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Put In at Grassy Lick Run confluence is a whitewater put-in location on the North River in Hardy County, West Virginia. The North River is a medium-sized stream (Stream Order 5) with significant gradient, averaging 5.2 feet per mile, making it suitable for paddlers seeking moving water. At this location, the river flows at an average of 2.08 feet per second with typical flows around 252 cubic feet per second, indicating moderate current conditions typical of Appalachian whitewater streams.
Paddlers should be aware that the North River has a total elevation drop of 548 feet over its 106-mile length, suggesting variable conditions throughout the watershed. The confluence of Grassy Lick Run at this put-in may offer different water characteristics depending on recent precipitation and seasonal runoff. Given the stream's gradient and flow rate, this location is best suited for paddlers with intermediate to advanced skills who are comfortable managing current and potential obstacles common to whitewater sections.