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Put-in VA

US Route 58/221

New - 01. Stuart Dam (Route 58) to Fries (Route 94) (VA)

Gauge Conditions
New River near Galax, VA Downstream Primary
Runnable: 1,200.0 – 10,000.0 CFS
Photo
US Route 58/221
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
This section of the New River features a straightforward rapid with moderate gradient and scattered boulder garden characteristics. Paddlers should be prepared to navigate between mid-stream rocks and potential hydraulics, with multiple channel options depending on water level. Standard river reading skills are recommended, with particular attention to avoiding potential pin spots near larger boulder clusters.
Location
Type
Put-in
Mile Marker
21.0 mi
Directions
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01. Stuart Dam (Route 58) to Fries (Route 94)
New
I-II(III) 43.9 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater