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West Virginia whitewater, Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch
Pendelton Grant
county,
Seneca Rocks to Head of Hopeville Canyon section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I-III 9.6 miles
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The nature scenery of Pendelton/Grant County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water will make you feel great. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in West Virginia is often easier than elsewhere, so better not forget that rivers in this state are less demanding. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while have a lot of people coming here. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's good length for |
a morning trip. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. This stretch of Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch in Pendelton/Grant County is 9.6 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class
| I-III section of whitewater. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Seneca Rocks to Head of Hopeville Canyon section is just one of many. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling places. The starting location is a | |
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reasonable drive from Harrisonburg, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost.
Briefly about the general area: Don't leave Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch without
first checking out Yellow Rocks. Going for a hike along the Redman Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this neighborhood. Really wonderful skiing awaits you at Timberline, and a visit to Trout Rocks Spring will
fill your soul with nice feelings. At this river you will always have a good time. Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch is not far at all from Cabins.
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Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, Seneca Rocks to Head of Hopeville Canyon 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 Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch. |
| Ski Areas Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch:
Timberline, West Virginia
, 11 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs |
Canaan Valley, West Virginia
, 11 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs |
Wisp, Maryland
, 35 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs |
Bryce Resort, Virginia
, 36 miles away, 500 foot drop, 5 lifts, 8 runs |
Massanutten, Virginia
, 46 miles away, 1110 foot drop, 8 lifts, 14 runs |
Snowshoe, West Virginia
, 55 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs |
Wintergreen, Virginia
, 59 miles away, 1003 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs |
Seven Springs, Pennsylvania
, 60 miles away, 754 foot drop, 15 lifts, 31 runs |
Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania
, 62 miles away, 610 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs |
The Homestead, Virginia
, 65 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs |
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| Hotels Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch:
Inn At Deep Creek, Oakland
, 32 miles away |
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Keyser, Keyser
, 32 miles away |
Wisp Resort, McHenry
, 35 miles away |
Quality Inn Deep Creek Lake, McHenry
, 35 miles away |
Hampton Inn Harrisonburg - University, Harrisonburg
, 37 miles away |
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| Trails Near Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch:
Redman Trail, Grant
, 1 miles away |
South Branch Trail, Pendleton
, 3 miles away |
Loop Trail, Grant
, 3 miles away |
North Fork Mountain Trail, Grant
, 4 miles away |
South Prong Trail, Randolph
, 6 miles away |
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