West Virginia river guide
Cheat River
Albright to Jenkinsburg Bridge
Remote-feeling Cheat Canyon run with Class III-IV whitewater and fast-changing free-flowing Appalachian river conditions.
Trip overview
Difficulty
Class III-IV
Typical length
1 day
Common season
Mar-Jun
Region
West Virginia
Access overview
Put-in
Albright
Take-out
Jenkinsburg Bridge
River businesses
Shuttle providers
Providers shown here are linked to this river in the TripForge business directory. Confirm current service areas, availability, and pricing directly with the provider.
Cheat River Outfitters
Albright-based Cheat Canyon outfitter for the Albright to Jenkinsburg Bridge section.
Starting at $Contact for current rates
Upper Yough Expeditions
Friendsville-based outfitter for Upper Yough trips, with regional Cheat River rafting support.
Starting at $Contact for current rates
Plan with current information
River conditions, access, permits, closures, and hazards can change. Confirm current details with the managing agency, official gauges, and local experts before departure.