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Rapid WV Class III+

Buds

Gauley - 7 Summersville Dam to Woods Ferry (WV)

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Gauge Conditions
Gauley River below Summersville DAM, WV Upstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

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

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Buds
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Buds is a technical Class III+ rapid featuring a complex boulder garden with multiple potential lines and tight maneuvering requirements. Paddlers must navigate a series of large midstream rocks and potential keeper holes, with the primary line requiring precise boat positioning and quick eddy turns to avoid potential pin and entrapment hazards. The rapid demands strong boat control and the ability to read and react quickly to changing water conditions.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class III+
Mile Marker
2.5 mi
Directions
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7 Summersville Dam to Woods Ferry
Gauley
IV-V 12.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater