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Rapid WV Class IV

Slide

Muddy Creek (Cheat trib.) - 2. WV 26 Bridge to Cheat River (WV)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 1,000.0 – 10,000.0 CFS
Photo
Slide
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Slide is a technical Class IV rapid with a narrow, boulder-strewn channel that demands precise maneuvering through a series of powerful hydraulics and tight turns. Paddlers must navigate a complex entry with a mandatory move to avoid a potentially lethal undercut rock on river right, followed by a steep descent through consecutive holes that can easily flip or trap boats. Scouting is highly recommended, as the rapid's gradient and rock placement create significant hazards that require expert-level boat control and route selection.
Location
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class IV
Mile Marker
1.0 mi
Directions
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2. WV 26 Bridge to Cheat River
Muddy Creek (Cheat trib.)
II-III+(IV) 3.1 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater