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Elk River Water Trail The Elk River Water Trail creates recreational, health and wellness opportunities for all who use it.

Welcome to the Elk River...
From a tiny trickle of its headwaters in the heart of West Virginia to its confluence with the Kanawha River at Charleston, the Elk River meanders 180 miles through forests, farmland and small towns. It is the longest river located entirely within the borders of West Virginia. The Elk River Water Trail is within a day’s drive of much of the eastern United States. The dr

ive is interstate all the way, unless you choose to take scenic back roads to reach West Virginia. Either way, as you get within two hours of the The Elk River Water Trail, you’ll find yourself driving through some of the most beautiful scenic mountains in the Appalachian Region. The Elk River Water Trail begins in the actual geographic center of the state. West Virginia is nearly 90% forested, our rivers and mountains are inviting and peaceful and our people are warm and friendly. Please plan your day trip or overnight trip on the Elk River Water Trail and stay at one of our hotels, motels or a B&B. For more information about where to stay and what to do while in our area, please visit us online at:
www.braxtonwv.org or ERWT.org

The Elk River Water Trail begins at the tailwaters of the Sutton Dam (I-79 Exit 62) and continues through three counties: Braxton, Clay and Kanawha.The Water Trail has 12 Primary Access Locations and 5 Proposed Sites which are conveniently located close to Interstate 79 exits 1 through 62. The Water Trail exits are marked with signage and all 12 Primary Sites have Elk River Water Trail signage and information kiosks. WV’s Biological Treasure...The Elk River, often called “the best all-in-one river in West Virginia” is recognized among biologists for its exceptional diversity of fish as well as being home to rare invertebrates, including a crayfish found nowhere else in the world. Elk River Water Trail Access Locations
* proposed sites
Sutton Dam Tailwaters
lat 38.661338 lon -80.696872
Cafe Cimino
lat 38.664010 lon -80.704174
*First Energy
lat 38.659501 lon -80.769901
Gassaway Dairy Queen
lat 38.676474 lon -80.770031
*Sugar Creek Baptist Church
lat 38.657321 lon -80.802878
Frametown Bridge
lat 38.635583 lon -80.864857
*Elk River Church
lat 38.607370 lon -80.866708
*Strange Creek Bridge
lat 38.566919 lon -80.897900
*Consolidated Coal
lat 38.586858 lon -80.9364761
Duck
lat 38.582676 lon -80.937581
Mary Chilton Roadside Park
lat 38.499755 lon -81.065908
King Shoals
lat 38.504732 lon -81.232135
Queen Shoals
lat 38.472008 lon -81.283631
Blue Creek
lat 38.449399 lon -81.456232
Clendenin
lat 38.490464 lon -81.330125
Mink Shoals
lat 38.395587 lon -81.330125
Coonskin Park
lat 38.389236 lon -81.584101

To view the trail map, click below:
http://www.braxtonwv.org/documents/Elk%20River%20Water%20Trail%20Guide.pdf

02/06/2024

Let’s go!! Elk River at the Elk River Camp and RV

31/05/2024

ANNOUNCING THE ELK RIVER, WV DIVISION!
Rail Explorers opens its seventh location in the heart of West Virginia on June 8, 2024. Departing from the confluence of the Elk River and Buffalo Creek in Clay, WV the tour offers a unique 12-mile round trip journey along the historic Buffalo Creek & Gauley Railroad, following the twists and turns of the crystal clear waters through the breathtaking forest, past the stunning Devils Sawmill Waterfall, and over the Sandfork Bridge.

All Explorers feature the 'REX Propulsion System' a custom built electric assist motor that makes the 12 mile round trip effortless.

Reservations are now open at railexplorers.net or by calling 877.833.8588

25/05/2024
22/05/2024
27/04/2024

July 20th! ElkRiverWaterTrail.com for details!!

27/04/2024

Join us on the Elk River Trail as celebrate Trails Day, an annual spring celebration of America’s trails. Started by Rails to Trails Conservancy in 2013, the celebration encourages people across the country to get outside and enjoy the nation’s exceptional trails and trail systems.

Is this your next ride for the Rail to Trail?Elk River Trail Foundation
12/04/2024

Is this your next ride for the Rail to Trail?
Elk River Trail Foundation

10/04/2024

10th Annual Elk River Canoe and Kayak Float July 20th 2024 Sponsored by WV American Water, TransCanada, the Braxton County CVB, US Army Corps of

Something cool to do on the Elk Rail to Trail!
27/03/2024

Something cool to do on the Elk Rail to Trail!

Enjoy the new Elk River Rail to Trail in Gassaway the first Saturday of each month until October, Starting April 6th. Meet at the Bigfoot Braxxie Bikes in Gassaway at 9am and depart at 10am. It's a friendly, easy ride on the trail, one block from the bike shop. All flat ground ride, no hills on the....

Great news!
09/03/2024

Great news!

23/02/2024

Good morning from the Sutton Lake Crew!!!

Shout out to Janet Six for sending us this picture from her afternoon walk at Sutton Dam!!

Quote of the day: "Be the best of whatever you are." --Martin Luther King, Jr.

Sutton Lake Daily Info:

In the past 24 hours there was 0.42" of precipitation. High Temperature was 60°. The Low Temperature was 36°.
At 7:00 AM this morning the temperature was 46°.

The lake elevation is 895.77' which is at winter pool. The outflow elevation is 814.24' which is 2000 CFS and the outflow water temperature is 42°.

All trails are open.

Bee Run and South Abutment Boat Ramps are open.

ATTENTION:
The new Downstream restroom is currently under construction and will be delivered in the next several months. The area will be serviced with portable toilets in the meantime. We apologize for any inconveniences as the area gets a much-needed upgrade.

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