Whitewater:

Bluestone River (Eads Mill to Bluestone SP)

Description:

The Bluestone River is a wonderful intermediate run with almost continuous rapids for the first 10+ miles.  The surroundings are the impressive with waterfalls and views of the steep forested gorge. There are multiple take-out options (see below) that depend on access and season.  The tram option at Pipestem SP is only in operation from starting in April.  A reservation must be made by phone for the tram (304) 466-1800 ext 394 

Directions:

The Bluestone River is in southern West Virginia, just north of Princeton.  Put-In is at Eads Mill Rd 37.478880, -81.071780 (Google Directions below).  Take out options are the tram at Pipestem State Park 37.537633, -81.007689, at the Bluestone Turnpike Trailhead 37.583837, -80.971511 or at Bluestone SP 37.606952, -80.943830  

Activities:

Camping (Bluestone SP), Camping (Pipestem SP), Canoeing (Bluestone Lake), Fishing, Hiking, Swimming Holes, Whitewater (Bluestone River - Spanishburg to Eads Mill)

Web resources:

American Whitewater webpage

ORC Resources:

Book ” A Canoeing and Kayaking Guide to West Virginia”

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