Robinson River (Virginia) facts for kids
The Robinson River is a cool river in Madison County, Virginia. It's about 34 miles (55 kilometers) long. This river is a "tributary," which means it's a smaller river that flows into a bigger one. The Robinson River flows into the Rapidan River.
Exploring the Robinson River
The Robinson River starts in Shenandoah National Park. It begins as two smaller streams called Cedar Run and Tims River. As it flows, many other small streams join it. Some of these streams are the Rose River, Quaker Run, and Deep Run.
Where the River Flows
The Robinson River flows southeast through beautiful areas like White Oak Canyon. It also goes under several roads, including Routes 231, 29, and 15.
Fun on the Water
A part of the Robinson River, about 19 miles long, is great for "whitewater" activities. This means the water flows fast and can be exciting for kayaking or canoeing. The river drops about 15 feet for every mile it travels, which makes the water move quickly.
In the area near Syria, the Robinson River is a good spot for fishing. The state of Virginia adds fish to the river here. You can often catch Rainbow trout and Brook trout in these waters.
A Look Back: History
You might find the Robinson River called the "Robertson River" on an old map made by Boye, Bucholtz, and Tanner. But don't worry, it's the same river! Older documents, like those from the Germanna historical records, correctly call it the Robinson River.
