Mill Creek
Water Trail
Welcome to Mill Creek Water Trail
Discover one of West Virginia’s hidden treasures. The Mill Creek Water Trail is a scenic 22-mile waterway that begins near Cedar Lakes Conference Center, meanders through the heart of Ripley, and flows into the Ohio River at Millwood. Along the way, visitors can enjoy paddling, fishing, wildlife viewing, and the peaceful beauty of one of the state’s eleven officially designated water trails.
The Mill Creek Water Trail is more than a place to paddle—it’s a community asset that enriches our quality of life, supports outdoor recreation, promotes tourism, and encourages environmental stewardship.
The trail is promoted and maintained by the Friends of Mill Creek Association, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to protecting and enhancing the Mill Creek watershed for current and future generations. Through education, volunteerism, community partnerships, and conservation efforts, we work to ensure that Mill Creek remains a clean, healthy, and welcoming destination for everyone.
Whether you’re exploring the creek by kayak, casting a fishing line, participating in a cleanup event, or simply enjoying its natural beauty, you are part of the story of Mill Creek.
Together, we can preserve this remarkable water trail, strengthen our community, and leave a lasting legacy for generations to come. We invite you to join us.
Friends of Mill Creek, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, is a group of volunteers working to make Mill Creek Water Trail a family friendly adventure to explore. Come Join Us!