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Rapid WV Class IV

Heaven's Gate

Gauley - 9 Woods Ferry to Swiss (WV)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 750.0 – 15,000.0 CFS
Photo
Heaven's Gate
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Heaven's Gate is a technical Class IV drop featuring a complex entry with a powerful center hole and multiple line options that require precise boat positioning. Paddlers must navigate a series of diagonal waves and exposed rocks, with the primary line running tight against the right wall before transitioning to the center channel. The rapid demands precise boat control and quick decision-making, with potential for significant consequences if the initial entry is mismanaged.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class IV
Mile Marker
7.0 mi
Directions
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9 Woods Ferry to Swiss
Gauley
III-IV(V) 14.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater