Begins South Of Largent To The Confluence With The Potomac At Great Cacapon river run
Begins South Of Largent To The Confluence With The Potomac At Great Cacapon
The segment mileage for this run is approximately 10 miles, offering a fun and challenging day trip for adventurous paddlers. The river features several rapids, including Pinball, Zume Flume, and Staircase, which require technical maneuvering and quick decision-making. Paddlers should also be aware of potential obstacles, such as strainers and undercut rocks, which can create dangerous situations.
There are specific regulations for this area, including a required permit for commercial use and a limit of six private boats per day. Additionally, paddlers should adhere to Leave No Trace principles and avoid disturbing wildlife and vegetation along the riverbanks.
Overall, the Whitewater River run in West Virginia provides a thrilling experience for intermediate paddlers looking for a challenge. However, it is important to check current streamflow levels and be aware of potential hazards before embarking on any river trip.
Plan your run down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram; rain ahead of a run typically lifts flows 12-48 hours later depending on the basin.
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. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| 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 -- the upstream story that drives next week's flows.
Regional streamflow levels
USGS streamgauges around Begins South Of Largent To The Confluence With The Potomac At Great Cacapon -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Potomac River At Paw Paw | 4,050 cfs | → |
| Cacapon River Near Great Cacapon | 698 cfs | → |
| Town Creek Near Oldtown | 120 cfs | → |
| Sideling Hill Creek Near Bellegrove | 64 cfs | → |
| South Branch Potomac River Near Springfield | 1,350 cfs | → |
| Hogue Creek Near Hayfield | 8 cfs | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest boat launches, other paddle runs, and campgrounds so a day on the water can grow into a full weekend.
Boat launches
- Bonds Landing Road Allegany County
- Chesapeake And Ohio Canal Trail Little Orleans
- Berkeley County
- Sleepy Creek Road Berkeley County
- Springfield Pike Hampshire County
Other river runs
- Capon Bridge To Ends Just South Of Largent
- Wardensville To The Town Of Capon Bridge
- Headwaters Adjacent To Fdt 573 To State Route 622 Bridge
- Begins Where The Lost River Becomes The Cacapon River To Wardensville
- The West Virginia 259 Bridge South Of Wardensville To Ends Where The Lost River Becomes The Cacapon River
Campgrounds
- Purslane Run Hiker Biker Campsite
- Purslane Run Campsite
- Paw Paw Campground
- Sorrel Ridge Hiker Biker Campsite
- Sorrel Ridge Campsite
- Stickpile Hill Hiker Biker Campsite
Whitewater safety
- Check the flow before you run
- Use the linked-gauge card and Regional Flow panel above. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV+ at high water.
- Know your skill ceiling
- Pick runs comfortably below your ceiling. Cold-water and big-water runs raise the consequences of any mistake.
- Wear the right gear
- Helmet, PFD, drysuit / wetsuit when water is below 60°F. Throw bag, knife, and whistle on your person, not in the boat.
- Scout, set safety, and run with a team
- Scout new rapids on foot, set safety with throw bags above the consequence pool, and run with at least one other competent paddler.
- Respect the river
- Strainers, undercuts, low-head dams, and wood can kill at any class rating. When in doubt, portage.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Begins South Of Largent To The Confluence With The Potomac At Great Cacapon as a favorite, set a discharge threshold (e.g. "alert me when flow hits 600 cfs"), and the iOS app pushes the moment the linked gauge crosses.
About Begins South Of Largent To The Confluence With The Potomac At Great Cacapon
What's the optimal flow for Begins South Of Largent To The Confluence With The Potomac At Great Cacapon?
The optimal flow depends on the section and the craft. Check the Run Details panel for the linked gauge and current status.
How fresh is the cfs reading on this page?
The linked USGS streamgauge reports continuously (every 15 minutes); Snoflo refreshes throughout the day. Hover the streamflow sparkline to read individual datapoints.
What's the whitewater class?
See the Run Details panel for the class rating Snoflo tracks for this run. Class ratings change with flow -- a Class III at low water can become Class IV in high water.
Where do I put in / take out?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions to the put-in. For shuttle planning, check the Nearby Boat Launches panel and the river run operator's site.
Can I get alerts when flows hit the optimal range?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this run, set a discharge threshold, and you'll get a push the moment the gauge crosses.
Other runs near here
Snoflo-tracked paddle runs within driving distance of Begins South Of Largent To The Confluence With The Potomac At Great Cacapon.