Stone Cliff Trail Fayette County boat launch
Stone Cliff Trail Fayette County
The boat ramp is approximately 20 feet wide, which allows for easy launch and retrieval of watercraft. It is also equipped with a parking lot that can accommodate a significant number of vehicles with boat trailers.
As for the permitted watercraft, the Stone Cliff Trail boat ramp allows for a wide range of boats, including small motorized boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. However, it is essential to note that specific restrictions may apply depending on the season, water levels, and other factors. It is always recommended to check the latest regulations and guidelines before launching any watercraft.
In summary, the Stone Cliff Trail boat ramp in Fayette County, West Virginia, is a concrete boat ramp that provides easy access to the New River. It is approximately 20 feet wide and can accommodate various watercraft, including small motorized boats, canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards.
Plan your launch down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Stone Cliff Trail Fayette County -- the same readings that determine whether your launch is safe and your boat is the right craft.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| New River At Thurmond | 8,940 cfs | → |
| Piney Creek At Raleigh | 23 cfs | → |
| Meadow River At Nallen | 606 cfs | → |
| Kanawha River At Kanawha Falls | 7,040 cfs | → |
| Gauley River Above Belva | 2,600 cfs | → |
| Peters Creek Near Lockwood | 41 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest paddle runs, fishing spots, and other boat launches so you can extend a day on the water.
River runs
- Meadow Creek Junction To The Route U.S. 19 Bridge
- The Route U.S. 19 Bridge To The Confluence With The Gauley River
- Upper Gauley - Summersville Dam To Mason Branch
- Begins Below Summersville Lake To The Town Of Swiss
- Bluestone Dam To Sandstone
- Bluestone Dam To Gauley Bridge
Boating safety & etiquette
- Check the conditions before you launch
- Use the streamflow numbers, weather, and wind forecast on this page. High-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
- Wear your life jacket
- Statistically the single biggest survival factor in a boating incident. State law often requires one per passenger.
- File a float plan
- Tell someone on shore your put-in, take-out, and expected return time. Especially for multi-day or remote trips.
- Yield at the ramp
- Prep gear in the parking lot, not on the ramp. Launch and clear quickly so others can use the lane.
- Clean, drain, dry
- Inspect, clean, drain and dry your boat between waters to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Stone Cliff Trail Fayette County as a favorite, set a discharge threshold or a wind/precipitation alert, and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Stone Cliff Trail Fayette County
Can I launch a motorboat here?
Most Snoflo-tracked launches support motorboats; check the operator for any horsepower restrictions, paddle-only zones, or seasonal closures.
How fresh is the streamflow data?
USGS streamgauges report continuously (every 15 minutes); the table on this page pulls the latest reading at page load.
Is there a fee?
Many federal and state boat launches charge a day-use fee. Check the operator's site before driving out.
What boat is right for these conditions?
Use the nearby streamflow numbers and river-run panel on this page to gauge current conditions. Wider, slower water is friendly for casual paddling and powerboats; high-cfs whitewater requires whitewater-specific craft and skill.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this launch, set a threshold (discharge, wind), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other launches near here
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