Cripple Creek
Raven Cliff Recreation Area to Rt. 94
| Difficulty | I-II |
| Length | 9 mi |
| Avg Gradient | 16 fpm |
| Reach Info Last Updated | July 10, 2025 |
River Description
A nice trip with mild whitewater, starting in a Forest Service area and then continuing through farms, pastures, and wooded areas. Fairly continuous flow and riffles with a few solid class II rapids. Watch for fences and a low water bridge in the second half of the trip.
See Also:
Virginia Whitewater, Roger Corbett (2000 ed.), p. 453.
Exploring Virginia's Waterways, Ed Gertler (2022 ed.), p. 329.
River Features
Put-in
Distance: 0 mi
Put in at the Raven Cliff Recreation Area, river left.
Takeout
Distance: 8.98 mi
Take Out
Take out at Rt. 94, river left.
Alternatively, continue 3 miles on Cripple Creek to the New River, and then another mile to the Austinville access (river right, downstream side of the bridge).
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