About This Activity
The Cheat River Watershed is the largest free-flowing watershed in the eastern United States, meaning that there are no dams altering its wilderness character. On the Cheat River Watershed Expedition, we will travel from the headwaters of the Cheat River to the main stem of the Cheat. On a five-day backpacking trip, we’ll hike 15-20 miles through lush forest while passing creeks and waterfalls. Along the way, we’ll drink from fresh springs and creeks, learn backpacking and leadership skills, and study the ecology of this pristine wilderness area. Once we reach the Cheat, we’ll spend three days canoeing, rafting, and camping along the river as it winds its way through the hills and hollows of West Virginia. To wrap up the trip, we’ll explore the small towns of Davis and Thomas, as well as Blackwater Falls State Park. On closing day, our group will celebrate our challenges and successes!
Map & Direction
Blackwater Falls St Park Pendleton Point Shelter
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Blackwater Falls Road
Davis, WV
26260
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