Maryland whitewater - Antietam Creek, Washington County

Washington county, Oak Bridge to Highway 68 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     7 miles
  The starting location is a reasonable drive from Hagerstown-Martinsburg, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. The nature scenery of Washington County and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. There are some good hotels near the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Getting some good exercise and spending some quality time in nature will have you coming back for more. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't
    matter, around here you'll find a large number of good spots. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Maryland are often easier than in other states, so don't forget that the rivers in this state are less demanding. This stretch of Antietam Creek in Washington County
is 7 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-II section. On this section you do get some distance, it's perfect for a one day trip. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground.

Briefly about the general area:
Summer brings highs in the 80's to Antietam Creek, and through the night it cools down to the 60's. Highs during the wintertime are usually in the 30's while Antietam Creek nighttime low temperatures during the wintertime are in the 10's.
Antietam Creek gets a typical amount of rain; May is when you get the most rain here, and January on the other hand is the driest.
 

Antietam Creek, Oak Bridge to Highway 68 road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 7 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.61059
Longitude: -77.7121

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.53749
Longitude: -77.7102

Paddler input for Antietam Creek, Maryland:

Dan Hodkinson:
this is a very nice stretch that also offers good fishing.á I guide smallmouth and trout fishing by kayak on this stretch and the 7 miles downstream.á Feel free to contact me for free info or to book a scenic paddle or fishing trip.á I've got lots of kayaks and canoes and all the gear.á info@fishnfloatadventures.com.á 301-432-8469.á Here is a pic of one of my favorite spots.


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Current weather conditions at Antietam Creek, Maryland
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Local climate location: MERCERSBURG 12 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Sleep Inn & Suites, Hagerstown
2 miles away
Close to Prime Outlets and Antietam Battlefield, MD State government offices, Army National Guard Armory and many corporate offices. Three miles east of and I-81. Pet accommodation: 10.00/night per p...

Comfort Suites Hagerstown, Hagerstown
2 miles away
Indoor pool, FREE deluxe continental breakfast, microwaves, refrigators, high speed internet access, and safes in all suites. Business center on premises. All Comfort Suites are smoke free....

Four Points By Sheraton Hagerstown, Hagerstown
3 miles away
Great Spot for Work or Play. Four Points by Sheraton Hagerstown is only...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Hagerstown-Martinsburg, Maryland-West Virginia, the metro area neareast to Antietam Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Antietam Creek.
 Whitewater Near Antietam Creek:
Beaver Creek, Washington County , 3 miles away, Class I(II) - 4.5 miles long (Beaver Creek Park N Ride (I-70) to Alternate Route 40)
Antietam Creek, Washington County , 5 miles away, Class I-II - 11 miles long (Highway 68 to Potomac River)
Middle creek, Frederick County , 13 miles away, Class II-III(V) - 6.3 miles long (Wolfsville to Myersville)
Potomac River, Jefferson WV Washington MD County , 13 miles away, Class II+ - 2.5 miles long (Harpers Ferry - Dam #3 to Route 340)
Catoctin Creek, Frederick County , 14 miles away, Class I-II - 28.8 miles long (US 40 to Potomac River)
Shenandoah River, Grant Jefferson Loudon County , 15 miles away, Class II-III - 7 miles long (Millville to Harpers Ferry)
Potomac River, Frederick/ Washington County , 16 miles away, Class I-II - 13.5 miles long (Sandy Hook to Point of Rocks)
Antietam Creek - East Branch, Franklin County , 16 miles away, Class I-IV - 9 miles long (Old Forge to confluence with West Branch)
Shenandoah River, Jefferson County , 18 miles away, Class I-II - 3.7 miles long (West Virginia 9 to Millville)
Hunting Creek, Fredrick County , 19 miles away, Class III-IV+(V) - 2.5 miles long (Catoctin Hollow Road to Frank Bentz Lake)
 Ski Areas Near Antietam Creek:
Ski Liberty, Pennsylvania , 25 miles away, 650 vertical feet
Ski Roundtop, Pennsylvania , 61 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Tussey Mountain, Pennsylvania , 64 miles away, 520 vertical feet
Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 70 miles away, 1072 vertical feet
Bryce Resort, Virginia , 83 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Massanutten, Virginia , 96 miles away, 1100 vertical feet
The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 105 miles away, 940 vertical feet
Ski Sawmill, Pennsylvania , 108 miles away, 515 vertical feet
Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 110 miles away, 610 vertical feet
Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 112 miles away, 750 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Antietam Creek:
Sleep Inn & Suites, Hagerstown , 2 miles away
Comfort Suites Hagerstown, Hagerstown , 2 miles away
Four Points By Sheraton Hagerstown, Hagerstown , 3 miles away
Hagerstown Super 8 Motel, Hagerstown , 3 miles away
Hagerstown Days Inn, Hagerstown , 3 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Antietam Creek:
Safari Campground, Washington County, 6 miles away
Yogi Bears Jelleystone, Williamsport, 6 miles away
Horseshoe Bend Campground, Washington County, 7 miles away
 Trails Near Antietam Creek:
Snavelys Ford Trail, Washington County , 7 miles away
Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Washington County , 12 miles away
Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Sussex County , 12 miles away
Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Bennington County , 12 miles away
Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Jefferson County , 12 miles away
 National Parks Near Antietam Creek:
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail, McLean - VA , 13 miles away
Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Harpers Ferry - WV , 13 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Antietam Creek:
Black Rock Golf Course, Hagerstown , 4 miles away
Washington County Black Rock Golf Course, Hagerstown , 4 miles away
Beaver Creek Country Club, Hagerstown , 5 miles away

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