River Access
River Access
The Rivanna River offers multiple public access points near Charlottesville, including Darden Towe Park (with a wooden canoe launch and good parking) and South Fork Rivanna Dam, providing paddlers with Class I-II whitewater sections ranging from 2 to 12 miles depending on the route chosen.
May and June offer optimal paddling conditions when water levels are highest, and guided trips with equipment rental are available through the Rivanna River Co. located at 1518 E. High St.
Basic whitewater skills are required for most sections, and all paddlers should carry proper safety gear including life jackets.
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