Maryland whitewater - Youghiogheny River, Garrett County Garrett county, Sang Run Road to Friendsville section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V     9.9 miles   The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Maryland are often more forgiving than in other states, so better not forget that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. The natural beauty of Garrett County and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. The Sang Run Road to Friendsville section of Youghiogheny River in Maryland is 9.9 miles long and is a class IV-V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night,     but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find lots of paddling rivers. On this section you do get some distance, it's perfect for a one day trip. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Sang Run Road to Friendsville section is just one of many. A bit of exercise and spending some quality time in nature will have you coming back for more. There's camping available near Youghiogheny River. Briefly about the general area: All the water falling down from the sky makes Youghiogheny River a wet place; the wettest month of the year is usually July, that's the one that rains the most while February is the month with the least amount of precipitation. Throughout the summer at Youghiogheny   River temperatures are regularly in the 80's. All through the dark hours of summer temperatures sink down into the 60's. High temperatures throughout the wintertime are normally in the 30's, and overnight lows in the 10's for Youghiogheny River. It's always pleasant to stop at Gap Falls. Youghiogheny River, Sang Run Road to Friendsville road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV-V Length: 9.9 miles Average Gradient: 52 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.5738 Longitude: -79.43159 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.6639 Longitude: -79.4075 Paddler input for Youghiogheny River, Maryland: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Youghiogheny River, Maryland Local climate location: UNIONTOWN 3 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Wisp Resort, Mchenry 5 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... Heldreth Motel, Kingwood 20 miles away The Heldreth Motel Kingwood, a Magnuson Hotels affiliate, is located just 3 miles from the US Army Training Camp Dawson, 30 minutes from West Virginia University at Morgantown, and the Federal Bureau ... Comfort Inn Grantsville, Grantsville 21 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...   All Maryland Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Maryland. Books about whitewater paddling on Youghiogheny River, Maryland List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Youghiogheny River, Maryland. Find a whitewater outfitter in Maryland Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. 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 Youghiogheny River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Youghiogheny River.   Whitewater Near Youghiogheny River: Bear Creek, Garrett County , 4 miles away, Class IV - 7 miles long (US 219 to Youghiogheny River at Friendsville) Deep Creek, Garrett County , 6 miles away, Class V - 1.4 miles long (Dam to Youghiogheny River) Youghiogheny River, Garrett County , 6 miles away, Class IV-V - 3 miles long (Bridge above Swallow Falls to Deep Creek Power Plant) Muddy Creek, Garrett County , 6 miles away, Class III - 3.7 miles long (Below Browning Dam to eddy right above Muddy Creek Falls) Mill Run, Garrett County , 7 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 8 miles long (Pigs Ear Road to Yough River Lake) Youghiogheny River, Garrett County , 8 miles away, Class IV - 4 miles long (Tippy-Top) Whites Creek, Somerset County , 11 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Listonburg to Casselman River) Youghiogheny River, Fayette County , 12 miles away, Class II - 10.4 miles long (Confluence to Ohiopyle) Beaver Creek, Fayette County , 12 miles away, Class IV-V - 4 miles long (LR 26023 to confluence with Meadow Run) Youghiogheny River, Garrett County , 12 miles away, Class I-II - 15.5 miles long (US Route 50 to Millers Run)   Ski Areas Near Youghiogheny River: Wisp, Maryland , 5 miles away, 610 vertical feet Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 23 miles away, 750 vertical feet Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 26 miles away, 610 vertical feet Timberline, West Virginia , 31 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 33 miles away, 850 vertical feet The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 34 miles away, 940 vertical feet Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 51 miles away, 180 vertical feet Bryce Resort, Virginia , 62 miles away, 500 vertical feet Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 70 miles away, 1072 vertical feet Snowshoe, West Virginia , 75 miles away, 1500 vertical feet   Hotels Near Youghiogheny River: Wisp Resort, Mchenry , 5 miles away Heldreth Motel, Kingwood , 20 miles away Comfort Inn Grantsville, Grantsville , 21 miles away Donegal - Days Inn, Donegal , 26 miles away Canaan Valley Resort and Conf Ctr, Davis , 26 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Youghiogheny River: Double G Campground, Mc Henry, 8 miles away Mill Run Campground, Confluence, 10 miles away Tub Run Campground, Confluence, 10 miles away   Trails Near Youghiogheny River: Great Gorge Trail, Fayette County , 14 miles away