New York whitewater - Rondout Creek, Ulster County Ulster county, High Falls Dam to Wallkill River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-IV     7.5 miles   If you're coming from Kingston it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, as you can see on the road map further down. This stretch of Rondout Creek in Ulster County is 7.5 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II-IV section. The scenic beauty of Ulster County and the water flowing gracefully down Rondout Creek make the trip here worthwhile. No shortage of good hotels, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more     challenging than the national average, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many runs in this state are not easy. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling rivers. The High Falls Dam to Wallkill River section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. Briefly about the general area: The high level of rainfall makes Rondout Creek a rather wet spot; the month of November is the wettest with most of the rain, and February is when it's the driest. Throughout the warmest time of the year at Rondout Creek temperatures are commonly in the 70's,   and through summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. During the winter highs are in the 20's while Rondout Creek nighttime low temperatures all through the wintertime are in the 0's. Rondout Creek, High Falls Dam to Wallkill River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-IV Length: 7.5 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 41.82979 Longitude: -74.1325 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 41.85359 Longitude: -74.0489 Paddler input for Rondout Creek, New York: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Rondout Creek, New York Local climate location: SLIDE MOUNTAIN 14 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Mohonk Mountain House, New Paltz 4 miles away Mohonk Mountain House is a spectacular Victorian Castle overlooking Lake Mohonk, in the heart of a scenic natural area comprised of more than 26,000 acres. Since 1869, guests have found a place f... Super 8 Motel - New Paltz, Ny, New Paltz 5 miles away The Super 8 New Paltz is conveniently located just off I-87 midway between Albany and New York City. Enjoy world class hiking, biking and mountain climbing at nearby Shawangunk Mountains. We are loca... Sparrowhawk Affaires, Stone Ridge 5 miles away Hudson Valley antiquing, Woodstock Shopping, the Shawangunk Wine Trail, Hudson River Cruises and the Culinary institute of America are all within 10 to 30 minutes. Enjoy rock climbing, golf, cycling, ...   All New York Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in New York. Books about whitewater paddling on Rondout Creek, New York List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Rondout Creek, New York. Find a whitewater outfitter in New York Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Kingston, New York Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Kingston, New York, the metro area neareast to Rondout Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Rondout Creek.   Whitewater Near Rondout Creek: Wallkill River, Orange/ Ulster County , 7 miles away, Class I-II - 30 miles long (Walden to mouth) Rondout Creek, Ulster/ Sullivan County , 8 miles away, Class II-IV - 8.5 miles long (Buttermilk Falls Brook to Rondout) Saw Kill River, Ulster County , 9 miles away, Class II-IV - 4.5 miles long (Below Reservoir #1 to Saw Kill Road) Peters Kill River, Ulster County , 9 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 5.5 miles long (Minnewaska to Rondout Creek) Saw Kill River, Ulster County , 10 miles away, Class II-IV - 2.5 miles long (Below Reservoir #2 to Reservoir #1) Esopus Creek, Ulster County , 10 miles away, Class II-IV - 7.5 miles long (Stillwater Road to Tongore Road) Saw Kill River, Ulster County , 11 miles away, Class II-V - 5.5 miles long (Meads Mountain Road bridge to Chestnut Hill Road) Rochester Creek, Ulster County , 12 miles away, Class II-III - 5.5 miles long (Liebhardt to Mill Brook) Esopus Creek, Ulster County , 13 miles away, Class II-IV(V) - 7 miles long (Glenerie Falls to Saugerties) Plattekill Creek, Greene / Ulster County , 15 miles away, Class IV - 2 miles long (Platte Clove Road to West Saugerties)   Ski Areas Near Rondout Creek: Hunter Mountain, New York , 20 miles away, 1600 vertical feet Windham Mountain, New York , 26 miles away, 1600 vertical feet Sterling Forest, New York , 32 miles away, 400 vertical feet Belleayre, New York , 32 miles away, 1404 vertical feet Mt. Peter, New York , 34 miles away, 400 vertical feet Holiday Mountain, New York , 38 miles away, 400 vertical feet Thunder Ridge, New York , 39 miles away, 500 vertical feet Hidden Valley, New Jersey , 43 miles away, 620 vertical feet Mountain Creek, New Jersey , 44 miles away, 1040 vertical feet Ski Plattekill, New York , 45 miles away, 1100 vertical feet   Hotels Near Rondout Creek: Mohonk Mountain House, New Paltz , 4 miles away Super 8 Motel - New Paltz, Ny, New Paltz , 5 miles away Sparrowhawk Affaires, Stone Ridge , 5 miles away Rodeway Inn & Suites, New Paltz , 6 miles away Econo Lodge New Paltz, New Paltz , 6 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Rondout Creek: Camp Huntington, High Falls, 2 miles away Hidden Valley Lake, Kingston, 3 miles away Ulster County Four-h Camp, New Paltz, 5 miles away   Trails Near Rondout Creek: Kanape Jeep Trail, Ulster County , 16 miles away Willow Trail, Ulster County , 17 miles away Phoenicia Trail, Ulster County , 18 miles away Comfort Trail, Orange County , 19 miles away Vernooy Falls Trail, Ulster County , 19 miles away   National Parks Near Rondout Creek: Gateway National Recreation Area, Brooklyn - NY , 64 miles away Delaware National Scenic River, Bushkill - PA , 69 miles away   Golf Courses Near Rondout Creek: Stone Dock Golf Course, High Falls , 4 miles away Wiltwyck Country Club, Kingston , 5 miles away New Paltz Golf Course, New Paltz , 5 miles away   Lakes Near Rondout Creek