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Put-in WV

Put In

Panther Creek - Confluence with Jim's Branch to confluence with Gauley River (WV)

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Gauge Conditions
Gauley River near Craigsville, WV Downstream Primary
Runnable: 13.5 – 16.5 FT
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Put In is a minimal rapids section marking the start of the Panther Creek run, characterized by a straightforward entry point with minimal technical challenges. While specific details about wave features or hazards are limited, paddlers should anticipate a transitional segment leading into the main river flow and be prepared for potential shallow or rocky conditions typical of small West Virginia mountain streams.
Location

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
3.3 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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Confluence with Jim's Branch to confluence with Gauley River
Panther Creek
III-IV 3.3 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater