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Put-in WV

Put In

Thorn/Whitethorn Creek - Moyers to South Branch of Potomac River confluence near CR 23 · WV

American Whitewater 38.5151, -79.3618

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Gauge Conditions

South Branch Potomac River at Franklin, WV Downstream Primary
Runnable: 800.0 – 5,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Put In is a transition point for accessing the Thorn/Whitethorn Creek run, marking the beginning of a potentially challenging whitewater descent. While specific difficulty details are unavailable, paddlers should anticipate potential creek-style features and carefully scout the initial entry point and downstream conditions. Local knowledge and current water levels are critical for safely navigating this section.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
10.1 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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Moyers to South Branch of Potomac River confluence near CR 23
Thorn/Whitethorn Creek
II-III(IV) 9.9 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater