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Put-in VA

Put In

James - 1.6. Arcadia to Alpine (VA)

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Gauge Conditions
James River at Buchanan, VA Upstream Primary
Runnable: 500.0 – 25,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The Put In rapid marks the start of the James River run from Arcadia to Alpine, offering paddlers an initial challenge as they enter the water. While specific details are limited, boaters should be prepared for potential entry hazards and carefully assess the river conditions before launching.
Location

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
4.0 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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1.6. Arcadia to Alpine
James
I(II) 4.8 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater