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Take-out WV

Take Out

Elk River, Old Field Fork - Confluence of Crooked Fork to Slaty Fork(town) (WV)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 7.5 – 10.0 FT
Photo
Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Take Out rapid marks the end of this challenging section, situated at the confluence where multiple forks merge with increased water volume and complexity. The rapid features multiple braided channels with potential hidden rocks and unpredictable current seams, requiring precise navigation and careful route selection. Paddlers should be alert for potential undercut formations near the river's edges and assess water levels carefully, as the rapid's character can change significantly with varying flow rates.
Location

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Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
8.2 mi
Directions
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Confluence of Crooked Fork to Slaty Fork(town)
Elk River, Old Field Fork
I-III 8.4 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater