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Take-out VA

Take Out

Shaws Fork - Headwaters (U.S. 250) to Liberty (VA 616) (VA)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

Approximate - nearest available gauge. Use as general reference only.

Photo
Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Take Out is a notorious transition point marking the end of the Shaws Fork run, characterized by a tight, technical exit that requires precise boat control and strategic maneuvering between closely spaced boulders. Paddlers must carefully navigate the constricted channel, anticipating potential pin hazards and maintaining momentum to successfully clear the final drop.
Location

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Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
4.5 mi
Directions
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Headwaters (U.S. 250) to Liberty (VA 616)
Shaws Fork
II-III 4.7 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater