Access Site
WV
Take Out
City: WV
County: Taylor
Type: Whitewater Take Out
Location: 39.29309800, -79.93250300
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Three Fork Creek near Grafton, WV
4.4 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Run
III-V
Put-in
Sandy Creek - 2. Bridge at Hiram to Tygart Reservoir
Current Conditions
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Three Fork Creek near Grafton, WV
Whitewater Runs on Sandy Creek
2 runsDifficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
Downstream from here Upstream from here
III-V
Put-in at this location
2. Bridge at Hiram to Tygart Reservoir
2.9 mi
I-II
Take-out at this location
1. Bridge on WV 92 to bridge at Hiram
5.6 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Sandy Creek is a medium-sized river in Taylor County, West Virginia, with a total length of 49 miles and a moderate gradient of 2.9 feet per mile. This take-out location on Sandy Creek provides access to a waterway with an average flow of 285 cubic feet per second and average velocity of 2.02 feet per second, making it suitable for paddling activities. The creek drops 143 feet in elevation over its course, creating flowing water conditions that will be more engaging than flat water but not extreme whitewater for most of its length.
As a take-out point, this site serves paddlers completing their run down Sandy Creek. The medium river classification and moderate gradient suggest this waterway is appropriate for paddlers with some experience in moving water. The drainage area of 389 square miles indicates a reliable water supply throughout much of the year, though water levels will vary seasonally.
Paddlers should be aware of the consistent current and moderate velocity when planning their trip. The specific access conditions and amenities at this take-out location are not detailed in the available data, so contacting local paddling clubs or the Taylor County Parks and Recreation office would provide additional helpful information about parking, facilities, and current access status.
As a take-out point, this site serves paddlers completing their run down Sandy Creek. The medium river classification and moderate gradient suggest this waterway is appropriate for paddlers with some experience in moving water. The drainage area of 389 square miles indicates a reliable water supply throughout much of the year, though water levels will vary seasonally.
Paddlers should be aware of the consistent current and moderate velocity when planning their trip. The specific access conditions and amenities at this take-out location are not detailed in the available data, so contacting local paddling clubs or the Taylor County Parks and Recreation office would provide additional helpful information about parking, facilities, and current access status.