West Virginia whitewater, Williams River Pocahontas Webster county, Three Forks of Williams to Gauley River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     10 miles   The Three Forks of Williams to Gauley River section of Williams River is 10 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II-III section. The natural beauty of Pocahontas/Webster County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water attract people from near and far. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good spots for that around here. There are so many sections to     paddle in this river system, the Three Forks of Williams to Gauley River section is just one of many. The starting point is not too far from Oak Hill, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in West Virginia is often easier than elsewhere, so keep in mind that rivers in this state are less demanding. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions for lots of people. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. If you have   the time you can make this a two day trip, so go ahead and pack your sleeping bag. Briefly about the general area: There is a magnificent hiking trail near Williams River called the Lick Branch Trail, and if you're dropping by from Upperglade, you won't be the only one. The Snakeden Trail is a great hiking trail close to Williams River, and Hickman Hollow is a fine site to spend some time. This river is so wonderful. All the water falling down from the sky makes Williams River a wet place. Of all the months in a year July is the one with the most rain, and January is the month with the least moisture. Williams River, Three Forks of Williams to Gauley River 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 Williams River.   Whitewater Near Williams River: Gauley River, Webster County, 4 miles away       Class I-II - 7 miles long (Bolair to Donaldson) Williams River, Pocahontas/Webster County, 5 miles away       Class II-III - 10 miles long (Three Forks of Williams to Gauley River) Gauley River, Webster County, 5 miles away       Class I-II(III) - 10.5 miles long (Donaldson to Camden-on-Gauley) Cranberry River, Nicholas County, 5 miles away       Class II-IV - 7 miles long (Big Rock Camping Area to Gauley River) Elk River, Webster County, 7 miles away       Class II-III - 17.3 miles long (Webster Springs to CR7) Gauley River, Webster County, 7 miles away       Class I-II - 8.3 miles long (Confluence with Turkey Fork to Bolair) Cherry River - North Fork, Nicholas/Greenbrier County, 7 miles away       Class III-IV - 13 miles long (Third West Virginia 39 and 55 Bridge to Richwood) Williams River, Pocahontas County, 7 miles away       Class I-III - 5.1 miles long (Day Run Camping area to Tea Creek) Laurel Creek - Elk River Tributary, Webster County, 8 miles away       Class III-IV - 7.6 miles long (Confluence with McAvoy Run to Erbacon) Grassy Creek, Webster County, 8 miles away       Class III-IV - 4.5 miles long (Orndoff Church to confluence with Right Fork of Holly River Close to Diana)   Ski Areas Near Williams River: Snowshoe, West Virginia , 32 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs The Homestead, Virginia , 45 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs Winterplace, West Virginia , 62 miles away, 603 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 78 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs Timberline, West Virginia , 81 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs Wisp, Maryland , 99 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs   Hotels Near Williams River: Serenity Now, Snowshoe , 13 miles away Days Inn & Suites Sutton Flatwoods, Sutton , 24 miles away Hampton Inn Summersville, Summersville , 27 miles away Sleep Inn Summersville, Summersville , 27 miles away Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Gassaway/Sutton, Gassaway , 27 miles away   Campgrounds Near Williams River: Cranberry Campground, Webster County, 2 miles away Bishop Knob, Upperglade, 3 miles away Cranberry River Dispersed, Upperglade, 3 miles away   Trails Near Williams River: Snakeden Trail, Webster , 3 miles away Lick Branch Trail, Webster , 4 miles away Adkin Rockhouse Trail, Webster , 4 miles away Bear Run Trail, Webster , 4 miles away Bee Run Trail, Nicholas , 5 miles away   Public Lands Near Williams River: Bluestone National Scenic River, Glen Jean - WV , 55 miles away Gauley River National Recreation Area, Glen Jean - WV , 55 miles away Holly River State Park, West Virginia , 19 miles away Watoga State Park, West Virginia , 25 miles away Greenbrier State Forest, West Virginia , 35 miles away   Golf Courses Near Williams River: Mountain View Golf Course, Webster Springs , 8 miles away