West Virginia whitewater, Tygart Valley River Randolph county, confluence of Elkwater Fork to Huttonsville section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     9.7 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that rivers in this state are less demanding. This section of Tygart Valley River in West Virginia is 9.7 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class I-II section of whitewater. The natural beauty of Randolph County and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. This stretch is mid     length, suitable for an afternoon trip. The put-in location is a short drive from Clarksburg, as you can see on the road map further down. The campgrounds here at Tygart Valley River are pretty good. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature are great reasons to come. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, in this general area you'll find lots of paddling rivers. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Briefly about the general area: The Laurel Run Trail is a magnificent hiking trail next to Tygart Valley   River, and if you would like a little side tour, try Ward Hollow. You're sure to run into some smiling people from Huttonsville here; nearby you hit upon the Mill Ridge Trail which is a wonderful hiking trail. This is a really good river. Monongahela National Forest is a good location to visit, and what would winter be without some skiing at Snowshoe. A tour to Cass Railroad State Park revives the spirit. Summertime highs at Tygart Valley River generally tend to be in the 70's, and the overnight is quite cooler of course, regularly in the 50's. Throughout the winter this place gets highs in the 30's while the cold winter nights at Tygart Valley River are in the 10's. Tygart Valley River, confluence of Elkwater Fork to Huttonsville 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 Tygart Valley River.   Whitewater Near Tygart Valley River: Tygart Valley River, Randolph County, 3 miles away       Class I-II - 9.7 miles long (confluence of Elkwater Fork to Huttonsville) Mill Creek - Tygart Valley River Tributary, Randolph County, 4 miles away       Class II-III - 7.1 miles long (Kumbrabow State Forest to Mill Creek) Middle Fork, Randolph County, 6 miles away       Class II-III - 12.4 miles long (Adolph to confluence with Long Run) Tygart Valley River, Randolph County, 7 miles away       Class II+ - 6 miles long (Valley Head to US 219) Cheat River - Shavers Fork, Pochantas / Randolph County, 9 miles away       Class I-III - 11 miles long (US Route 250 to MCamp Groundee Run) Buckhannon River - Left Fork, Upshur/ Randolph County, 10 miles away       Class II-III - 8.9 miles long (Star to Alexander) Cheat River - Shavers Fork, Pocahontas / Randolph County, 11 miles away       Class I-II - 17.4 miles long (Spruce to US Route 250) Cheat River - Shavers Fork, Randolph County, 12 miles away       Class III-V - 13 miles long (MCamp Groundee Run to Bemis) Roaring Creek - Tygart Valley River Tributary, Randolph County, 13 miles away       Class III-IV - 5 miles long (Coalton to confluence of Tygart Valley River above Norton) Greenbrier River, Pocahontas County, 13 miles away       Class I-II - 7.7 miles long (Durbin to Hosterman)   Ski Areas Near Tygart Valley River: Snowshoe, West Virginia , 13 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs The Homestead, Virginia , 39 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 44 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs Timberline, West Virginia , 47 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs Wisp, Maryland , 66 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs Wintergreen, Virginia , 83 miles away, 1003 foot drop, 5 lifts, 20 runs Bryce Resort, Virginia , 86 miles away, 500 foot drop, 5 lifts, 8 runs Massanutten, Virginia , 87 miles away, 1110 foot drop, 8 lifts, 14 runs Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 88 miles away, 754 foot drop, 15 lifts, 31 runs Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 91 miles away, 610 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs   Hotels Near Tygart Valley River: Super 8 Elkins, Elkins , 15 miles away Hampton Inn Elkins, Elkins , 17 miles away ELKINS INN AND SUITES, Elkins , 18 miles away Holiday Inn Express & Suites ELKINS, Elkins , 18 miles away Iron Road Inn, Elkins , 18 miles away   Campgrounds Near Tygart Valley River: Tygart Valley Campground, Huttonsville, 2 miles away Becky Creek Wildlife Management Area, Huttonsville, 4 miles away Kumbrabow State Forest, Mill Creek, 5 miles away   Trails Near Tygart Valley River: Laurel Run Trail, Randolph , 5 miles away Mill Ridge Trail, Randolph , 5 miles away Raven Rocks Trail, Randolph , 5 miles away Clay Run Trail, Randolph , 5 miles away McGee Run Trail, Randolph , 6 miles away   Public Lands Near Tygart Valley River: Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia , 12 miles away Cass Railroad State Park, West Virginia , 12 miles away Seneca State Forest, West Virginia , 20 miles away   Golf Courses Near Tygart Valley River: Raven Golf Club at Snowshoe, Snowshoe , 13 miles away Buckhannon Country Club, Buckhannon , 19 miles away