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Put-in WV

Put In

Back Creek (Potomac trib.) - 5. WV 9 to McCoy's Ferry (WV)

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Gauge Conditions
Back Creek near Jones Springs, WV Upstream Primary
Runnable: 200.0 – 6,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
The Put In rapid marks the starting point for this section of Back Creek, featuring a straightforward entry with minimal technical challenges. Paddlers should be aware of potential shallow rocks near the river's edge and maintain a clean line through the initial drop, which sets the tone for the downstream water conditions.
Location

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
8.0 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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5. WV 9 to McCoy's Ferry
Back Creek (Potomac trib.)
II(III) 8.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater