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Put-in WV

Put In

Big Coal River, Marsh Fork - 4: Sundial (Pettry Bottom) to Whitesville (WV)

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Gauge Conditions
Big Coal River at Ashford, WV Downstream Primary
Runnable: 3.7 – 7.5 FT
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Put In is the entry point for the Marsh Fork section, marking the beginning of a challenging whitewater run. Paddlers should be aware of potential shallow rocky areas and the need for precise boat positioning at the launch, which can set the tone for navigating the downstream rapids. While specific details are limited, careful scouting and a clean entry are recommended for this stretch of the Big Coal River.
Location

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
9.0 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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4: Sundial (Pettry Bottom) to Whitesville
Big Coal River, Marsh Fork
I-II 10.3 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater