Put In

Put In is a whitewater access point on Little Wolf Creek in Summers County, West Virginia. This is a headwater stream located in the upper portion of the watershed, characterized by a steep gradient of 21.2 feet per mile and significant elevation change. The creek drops 503 feet over its 23.78-mile length, creating dynamic water conditions typical of Appalachian whitewater runs.

Little Wolf Creek is a relatively small waterway with a drainage area of 34 square miles and an average flow of 5.38 cubic feet per second. The average water velocity of 1.20 feet per second combined with the steep gradient indicates moving water with technical features. As a Stream Order 3 waterway, this is an appropriate venue for intermediate paddlers seeking whitewater experience, though water levels and specific hazards at this put-in location should be assessed before paddling.

Paddlers should be aware that this is a remote, headwater stream in rural West Virginia. Current conditions, water levels, and any seasonal restrictions should be verified before visiting. The steep terrain and location near the source of the creek means water can be cold and conditions may change rapidly with weather.