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Access Site WV

Sportsman Park

Little Kanawha River

Source: west_virginia_department_of_natural_resources Updated 1 year ago

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City: Elizabeth, WV
County: Wirt County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 39.06614718, -81.40506518
5543 Elizabeth Pke, Elizabeth, WV 26143, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Little Kanawha River at Palestine, WV Same River 1 mi away
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West Fork Little Kanawha River at Rocksdale, WV Same River 18.2 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Little Kanawha River
3 runs
There are no whitewater runs within 50 miles of this access site.
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Difficulty Classes
I Easy II Novice III Intermediate IV Advanced V Expert/Extreme VI Unrunnable
I-III 58 mi away 1. Holly Grove to Arlington
36.3 mi 30 ft/mi
IV 62 mi away 3. at Falls Mill
0.1 mi
III-V 72 mi away 2. Arlington to Ingo
5.2 mi 75 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
**Location & Access:** Sportsman Park is a public boat ramp providing access to the Little Kanawha River near Elizabeth in Wirt County, West Virginia. This WVDNR-maintained facility offers a convenient launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboats looking to explore this section of the river.

**Facilities & Use:** As part of West Virginia's network of over 500 public fishing and boating access sites, Sportsman Park provides a boat ramp for launching watercraft. The site is suitable for various paddling craft and recreational boaters. The Little Kanawha River in this area supports fishing and general recreation, making it a popular destination for anglers and water enthusiasts.

**Planning Your Visit:** Contact the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources for current conditions, facility details, and any seasonal considerations. This is a good base for exploring the Little Kanawha River system, which offers multiple access points throughout the region for multi-day paddling adventures.