GREEN COVE--JEFFERSON NF NEAR CONFLUENCE OF STAR HILL BRANCH TO CONFLUENCE WITH WHITETOP LAUREL
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
November 21, 2024
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2024-11-21 |
| River Levels | 296 cfs (3.11 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 73% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | ii-iii |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
USGS 03473000 |
The Whitewater River run in Green Cove-Jefferson NF near Confluence of Star Hill Branch to Confluence with Whitetop Laurel in Virginia is a popular destination for whitewater enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this river is between 500 and 1000 cubic feet per second (cfs). The river is rated as a class II-III with a segment mileage of 4.5 miles. The run features rapids such as "Schoolhouse Rapid," "Little Falls Rapid," and "Big Falls Rapid," which offer a range of challenges for intermediate to advanced paddlers.
The river runs through the Jefferson National Forest, and visitors should be aware of specific regulations to the area. The Jefferson National Forest prohibits camping within 200 feet of the river and requires all visitors to follow "Leave No Trace" principles. Additionally, paddlers should be aware of private property along the river and respect the rights of landowners.
