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Take-out WV

Take-out - WV Rt. 9 near Hedgesville

Back Creek (Potomac trib.) - 4. Swinging Bridge Rd. to WV 9 (WV)

Gauge Conditions
Runnable: 200.0 – 6,000.0 CFS
Photo
Take-out - WV Rt. 9 near Hedgesville
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater
Description
Take-out rapid presents a technical descent with multiple mid-stream boulder fields requiring precise maneuvering and boat control. The river constricts significantly here, creating complex hydraulics and potential pin hazards between large irregular rocks, demanding careful route selection and advanced reading of water flow. Paddlers should scout thoroughly from river right and be prepared for potential sharp turns and limited recovery zones.
Location
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
10.0 mi
Directions
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4. Swinging Bridge Rd. to WV 9
Back Creek (Potomac trib.)
I(II) 10.0 mi
Current Conditions
5-Day Forecast
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater