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Take-out WV

Take Out

Back Creek (Potomac trib.) - 5. WV 9 to McCoy's Ferry (WV)

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Gauge Conditions
Back Creek near Jones Springs, WV Upstream Primary
Runnable: 200.0 – 6,000.0 CFS
Data from American Whitewater & USGS
Photo
Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Take Out rapid on Back Creek offers a straightforward approach with minimal technical challenges, but paddlers should be aware of potential mid-stream boulder placement and potential shallow areas during low water conditions. The rapid's exit zone requires careful navigation to avoid potential pin or entrapment hazards near the creek's right bank.
Location

Other Rapids on This Run (1)

Put In Rapid N/A
Put In
0.0 mi
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
8.0 mi
Directions
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5. WV 9 to McCoy's Ferry
Back Creek (Potomac trib.)
II(III) 8.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater