Cherry, S. Fork

Beech Lick Run to Richwood

Reach banner
DifficultyII-III+
Length5.2 mi
Avg Gradient52 fpm
GaugeGauley River Near Craigsville, Wv
Flow Rate as of 1 hour
11.27 ftbelow recommended
Reach Info Last UpdatedMay 5, 2023

River Description

This is a nice class II-III+ run with a fairly constant gradient. The bigger rapids are all scoutable from the road on your drive up to the putin. While scouting look for strainers. Also watch out for logs broached on large rocks.

Putin: The bridge about 1/2 mile above Beech Lick Run - or further upstream if you so desire.

Takeout: The bridge in front of the Richwood School (behind the plaza in town).


River Features

Put In

Distance: 0 mi

Take Out

Distance: 6 mi
Take Out

This is the largest rapid on the South Fork.