrier River, Pocahontas County, 2 miles away Class I-II - 7.7 miles long (Durbin to Hosterman) |
Cheat River - Shavers Fork, Pochantas / Randolph County, 4 miles away Class I-III - 11 miles long (US Route 250 to MCamp Groundee Run) |
Greenbrier River, Pocahontas County, 7 miles away Class I-II - 8.3 miles long (Hosterman to Cass) |
Greenbrier River - East Fork, Pocahontas County, 8 miles away Class I-II - 8.9 miles long (Island Campground to confluence with West Fork at Durbin) |
Little River, Pocahontas County, 9 miles away Class I-II - 3 miles long (FS 17 to Burner) |
Deer Creek, Pocahontas County, 10 miles away Class I-II - 5.4 miles long (Confluence with North Fork of Deer Creek to confluence with Greenbrier River) |
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| Ski Areas Near Greenbrier River - West Fork:
Snowshoe, West Virginia
, 15 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs |
The Homestead, Virginia
, 34 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs |
Canaan Valley, West Virginia
, 35 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs |
Timberline, West Virginia
, 38 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs |
Wisp, Maryland
, 61 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs |
Wintergreen, Virginia
, 71 miles away, 1003 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs |
Bryce Resort, Virginia
, 74 miles away, 500 foot drop, 5 lifts, 8 runs |
Massanutten, Virginia
, 74 miles away, 1110 foot drop, 8 lifts, 14 runs |
Seven Springs, Pennsylvania
, 85 miles away, 754 foot drop, 15 lifts, 31 runs |
Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania
, 88 miles away, 610 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs |
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| Hotels Near Greenbrier River - West Fork:
Super 8 Elkins, Elkins
, 15 miles away |
Hampton Inn Elkins, Elkins
, 16 miles away |
Iron Road Inn, Elkins
, 18 miles away |
Holiday Inn Express & Suites ELKINS, Elkins
, 18 miles away |
ELKINS INN AND SUITES, Elkins
, 19 miles away |
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| Trails Near Greenbrier River - West Fork:
Span Oak Trail, Pocahontas
, 3 miles away |
Burner Mountain Trail, Pocahontas
, 5 miles away |
Stonecoal Hunter Access Trail, Randolph
, 5 miles away |
Crouch Ridge Trail, Randolph
, 6 miles away |
Whitmeadow Hunter Access Trail, Randolph
, 6 miles away |
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