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West Virginia whitewater, Holly River - Right Fork
Webster Braxton
county,
Confluence of Grassy Creek to confluence of Left Fork section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I-II 14.8 miles
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If you're coming from Clarksburg it's not a long drive at all to the starting location. This section of Holly River - Right Fork in Webster/Braxton County is 14.8 miles long and has been rated as a class I-II section by American Whitewater. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of spots for that. There are plenty of other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. |
This stretch is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so pack your camp stove. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in West Virginia is often easier than elsewhere, so better not forget that many of the sections
| in this state are safe for beginners. The campgrounds here at Holly River - Right Fork are pretty good. The beautiful scenery of Webster/Braxton County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water make the trip here worthwhile. 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.
Briefly about the general area: On a great day at Holly River | |
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- Right Fork you can take a hike along the Tramontane Trail, and a spree to Holly River State Park when you're here is never a bad idea. There is a good hiking trail close to Holly River - Right Fork called the Salt Lick
Trail; you're sure to come across some nice folks from Diana here. This is a great river. Holly River - Right Fork gets much water. The wettest month of the year is ordinarily July, that's the one that rains the most while
February is the month with the least amount of precipitation. For the period of the summertime months highs here at Holly River - Right Fork get into the 80's.
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These outdoors activities are available near Holly River - Right Fork. |
| Whitewater Near Holly River - Right Fork:
Holly River - Right Fork, Webster County, 0 miles away Class III-IV - 3.5 miles long (Jumbo to confluence of Grassy Creek) |
Grassy Creek, Webster County, 4 miles away Class III-IV - 4.5 miles long (Orndoff Church to confluence with Right Fork of Holly River Close to Diana) |
Elk River, Webster County, 6 miles away Class II-III - 17.3 miles long (Webster Springs to CR7) |
Elk River - Back Fork, Webster County, 6 miles away Class II+ - 5.8 miles long (Big Sycamore to Webster Springs) |
Elk River - Back Fork, Webster County, 7 miles away Class II-IV - 4.6 miles long (Confluence of Sugar Creek to Big Sycamore) |
Gauley River, Webster County, 8 miles away Class I-II - 7 miles long (Bolair to Donaldson) |
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) |
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| Ski Areas Near Holly River - Right Fork:
Snowshoe, West Virginia
, 32 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs |
The Homestead, Virginia
, 51 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs |
Winterplace, West Virginia
, 72 miles away, 603 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs |
Canaan Valley, West Virginia
, 72 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs |
Timberline, West Virginia
, 75 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs |
Wisp, Maryland
, 90 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs |
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| Hotels Near Holly River - Right Fork:
Serenity Now, Snowshoe
, 2 miles away |
Days Inn & Suites Sutton Flatwoods, Sutton
, 18 miles away |
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Gassaway/Sutton, Gassaway
, 24 miles away |
Quality Inn Weston, Weston
, 24 miles away |
Super 8 Weston WV, Weston
, 24 miles away |
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| Trails Near Holly River - Right Fork:
Tramontane Trail, Webster
, 7 miles away |
Salt Lick Trail, Webster
, 7 miles away |
High Rock Trail, Webster
, 7 miles away |
Reverie Trail, Webster
, 7 miles away |
Wilderness Trail, Webster
, 8 miles away |
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| Public Lands Near Holly River - Right Fork:
Bluestone National Scenic River, Glen Jean - WV
, 63 miles away |
Gauley River National Recreation Area, Glen Jean - WV
, 63 miles away |
Holly River State Park, West Virginia
, 8 miles away |
Watoga State Park, West Virginia
, 32 miles away |
Cedar Creek State Park, West Virginia
, 35 miles away |
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