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Maryland whitewater - Mill Run, Garrett County
Garrett
county,
Pigs Ear Road to Yough River Lake section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS III-IV+ 8 miles
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The put-in location is a short drive from Somerset, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The Pigs Ear Road to Yough River Lake stretch of Mill Run in Maryland is 8 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class III-IV+ section. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and |
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if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The wonderful Maryland scenery and the water flowing gracefully down Mill Run will make you feel great. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near. Mill Run doesn't have a lot
| of paddling sections, the Pigs Ear Road to Yough River Lake section is the only one. The campgrounds here at Mill Run are pretty good. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling rivers. On this section you do get some distance, you can easily run it on an afternoon.
Briefly about the general area:
During the summertime at Mill Run highs are usually in the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures descend down into the 60's. Highs during the wintertime are typically in | |
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the 30's, and after the sun is down throughout the wintertime temperatures at Mill Run descend into the 10's.
The high level of rain makes Mill Run a quite wet spot; the month with most of the rain is July while February is typically the driest month.
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Mill Run, Pigs Ear Road to Yough River Lake road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
QUICK STATS
AW Class:
III-IV+
Length:
8
miles
Average Gradient: 105 fpm
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Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.71666
Longitude: -79.30001
Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.71666
Longitude: -79.38334
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Paddler input for Mill Run, Maryland:
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Current weather conditions at Mill Run, Maryland
Local climate location: UNIONTOWN 10 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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9 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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Comfort Inn Grantsville, Grantsville
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16 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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Donegal - Days Inn, Donegal
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21 miles away
Conveniently located at the gateway of the Laurel Highlands, the Days Inn Donegal is perfect whether you are visiting the Laurel Highlands for thrilling outdoor adventure or a great family getaway. T...
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All Maryland Whitewater
Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Maryland.
Books about whitewater paddling on Mill Run, Maryland
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Whitewater Basics
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Outdoors Recreation Near Somerset, Pennsylvania
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Somerset, Pennsylvania, the metro area neareast to Mill Run. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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| These outdoors activities are available near Mill Run. |
| | Whitewater Near Mill Run:
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Whites Creek, Somerset
County
, 3 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Listonburg to Casselman River) |
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Bear Creek, Garrett
County
, 4 miles away, Class IV - 7 miles long (US 219 to Youghiogheny River at Friendsville) |
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Drake Run, Somerset
County
, 7 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2 miles long (Draketown to Youghiogheny River) |
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Youghiogheny River, Garrett
County
, 7 miles away, Class IV-V - 9.9 miles long (Sang Run Road to Friendsville) |
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Youghiogheny River, Fayette
County
, 9 miles away, Class II - 10.4 miles long (Confluence to Ohiopyle) |
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Casselman River, Garrett (MD) Somerset (PA)
County
, 9 miles away, Class II-III - 6.2 miles long (Markleton to Harnedsville) |
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Laurel Hill Creek, Somerset
County
, 10 miles away, Class II+ - 16.2 miles long (Laruel Hill State Park to Ursina) |
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Casselman River - North Branch, Garrett
County
, 11 miles away, Class I-III+ - 6 miles long (Dung Hill Road to Maryland Route 485) |
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Deep Creek, Garrett
County
, 12 miles away, Class V - 1.4 miles long (Dam to Youghiogheny River) |
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Youghiogheny River, Garrett
County
, 12 miles away, Class IV-V - 3 miles long (Bridge above Swallow Falls to Deep Creek Power Plant) |
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| | Ski Areas Near Mill Run:
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Wisp, Maryland
, 9 miles away, 610 vertical feet |
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Seven Springs, Pennsylvania
, 17 miles away, 750 vertical feet |
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Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania
, 19 miles away, 610 vertical feet |
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The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania
, 27 miles away, 940 vertical feet |
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Timberline, West Virginia
, 36 miles away, 1000 vertical feet |
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Canaan Valley, West Virginia
, 38 miles away, 850 vertical feet |
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Boyce Park, Pennsylvania
, 49 miles away, 180 vertical feet |
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Bryce Resort, Virginia
, 62 miles away, 500 vertical feet |
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Blue Knob, Pennsylvania
, 63 miles away, 1072 vertical feet |
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Massanutten, Virginia
, 81 miles away, 1100 vertical feet |
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| | Hotels Near Mill Run:
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Wisp Resort, Mchenry
, 9 miles away |
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Comfort Inn Grantsville, Grantsville
, 16 miles away |
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Donegal - Days Inn, Donegal
, 21 miles away |
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Somerset Super 8 Motel, Somerset
, 24 miles away |
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Somerset Knights Inn, Somerset
, 24 miles away |
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