West Virginia whitewater, North River Hardy Hampshire county, Grassy Lick Run to Rio at West Virginia 29 bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-IV     4.5 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in West Virginia tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so keep in mind that a lot of the rivers in this state are suitable for beginners. The beautiful scenery of West Virginia and the cool fresh water beats anything. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.     For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's good length for a morning trip. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way around here you'll find a large number of good places. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature have a lot of people coming here. The starting location is a short drive from Winchester, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. This section of North River is 4.5 miles long and is a class II-IV section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. Briefly about   the general area: Going for a hike on the Squirrel Gap Trail is always a great adventure; this is a popular location for people from Rio. Go for a hike on the Brushy Hollow Trail. During the summertime months at North River highs are usually in the 80's while night lows are typically in the 60's. Throughout the winter highs are regularly in the 30's, and after the sun is down through the wintertime temperatures at North River plunge into the 10's. North River gets a typical amount of annual rain. July is when you get the most rain here; February meanwhile is the driest month. North River, Grassy Lick Run to Rio at West Virginia 29 bridge 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 North River.   Whitewater Near North River: North River, Hardy/ Hampshire County, 2 miles away       Class II-IV - 4.5 miles long (Grassy Lick Run to Rio at West Virginia 29 bridge) Lost River, Hardy County, 5 miles away       Class II-III(IV) - 6 miles long (West Virginia 55/259 to West Virginia 259) Trout Run, Hardy County, 8 miles away       Class II-IV - 7 miles long (Halfmoon Trail to West Virginia 55/259 bridge) Waites Run, Hardy County, 10 miles away       Class II-IV - 6.8 miles long (Wilson Cove to West Virginia 55) Tearcoat Creek, Hampshire County, 11 miles away       Class II-III - 3.9 miles long (US 50 Close to Pleasantdale to confluence of North River) Lost River, Hampshire County, 13 miles away       Class I-II - 15 miles long (Lost River to West Virginia 55/259) Stony Creek - North fork Shenandoah Tributary, Shenandoah County, 15 miles away       Class I-III - 15.5 miles long (Liberty Furnace to North Fork Shenandoah) Cedar Creek, Shenandoah / Frederick County, 16 miles away       Class II - 9 miles long (Above Route 55) Cedar Creek, Shenandoah/ Frederick County, 19 miles away       Class I-II - 20 miles long (Route 55 to Route 11) Potomac River - South Branch, Hardy/ Hampshire County, 19 miles away       Class I-II - 11 miles long (US 220 Bridge north of Moorefield to Harmison's Landing)   Ski Areas Near North River: Bryce Resort, Virginia , 18 miles away, 500 foot drop, 5 lifts, 8 runs Massanutten, Virginia , 40 miles away, 1110 foot drop, 8 lifts, 14 runs Timberline, West Virginia , 49 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs Wisp, Maryland , 51 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 52 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 63 miles away, 1072 foot drop, 7 lifts, 34 runs Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 63 miles away, 610 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 63 miles away, 754 foot drop, 15 lifts, 31 runs The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 64 miles away, 940 foot drop, 5 lifts, 21 runs Wintergreen, Virginia , 68 miles away, 1003 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs   Hotels Near North River: Hampton Inn And Suites Woodstock, Woodstock , 19 miles away Comfort Inn Woodstock, Woodstock , 19 miles away Holiday Inn Express WOODSTOCK-SHENANDOAH VALLEY, Woodstock , 19 miles away Econo Lodge Woodstock, Woodstock , 19 miles away Ramada Strasburg, Strasburg , 25 miles away   Campgrounds Near North River: Short Mountain Wildlife Management Area, Delray, 4 miles away Nathaniel Mountain Wildlife Management Area, Shanks, 7 miles away Branch Mountain Campground, Baker, 10 miles away   Trails Near North River: Squirrel Gap Trail, Hardy , 5 miles away Brushy Hollow Trail, Hardy , 6 miles away Crack Whip Furnace Trail, Hardy , 8 miles away Halfmoon Lookout Trail, Hardy , 9 miles away Peer Trail, Hardy , 10 miles away   Public Lands Near North River: Shenandoah National Park, Luray - VA , 31 miles away Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Harpers Ferry - WV , 64 miles away Lost River State Park, West Virginia , 18 miles away Shenandoah River Andy Guest State Park, Virginia , 31 miles away Cacapon State Park, West Virginia , 34 miles away   Golf Courses Near North River: Mill Creek Country Club Golf, Burlington , 16 miles away Bryce Golf Course, Basye , 18 miles away Glade Springs Resort Golf Course, Daniels , 19 miles away   Lakes Near North River Warden Lake, Hardy , 6 miles away Lake Laura, Shenandoah , 20 miles away