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Gauley River National Recreation Area |
Description:
The 25 miles of free-flowing Gauley River and the six miles of the Meadow River pass through scenic gorges and valleys containing a wide variety of natural and cultural features. The Gauley River contains several class V+ rapids, making it one of the most adventurous white water boating rivers in the east.
Getting Around:
At the present time, the only public access to the Gauley River National Recreation Area is just downstream of Summersville Dam.
Activites:
Boating | Camping | Educational Programs | Fishing | Hunting | Kayaking | Whitewater Rafting | And more.
Nature: Mountains | And more.
Directions to Gauley River National Recreation Area
Plane:
The largest airport is at Charleston, about 65 miles from Summersville. There are also small airports at Summersville and Beckley.
Car:
From Route 19 take Route 129 West at Mount Nebo. The river access area is reached by taking the second left after you cross over the dam on Route 129.
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