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Access Site WV

Put In

Shavers Fork Tygart Valley River

Source: american_whitewater Updated 3 months ago

City: WV
County: Pocahontas
Type: Whitewater Put In
Location: 38.45833200, -79.95555900
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I-II Put-in Cheat, Shavers Fork - 1. Spruce to US Route 250 (Cheat Bridge)
20 ft/mi
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About This Access Site
Put In is a whitewater put-in access point located on the Cheat River's Shavers Fork in Pocahontas County, West Virginia. This access site is situated at coordinates 38.45833200, -79.95555900 and serves as an entry point for paddlers looking to run whitewater sections of this river system. The Shavers Fork is known for its whitewater paddling opportunities and attracts kayakers and canoeists seeking moving water experiences in the Appalachian region.

The Cheat River system, including the Shavers Fork, offers various difficulty levels depending on water flow and specific sections. Paddlers should be aware of current conditions and water levels before launching, as whitewater rivers can vary significantly with seasonal changes and recent precipitation. The site's location in the West Virginia highlands provides access to scenic river valleys and established whitewater runs that are popular among the regional paddling community.