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Put-in WV

Put In

Laurel Creek (Elk River tributary) - 1. Confluence with McAvoy Run to Erbacon (WV)

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Gauge Conditions
Elk River below Webster Springs, WV Downstream Primary
Runnable: 8.0 – 10.0 FT
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Put In rapid marks the initial entry point for this river section, characterized by a straightforward but potentially rocky approach that requires careful navigation around scattered mid-stream boulders. Paddlers should be prepared for potential shallow water conditions and maintain a clean line through the initial drop to avoid pinning or unexpected obstacles.
Location

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
7.6 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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1. Confluence with McAvoy Run to Erbacon
Laurel Creek (Elk River tributary)
III-IV 7.5 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater