RABBIT RUN TO PRIVATE LAND .5 MILE FROM RICHWOOD
River Runs • Kayaking • Whitewater
November 21, 2024
National Weather Service • Until 2024-11-21T18:15:00-05:00
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Northwest Randolph, Southeast Fayette, and Southeast Nicholas Counties. * WHEN...Until 7 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Thursday evening and Friday morning commutes.
SUMMARY
| Last Updated | 2024-11-21 |
| River Levels | 48 cfs (2.42 ft) |
| Percent of Normal | 150% |
| Status | |
| Class Level | iii-iv |
| Elevation | ft |
| Streamflow Discharge | cfs |
| Gauge Height | ft |
| Reporting Streamgage |
USGS 03187500 |
The Whitewater River in West Virginia has a section known as Rabbit Run, which runs for 0.5 miles from Richwood to private land. The ideal streamflow range for this section is between 300-600 cfs. The class rating for Rabbit Run is Class III-IV, which means it has moderate to difficult rapids with high waves and irregular currents.
There are specific rapids and obstacles to take note of in this section of the Whitewater River. These include "Double Drop," "Meat Grinder," and "S-turn." Double Drop is a steep drop followed by a ledge drop, while Meat Grinder is a long boulder garden with multiple drops. S-turn is a tight turn with a fast current. It is important to note that Rabbit Run should only be attempted by experienced whitewater paddlers.
There are also regulations to be aware of in the area. The West Virginia Department of Natural Resources requires that all boaters have a personal flotation device (PFD) and a sound-producing device. Additionally, there are private landowners along this section of the river, so it is important to respect their property and stay off private land.
