West Virginia whitewater, Lick Run Preston county, CR 59 to Cheat River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV     2 miles   The put-in is not too far from Morgantown, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. This stretch of Lick Run in Preston County is 2 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class IV section. The scenic beauty of Preston County and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in West Virginia     is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the rivers in this state are not very demanding. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. This section is quite short so better bring some good walking shoes. The CR 59 to Cheat River section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Briefly about   the general area: There are plenty of folks from Kingwood here at Lick Run. Through the summer highs here at Lick Run get into the 80's; all through summer nights temperatures are in the 60's. Through the winter highs are in the 30's, and through the dark hours in the winter at Lick Run temperatures dip to the 10's. The annual rain here at Lick Run is about average. July is when you get the most rain here, and the driest month is February. Lick Run, CR 59 to Cheat River 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 Lick Run.   Whitewater Near Lick Run: Pringle Run, Preston County, 1 miles away       Class IV-V+ - 0.5 miles long (Above Falls to Cheat River) Lick Run, Preston County, 1 miles away       Class IV - 2 miles long (CR 59 to Cheat River) Morgan Run, Preston County, 2 miles away       Class III - 1.6 miles long (Rt. 26 to Cheat River) Green's Run, Preston County, 4 miles away       Class III - 2.2 miles long (CR 52 to Cheat River) Cheat River, Preston County, 4 miles away       Class II-III - 5 miles long (Below Rowlesburg to above Albright Power Dam) Cheat River, Preston County, 5 miles away       Class III-IV - 10.5 miles long (Albright to Jenkinsburg Bridge) Saltlick Creek, Preston County, 6 miles away       Class III - 4 miles long (Amblersburg to Rowlesburg) Muddy Creek, Preston County, 8 miles away       Class IV - 2.5 miles long (West Virginia 26 to Cheat River) Buffalo Creek, Preston County, 8 miles away       Class III - 4.9 miles long (West Virginia 72 to Macomber) Elsey Run, Preston County, 8 miles away       Class V+ - 3.4 miles long (from county road to Cheat River)   Ski Areas Near Lick Run: Wisp, Maryland , 24 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 29 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs Timberline, West Virginia , 29 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 42 miles away, 754 foot drop, 15 lifts, 31 runs Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 45 miles away, 610 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 54 miles away, 940 foot drop, 5 lifts, 21 runs Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 56 miles away, 180 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs Snowshoe, West Virginia , 57 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs Bryce Resort, Virginia , 72 miles away, 500 foot drop, 5 lifts, 8 runs The Homestead, Virginia , 79 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs   Marinas Near Lick Run: Sunset Beach Marina, Morgantown , 18 miles away   Hotels Near Lick Run: The Preston County Inn, Kingwood , 3 miles away Hyatt Place Baltimore/Owings Mills, Owings Mills , 7 miles away Homestead Inn, Reedsville , 8 miles away Lakeview Golf Resort And Spa, Morgantown , 17 miles away Holiday Inn Express MORGANTOWN, Morgantown , 18 miles away   Campgrounds Near Lick Run: Cannon Hill Campground, Rowlesburg, 4 miles away Albright Campground, Albright, 8 miles away Pine Hill Campground, Bruceton Mills, 12 miles away   Trails Near Lick Run: Shingle Tree Trail, Tucker , 17 miles away Pheasant Mountain Trail, Tucker , 18 miles away Shingle Tree Run Trail, Tucker , 18 miles away South Haddix Trail, Tucker , 18 miles away Canyon Rim Trail, Tucker , 19 miles away   Public Lands Near Lick Run: Blackwater Falls State Park, West Virginia , 22 miles away Tygart Lake State Park, West Virginia , 24 miles away Valley Falls State Park, West Virginia , 27 miles away   Golf Courses Near Lick Run: Paradise Lake Golf Course, Morgantown , 15 miles away Golf Holly Meadows Golf Course, Parsons , 18 miles away Oakland Golf Club, Oakland , 20 miles away   Lakes Near Lick Run Town of Masontown Water Supply D Lake, Preston , 11 miles away Cheat Lake, Monongalia , 19 miles away