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West Virginia | Middle Greenbrier
Greenbrier RiverFort Spring to Alderson
Greenbrier River Fort Spring to Alderson is a 6.3 mi Class I-II run documented by American Whitewater and official access partners.
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Route logistics
Access and shuttle
Short middle Greenbrier section ending at Alderson with Class II riffles and a documented public access.
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Put-in
Fort Spring accessConfirm Fort Spring and Alderson access, signs, and parking before travel.
Take-out
State Route 3 Bridge access at AldersonDo not assume every bridge shoulder is a legal take-out; use the named access only.
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Access notes and hazards
Access caveats
- Confirm Fort Spring and Alderson access, signs, and parking before travel.
- Do not assume every bridge shoulder is a legal take-out; use the named access only.
Watch for
- USGS stage outside 2.85–10.0 ft and changing trend.
- Class II riffles, bridge turbulence, cold water, and private banks.
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Greenbrier River at Alderson, WV. This view may be outside your paddling reach. Images are periodic and do not establish safe conditions.
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Data behind the scoreWater levels, published guidance and update times
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| Gauge site | Greenbrier River at Alderson, WV |
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| Preferred range | 3.00 ft to 7.50 ft |
| Low threshold | 2.85 ft |
| High threshold | 10.00 ft |
| Evidence strength behind the range | Official and local sources |
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| Main source behind this score | American Whitewater reach 4202 stage range 2.85–10.0 ft |
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NotesWhat to know before you go
These notes cover the access details, route quirks, and source caveats most likely to matter once you get there.
- Named route corridorFort Spring to Alderson; 6.3 mi; Class I-II
American Whitewater documents the reach and stage range.
- Take-out coordinateState Route 3 Bridge at Alderson
WVDNR access material supplies the community endpoint; confirm current parking and carry path.
- GaugeUSGS 03183500 stage telemetry
Official same-river gauge used for the route planning screen; verify current value and trend before launch.
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Quick answers
Greenbrier River paddling FAQ
What water level is best for the Fort Spring to Alderson route on the Greenbrier River?
Paddle Today watches Greenbrier River at Alderson, WV and treats 3.00 ft to 7.50 ft as the target band for this route, with weather and recent trend included in the final score.
Where does the Fort Spring to Alderson route on the Greenbrier River start and end?
This route starts at Fort Spring access and ends at State Route 3 Bridge access at Alderson, 6.3 mi on the water.
Is the Fort Spring to Alderson route on the Greenbrier River suitable for beginners?
This is listed as a moderate route. Expect more planning than an easy float, and use the live score, route notes, and source links before committing.
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