West Virginia whitewater, Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch Pendleton county, Confluence of Laurel Fork and Straight Fork to Cherry Grove section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     6.3 miles   The put-in is not too far from Staunton-Waynesboro. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers here a bit more forgiving, so keep in mind that many of the sections in this state are safe for beginners. The natural beauty of Pendleton County and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The Confluence of Laurel Fork and Straight Fork to Cherry Grove section is     one of many paddling sections in this river system. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. The Confluence of Laurel Fork and Straight Fork to Cherry Grove stretch of Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch in Pendleton County is 6.3 miles long and is a class II-III section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, there are lots of good rivers for that around here. Getting a good workout and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. On this section you do get some distance, suitable for an afternoon trip. 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. Briefly about the general area: The cheerful folks of Circleville like to hang out close by, and good hiking is available along the Big Mountain Trail. A tour to Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Cold Spring. There's nice hiking along the Back Ridge Trail, and a short spree to Hendrick Farm Spring is always worthwhile. Summertime highs at Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch frequently tend to be in the 80's.     Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch.   Whitewater Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Big Run River, Pendleton County, 1 miles away       Class II+ - 3.7 miles long (Confluence with Teeter Camp Run to Cherry Grove) Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, Pendleton County, 3 miles away       Class I-II - 9.8 miles long (Cherry Grove to Riverton) Roaring Creek, Preston County, 5 miles away       Class IV - 6.1 miles long (County Road 3-12 to Cheat River) Potomac River - South Branch, Highland County, 6 miles away       Class I-II - 1 miles long (Confluence of Straight Creek to state line) Potomac River - Laurel Fork of North Fork of South Branch, Highland VA: Pendleton WV County, 6 miles away       Class III-IV - 1.5 miles long (State line to confluence of Straight Fork) Potomac River - South Branch, Highland VA/ Pendleton WV County, 8 miles away       Class I-II - 13.4 miles long (state line to CR 23) Laurel Fork, Highland VA : Pendleton WV County, 8 miles away       Class II-III+ - 9.5 miles long (Route 642 to Virginia/West Virginia State line) Seneca Creek, Pendleton County, 8 miles away       Class IV-V+ - 13 miles long (Judy Springs to Forest Service Campground) Gandy Creek, Randolph County, 8 miles away       Class III - 13.6 miles long (Sinks outlet to Cheat River Dry Fork) Greenbrier River - East Fork, Pocahontas County, 9 miles away       Class II-III - 5.1 miles long (FS 51 to Island Campground)   Ski Areas Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 23 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs Timberline, West Virginia , 25 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs Snowshoe, West Virginia , 32 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs The Homestead, Virginia , 41 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs Wisp, Maryland , 53 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs Bryce Resort, Virginia , 56 miles away, 500 foot drop, 5 lifts, 8 runs Massanutten, Virginia , 56 miles away, 1110 foot drop, 8 lifts, 14 runs Wintergreen, Virginia , 57 miles away, 1003 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 78 miles away, 754 foot drop, 15 lifts, 31 runs Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 81 miles away, 610 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs   Hotels Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Hampton Inn Elkins, Elkins , 25 miles away Super 8 Elkins, Elkins , 25 miles away Iron Road Inn, Elkins , 26 miles away Holiday Inn Express & Suites ELKINS, Elkins , 27 miles away ELKINS INN AND SUITES, Elkins , 27 miles away   Campgrounds Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Spruce Knob Lake Campground, Randolph County, 6 miles away Gatewood Group Campground, Randolph County, 6 miles away Judy Springs Campground, Pendleton County, 8 miles away   Trails Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Big Mountain Trail, Pendleton , 0 miles away Back Ridge Trail, Pendleton , 3 miles away Middle Mountain Trail, Highland , 4 miles away Laurel Fork Trail, Highland , 5 miles away Gatewood Nature Trail, Pendleton , 5 miles away   Public Lands Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch: Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia , 19 miles away Seneca State Forest, West Virginia , 24 miles away Blackwater Falls State Park, West Virginia , 27 miles away   Lakes Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch Puffenbarger Pond, Augusta , 20 miles away