West Virginia whitewater, Potomac River - South Branch Pendleton county, CR 23 to Ruddle section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     10.1 miles   The CR 23 to Ruddle section of Potomac River - South Branch is 10.1 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class I-II section of whitewater. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Staunton-Waynesboro, as you can see on the road map further down. The scenic beauty of West Virginia and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. This stretch is long enough for an overnight     trip if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your sleeping bag. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in West Virginia are often easier than in other states, so don't forget that quite a few of the sections in this state are pretty easy. A bit of exercise and just hanging out with mother nature will make you glad you came. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. There are so many stretches to paddle in this river system, the CR 23 to Ruddle stretch is just one of many. Briefly about the general area:   There's tremendous hiking along the North Mountain Trail; Evick Hollow is a delightful spot to stop at. The Miller Run Trail offers hiking at its best, and if you're stopping by from Franklin, you won't be the only one. This river is a great place to visit. For the duration of the summertime at Potomac River - South Branch temperatures are commonly in the 70's; the overnight is rather chillier of course, commonly in the 50's. High temperatures throughout the wintertime are normally in the 30's while Potomac River - South Branch nighttime low temperatures all through the wintertime are in the 10's. Potomac River - South Branch, CR 23 to Ruddle 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 Potomac River - South Branch.   Whitewater Near Potomac River - South Branch: Potomac River - South Branch, Pendleton County, 3 miles away       Class I-II - 10.1 miles long (CR 23 to Ruddle) Potomac River - South Branch, Pendleton County, 3 miles away       Class I-II - 8 miles long (Ruddle to US 220) Thorn/Whitethorn Creek, Pendleton County, 8 miles away       Class II-III(IV) - 10.1 miles long (Moyers to South Branch of Potomac River confluence) Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, Pendleton County, 9 miles away       Class I-II(III) - 7.6 miles long (Riverton to Seneca Rocks) Potomac River - South Branch, Pendleton/ Grant County, 9 miles away       Class I-II+(III) - 9 miles long (US 220 to Big Bend Campground) Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, Pendelton/Grant County, 10 miles away       Class I-III - 9.6 miles long (Seneca Rocks to Head of Hopeville Canyon) Potomac River - South Fork of the South Branch, Pendleton/ Hardy County, 10 miles away       Class II-IV - 12.1 miles long (Fort Seybert to Milam) Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, Grant County, 11 miles away       Class II-III - 4.2 miles long (Head of Hopeville Canyon to Hopeville) Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, Grant County, 11 miles away       Class I-II - 6 miles long (Hopeville to Confluence of South Branch) Potomac River - North Fork of South Branch, Pendleton County, 13 miles away       Class I-II - 9.8 miles long (Cherry Grove to Riverton)   Ski Areas Near Potomac River - South Branch: Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 20 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs Timberline, West Virginia , 21 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs Bryce Resort, Virginia , 40 miles away, 500 foot drop, 5 lifts, 8 runs Massanutten, Virginia , 42 miles away, 1110 foot drop, 8 lifts, 14 runs Snowshoe, West Virginia , 47 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs Wintergreen, Virginia , 48 miles away, 1003 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs Wisp, Maryland , 48 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs The Homestead, Virginia , 53 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 74 miles away, 754 foot drop, 15 lifts, 31 runs Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 76 miles away, 610 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs   Hotels Near Potomac River - South Branch: Hampton Inn Harrisonburg - South, Harrisonburg , 32 miles away Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Harrisonburg, VA, Harrisonburg , 32 miles away Holiday Inn Express HARRISONBURG, Harrisonburg , 32 miles away Super 8 Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg , 32 miles away Ramada Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg , 32 miles away   Campgrounds Near Potomac River - South Branch: Cave Country Camping Area, Franklin, 2 miles away Yokum's Vacationland and Princess Snowbird's Indian Village, Seneca Rocks, 9 miles away Brandywine Lake, Brandywine, 9 miles away   Trails Near Potomac River - South Branch: North Mountain Trail, Pendleton , 8 miles away Miller Run Trail, Pendleton , 10 miles away Bother Ridge Trail, Pendleton , 11 miles away South Branch Trail, Pendleton , 11 miles away Road Run Trail, Pendleton , 12 miles away   Public Lands Near Potomac River - South Branch: Shenandoah National Park, Luray - VA , 61 miles away Blackwater Falls State Park, West Virginia , 27 miles away Lost River State Park, West Virginia , 33 miles away Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia , 34 miles away   Lakes Near Potomac River - South Branch Puffenbarger Pond, Augusta , 14 miles away