Take Out

This is a take-out access point located in Richwood, Nicholas County, West Virginia, serving the South Fork of the Cherry River. As a whitewater take-out site, this location is designed primarily for paddlers completing whitewater runs on the South Fork. The coordinates place this site in the Richwood area, which is in the New River Gorge region of West Virginia, a popular destination for whitewater kayaking and canoeing. Take-out locations are critical infrastructure for whitewater boaters, allowing safe exit from the river after completing a paddling section.

Paddlers using this take-out should be prepared for the typical logistics of river access in rural West Virginia. The South Fork of the Cherry River offers whitewater opportunities that attract kayakers and canoeists of varying skill levels. When planning a whitewater trip, boaters should coordinate shuttle arrangements and arrive with adequate time before dusk, as river access areas typically operate under daylight conditions. Check current water conditions and flow rates before launching, as whitewater rivers in West Virginia can vary significantly with recent rainfall and seasonal changes.