Maryland whitewater - Mill Run, Garrett County

Garrett county, Pigs Ear Road to Yough River Lake section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-IV+     8 miles
  The average Maryland whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. The Pigs Ear Road to Yough River Lake section of Mill Run in Garrett County is 8 miles long and has been rated as a class III-IV+ section by American Whitewater. The wonderful Maryland scenery and the playfulness of the water have people coming here. There's camping available near Mill Run. The starting point is not too far from Somerset,
    there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. On this section you do get some distance, it's perfect for a one day trip. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because
these hotels fill up quick. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good spots. This is the only paddling stretch along Mill Run. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions for lots of people.

Briefly about the general area:
All through the warm months highs here at Mill Run reach the 80's; the nighttime is a bit colder of course, mostly in the 60's. Daytime highs through the wintertime are in the 30's with temperatures
 
at Mill Run dipping down into the 10's through winter nights.
Mill Run gets lots of water; during the month of July you get the most rain around here; February is the month with the least moisture.

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
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.71666
Longitude: -79.30001

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.71666
Longitude: -79.38334

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Current weather conditions at Mill Run, Maryland
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Local climate location: UNIONTOWN 10 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Wisp Resort, Mchenry
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...

Comfort Inn Grantsville, Grantsville
16 miles away
Convenient interstate location. Pet accommodation: 10.00 per night per pet. Limit 2 pets per room. Refundable Pet Deposit: 50.00 USD, due at check in for cash paying guests. Pets are allowed in smokin...

Donegal - Days Inn, Donegal
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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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Mill Run.
 Whitewater Near Mill Run:
Whites Creek, Somerset County , 3 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Listonburg to Casselman River)
Bear Creek, Garrett County , 4 miles away, Class IV - 7 miles long (US 219 to Youghiogheny River at Friendsville)
Drake Run, Somerset County , 7 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2 miles long (Draketown to Youghiogheny River)
Youghiogheny River, Garrett County , 7 miles away, Class IV-V - 9.9 miles long (Sang Run Road to Friendsville)
Youghiogheny River, Fayette County , 9 miles away, Class II - 10.4 miles long (Confluence to Ohiopyle)
Casselman River, Garrett (MD) Somerset (PA) County , 9 miles away, Class II-III - 6.2 miles long (Markleton to Harnedsville)
Laurel Hill Creek, Somerset County , 10 miles away, Class II+ - 16.2 miles long (Laruel Hill State Park to Ursina)
Casselman River - North Branch, Garrett County , 11 miles away, Class I-III+ - 6 miles long (Dung Hill Road to Maryland Route 485)
Deep Creek, Garrett County , 12 miles away, Class V - 1.4 miles long (Dam to Youghiogheny River)
Youghiogheny River, Garrett County , 12 miles away, Class IV-V - 3 miles long (Bridge above Swallow Falls to Deep Creek Power Plant)
 Ski Areas Near Mill Run:
Wisp, Maryland , 9 miles away, 610 vertical feet
Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 17 miles away, 750 vertical feet
Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 19 miles away, 610 vertical feet
The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 27 miles away, 940 vertical feet
Timberline, West Virginia , 36 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 38 miles away, 850 vertical feet
Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 49 miles away, 180 vertical feet
Bryce Resort, Virginia , 62 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 63 miles away, 1072 vertical feet
Massanutten, Virginia , 81 miles away, 1100 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Mill Run:
Wisp Resort, Mchenry , 9 miles away
Comfort Inn Grantsville, Grantsville , 16 miles away
Donegal - Days Inn, Donegal , 21 miles away
Somerset Super 8 Motel, Somerset , 24 miles away
Somerset Knights Inn, Somerset , 24 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Mill Run:
Mill Run Campground, Confluence, 5 miles away
Tub Run Campground, Confluence, 5 miles away
Outflow Campground, Confluence, 5 miles away
 Trails Near Mill Run:
Great Gorge Trail, Fayette County , 14 miles away
 Lakes Near Mill Run

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