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ENTER OTTER CREEK WILDERNESS TO EXIT OTTER CREEK WILDERNESS

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2025-03-12

Wind Advisory
2025-03-16T14:00:00-04:00

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Tucker County. * WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.


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The Otter Creek Wilderness run in West Virginia is a popular whitewater trip for adventurous kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between 500 and 2000 cubic feet per second (cfs), which generally occurs during the spring and early summer months. The segment mileage of this run is approximately 10 miles, with a class rating of III-IV.

There are several notable rapids and obstacles along this run, including the Entrance Rapid, which is a steep drop into a narrow channel, and the Bemis-Stone Rapid, which is a long and technical section with multiple drops and tight turns. Other notable rapids include the Pinball Rapid and the S-Curve Rapid.

It is important to note that the Otter Creek Wilderness area is protected by specific regulations, such as a ban on motorized vehicles and a limit on group size to 10 people. Additionally, all boaters are required to have a permit to access the area and are required to practice Leave No Trace principles to minimize their impact on the environment.

Overall, the Otter Creek Wilderness run is a challenging and exciting adventure for experienced whitewater enthusiasts, but it is important to be aware of the specific regulations and guidelines in place to protect the natural environment.

Last Updated 2025-03-12
River Levels 116 cfs (1.89 ft)
Percent of Normal 47%
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Class Level None
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Reporting Streamgage USGS 03065000

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