Take Out

Grassy Creek is a substantial whitewater stream in Webster County, West Virginia, classified as a large river (Stream Order 6) with significant gradient and flow characteristics suitable for paddling activities. This take-out access point provides egress from what is a headwater stream system with a total length of 32.96 miles and an average gradient of 7.2 feet per mile, indicating consistent whitewater conditions throughout much of the creek. With an average flow of 161.48 cubic feet per second and average velocity of 1.28 feet per second, paddlers should expect moderate to moving water conditions typical of regional Appalachian streams.

The take-out location is positioned in the upper watershed region of Grassy Creek, approximately 221 miles from the river mouth. The elevation drop across the creek system totals 238 feet, contributing to the whitewater character that makes this stream popular for kayaking and canoeing. Boaters using this access point should be prepared for the stream's gradient and ensure they have appropriate skills for whitewater paddling in Appalachian stream conditions.