Maryland whitewater - Wills Creek, Allegany County
Allegany
county,
Ellerslie to North Branch Potomac section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I-II 6.1 miles
Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often easier than elsewhere, so don't forget that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. This section of Wills Creek in Allegany County is 6.1 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class I-II section of whitewater. The put-in is not too far from Cumberland, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, good for a one day paddling trip. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great
attractions for lots of people. If you'll be staying in a hotel you're in luck, lodging is available very near the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. This is one of a small number
of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way there are lots of good places for that around here.
Briefly about the general area: You have to undeniably pop by Lovers Leap if you're here at Wills Creek; a great place to stop by close by is The Narrows. At Wills Creek all through the summer months highs are in the 80's with overnight lows in the 50's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 30's while the cold winter nights at Wills
Creek are in the 10's. Big Blue Spring is an inspiring place to visit while you're here. An average amount of rain falls at Wills Creek; July is the wettest month with most rain, and February is when it's the driest.
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