South Fork of the South Branch of the Potomac

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Moorefield Canyon

Class 2-4

3.21 ft nr Moorefield

4-15-04

Tim Lewis K-1
David Lohr K-1
Bruce Fleckenstein OC-1

Highlights: Technical Paddling, Beautiful Scenery, Bear Cub

There are two very technical rapids on this run.
The second one may deserve a class 3+ or 4- rating.

Scouting is Advised!

Beautiful pictures compliments of Tim Lewis
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Below the first good rapid

Bear cub in tree

 

First technical rapid requires a ferry from river left to enter the drop

Scouting

The second technical rapid is very tight at the top

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