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Access Site VA

Put In

Roanoke, South Fork

Source: american_whitewater Updated 3 months ago

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City: VA
County: Montgomery
Type: Whitewater Put In
Location: 37.16239900, -80.24189800
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S F Roanoke River near Shawsville, VA 2 mi away
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Bottom Creek above Tributary near Bent Mountain, VA 5.2 mi away
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Roanoke River at Lafayette, VA 5.4 mi away
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Whitewater Run
I-II Put-in Roanoke, South Fork - Shawsville (Route 609) to Roanoke River (Route 727)
8 ft/mi
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About This Access Site
Put In is a whitewater access point on the South Fork of the Roanoke River in Montgomery County, Virginia. This is a dedicated put-in location for paddlers looking to access whitewater sections of the river. The site provides entry to one of Virginia's popular whitewater paddling destinations, with the South Fork offering various rapids and flowing sections suitable for kayakers and canoeists seeking moving water experiences.

The South Fork Roanoke has established itself as a quality whitewater resource in the region, attracting paddlers of varying skill levels depending on water conditions and the specific section being run. Access at this put-in location allows boaters to begin their paddling journey on the river. Paddlers should be aware of current water levels and conditions before launching, as whitewater rivers can vary significantly based on recent rainfall and dam releases.