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Maryland whitewater - Deep Creek, Garrett County
Garrett
county,
Dam to Youghiogheny River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS V 1.4 miles
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The natural beauty of Garrett County and the water flowing gracefully down Deep Creek attract people from near and far. This is the only paddling stretch along Deep Creek. This section of Deep Creek is 1.4 miles long and it is classified as a class V section by American Whitewater. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while are great reasons to come. This is an extremely short stretch so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. There are some good hotels near the river, but do book a room before you come because |
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it is a very popular destination. The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master in this state than those in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. No matter if you're whitewater
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Briefly about the general area:
A spree to Muddy Creek Falls will fill your soul with pleasant feelings, and a day on the slopes of Wisp is just what you need. For the duration of the summer highs here at Deep Creek get into the 80's. All through the moonlight hours it's frequently in the 60's. The winter comes with highs in the 30's while the cold winter nights at Deep Creek are in the 10's.
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first paying a visit to Lower Swallow Falls. All the water falling down from the sky makes Deep Creek a wet place; most of the rain falls through July, and February is the month with the least moisture.
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Deep Creek, Dam to Youghiogheny River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
QUICK STATS
AW Class:
V
Length:
1.4
miles
Average Gradient: 170 fpm
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Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.5046
Longitude: -79.39721
Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.5259
Longitude: -79.41111
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Paddler input for Deep Creek, Maryland:
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Current weather conditions at Deep Creek, Maryland
Local climate location: UNIONTOWN 2 miles away
          
RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS
There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.
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Wisp Resort, Mchenry
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3 miles away
For information on lodging/ski packages/golf packages, please call the Wisp directly at 800-462-9477. The Wisp Mountain Resort Hotel and Conference Center in beautiful Deep Creek Lake, Maryland, has...
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Canaan Valley Resort and Conf Ctr, Davis
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21 miles away
Canaan Valley Resort and Conference Center is four-season resort offering ski, snowboarding, tubing, cross-country skiing and ice-skating in the winter and golf, geocaching, Eurogbunge, climbing wall,...
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Comfort Inn Grantsville, Grantsville
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22 miles away
Convenient interstate location. Pet Accommodation: 20.00/night per pet. 2 pets per room, up to 15 lbs. Refundable Pet Deposit: 50.00 USD, due at check-in for cash paying guests. Do not leave pets unat...
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All Maryland Whitewater
Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Maryland.
Books about whitewater paddling on Deep Creek, Maryland
List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Deep Creek, Maryland.
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Whitewater Basics
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Outdoors Recreation Near Morgantown, West Virginia
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Morgantown, West Virginia, the metro area neareast to Deep Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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| These outdoors activities are available near Deep Creek. |
| | Whitewater Near Deep Creek:
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Youghiogheny River, Garrett
County
, 1 miles away, Class IV-V - 3 miles long (Bridge above Swallow Falls to Deep Creek Power Plant) |
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Youghiogheny River, Garrett
County
, 2 miles away, Class IV - 4 miles long (Tippy-Top) |
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Muddy Creek, Garrett
County
, 2 miles away, Class III - 3.7 miles long (Below Browning Dam to eddy right above Muddy Creek Falls) |
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Youghiogheny River, Garrett
County
, 6 miles away, Class IV-V - 9.9 miles long (Sang Run Road to Friendsville) |
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Youghiogheny River, Garrett
County
, 7 miles away, Class I-II - 15.5 miles long (US Route 50 to Millers Run) |
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Bear Creek, Garrett
County
, 8 miles away, Class IV - 7 miles long (US 219 to Youghiogheny River at Friendsville) |
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Mill Run, Garrett
County
, 12 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 8 miles long (Pigs Ear Road to Yough River Lake) |
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Daugherty Run, Preston
County
, 13 miles away, Class V - 6 miles long (Co. Road 3-12 to Cheat River) |
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Muddy Creek, Preston
County
, 13 miles away, Class II-III - 11.5 miles long (Orr to Route 26) |
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Potomac River - North Branch, Grant Mineral WV Garrett MD
County
, 14 miles away, Class III-IV - 15 miles long (Gormania West Virginia to Kitzmiller Maryland) |
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| | Ski Areas Near Deep Creek:
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Wisp, Maryland
, 4 miles away, 610 vertical feet |
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Timberline, West Virginia
, 25 miles away, 1000 vertical feet |
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Canaan Valley, West Virginia
, 27 miles away, 850 vertical feet |
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Seven Springs, Pennsylvania
, 28 miles away, 750 vertical feet |
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Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania
, 31 miles away, 610 vertical feet |
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The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania
, 38 miles away, 940 vertical feet |
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Boyce Park, Pennsylvania
, 56 miles away, 180 vertical feet |
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Bryce Resort, Virginia
, 58 miles away, 500 vertical feet |
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Snowshoe, West Virginia
, 71 miles away, 1500 vertical feet |
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Blue Knob, Pennsylvania
, 72 miles away, 1072 vertical feet |
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| | Hotels Near Deep Creek:
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Wisp Resort, Mchenry
, 3 miles away |
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Canaan Valley Resort and Conf Ctr, Davis
, 21 miles away |
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Comfort Inn Grantsville, Grantsville
, 22 miles away |
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Fairfield Inn By Marriott Uniontown, Uniontown
, 32 miles away |
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Donegal - Days Inn, Donegal
, 32 miles away |
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