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Where Your Trip Begins

existing mapThere are currently nine existing access points on the Upper Cheat River Water Trail. These sites are owned and managed by public entities as well as private landowners and businesses. Please observe all posted rules and regulations and respect areas surrounding the sites to ensure continued access for future paddlers.

Access site conditions and regulations are subject to change – please visit the site kiosks and review all pertinent information. Currently, no access points along the Water Trail allow camping. Future plans include installing ADA access for several access points. Check back for updates.

The Upper Cheat River Water Trail map contains access information and can be found here on our website.

Things to keep in mind:

The Cheat River flows north. This is one of its many unique aspects, and one that continually surprises more than a few folks.

The Black Fork at Hendricks and Shavers Fork in Parsons join to form the Cheat main stem. Travelers on the Water Trail may access the main stem from either fork.

Putting in at the Hendricks foot bridge or The Fat Olive (formerly CJ’s Pizza) on the Black Fork means you won’t be able to access Parkwood Lane or the U.S. 219 Bridge access points on Shavers Fork – and vice versa.

Chart your journey and view the Water Trail from above with this Interactive Map.

CAUTION – EXPERIENCED PADDLERS ONLY

The CRWT segment, Hendricks to The Fat Olive (formerly CJ’s Pizza), has been classified as “Intermediate.”  This section includes fast moving water containing various rocks, holes, currents, and waves that require skillful maneuvering to avoid.  Swimmers could be at risk and may require help. 

 

Mileage Matrix

 

 

 

Access Information

 

Access Point Ownership Cellphone Service Aerial Photo
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Hendricks
(Black Fork)		 Municipality  Yes  hendricks
Parsons – The Fat Olive (formerly CJ’s Pizza)
(Black Fork)		 Private  Yes  CJ's parking
Parsons – Parkwood Lane
(Shavers Fork)		 Municipality  Yes  parkwood
Parsons – 219 Bridge
(Shavers Fork)		 Municipality  Yes  219
Holly Meadows Bridge
(Cheat main stem)		 Department of Highways  Yes  holly meadows
St. George – DNR Access
(Cheat main stem)		 Department of Highways  No  stgeorge
Hannahsville Ford
(Cheat main stem)		 Department of Highways  No  hannahsville aerial
Riverview Lounge
(Cheat main stem)		 Private  Yes  Riverview parking
Rowlesburg City Park
(Cheat main stem)		 Municipality  Yes