Rabbit Run To Private Land .5 Mile From Richwood river run
Rabbit Run To Private Land .5 Mile From Richwood
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.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
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 Rabbit Run To Private Land .5 Mile From Richwood -- useful for spotting upstream pulses and gauging which tributary is contributing what.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Cranberry River Near Richwood | 540 cfs | → |
| Gauley River Near Craigsville | 2,940 cfs | → |
| Williams River At Dyer | 709 cfs | → |
| Meadow River At Nallen | 2,730 cfs | → |
| Greenbrier River At Buckeye | 6,020 cfs | → |
| Elk River Below Webster Springs | 1,890 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
- Summit Lake Trail No 201 Greenbrier County
- Persinger Ford Road Nicholas County
- Us 19;Wv 41 Summersville
Other river runs
- Darnell Run To Rabbit Run
- The U.S. Forest Service Cranberry Campground To The Confluence With The Gauley River
- The Junction With Williams River To The Junction With Panther Creek
- Three Forks To Spice Run
- The Headwaters To The U.S. Forest Service Cranberry Campground
Campgrounds
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 Rabbit Run To Private Land .5 Mile From Richwood 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 Rabbit Run To Private Land .5 Mile From Richwood
What's the optimal flow for Rabbit Run To Private Land .5 Mile From Richwood?
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 Rabbit Run To Private Land .5 Mile From Richwood.