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Put-in VA

Put In

Marl Creek #1 (South R.Trib.) - Steele's Tavern to VA-56 (VA)

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Gauge Conditions
South River at Rt 716 near Buena Vista, VA Upstream Primary
Runnable: ? – ? CFS

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

Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Put In
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Put In rapid serves as the entry point for this section of Marl Creek, characterized by a narrow, technical start that immediately tests a paddler's line selection and maneuverability. The rapid features scattered boulder gardens and potential pinning hazards, requiring precise boat positioning and quick reactions to navigate the initial stretch safely.
Location

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Take Out Rapid N/A
Take Out
1.0 mi
Type
Put-in
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
0.0 mi
Directions
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Steele's Tavern to VA-56
Marl Creek #1 (South R.Trib.)
III-IV+ 1.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater