New York whitewater - Sixmile Creek, Tompkins County

Tompkins county, Rt 79 to Brooktondale section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS V     3 miles
  The starting point is not too far from Ithaca, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The beautiful scenery of New York and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so you'd better keep in mind that many runs in this state are not easy. The campgrounds here at Sixmile Creek are pretty good. The Rt 79 to Brooktondale section of Sixmile Creek is 3 miles long and it is classified as a class V section by
    American Whitewater. No need to look hard for hotels, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions for lots of people. The Rt 79 to Brooktondale section is the only paddling
section along Sixmile Creek. This is a short paddling stretch so better bring some good walking shoes.

Briefly about the general area:
All through the days of summer highs here at Sixmile Creek reach the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures descend down into the 50's. High temperatures all through the wintertime are normally in the 30's while Sixmile Creek nighttime low temperatures all through the winter are in the 10's.
A normal amount of precipitation falls here at Sixmile Creek; during June this area sees the most rain, and January is when it's the driest.
 

Sixmile Creek, Rt 79 to Brooktondale road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: V
Length: 3 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 42.40259
Longitude: -76.43561

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 42.38199
Longitude: -76.38701

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Current weather conditions at Sixmile Creek, New York
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Local climate location: AURORA RESEARCH FARM 2 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Best Western University Inn, Ithaca
4 miles away
The Best Western University Inn is a ground level hotel located on the grounds of Cornell University. Our unique rooms have cathedral ceilings that offer a spacious setting. We are only 4 miles from t...

Statler Hotel at Cornell University, Ithaca
6 miles away
The Statler Hotel is centrally located on the beautiful Cornell campus overlooking the rolling country side and the city of Ithaca, the heart of the scenic Finger Lakes region of New York State. We o...

Courtyard By Marriott Ithaca-Lansing, Ithaca
6 miles away
Located in the heart of the Finger Lakes Region the award winning Ithaca Courtyard by Marriott is minutes from Cornell University, Ithaca College and an abundance of area wineries and features complim...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Ithaca, New York, the metro area neareast to Sixmile Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Sixmile Creek.
 Whitewater Near Sixmile Creek:
Fall Creek, Tompkins County , 4 miles away, Class II-III - 8 miles long (Etna to Forest Home)
Fall Creek, Tompkins County , 4 miles away, Class II - 6 miles long (Route 13 Bridge to Cornell Plantations)
Fall Creek, Tompkins County , 5 miles away, Class IV-V - 1 miles long (Cornell Plantations to Beebe Lake)
Cascadilla Creek, Tompkins County , 6 miles away, Class V - 2 miles long (Collegetown to Ithaca)
Salmon Creek, Tompkins County , 12 miles away, Class II - 2 miles long (Ludlowville Falls to Cayuga Lake)
Taughannock Creek, Tompkins County , 16 miles away, Class II-III - 1 miles long (Above 80-foot waterfall)
Taughannock Creek, Tompkins County , 18 miles away, Class II-III+(IV) - 2 miles long (Podunk Road to Route 96 bridge)
Cayuta Creek, Schuyler County , 18 miles away, Class -blank- - 40 miles long (Main)
 Ski Areas Near Sixmile Creek:
Greek Peak, New York , 19 miles away, 952 vertical feet
Song Mountain, New York , 26 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Labrador Mountain, New York , 32 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Toggenburg, New York , 38 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Elk Mountain, Pennsylvania , 68 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Bristol Mountain, New York , 71 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
Montage Mountain, Pennsylvania , 74 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Ski Sawmill, Pennsylvania , 75 miles away, 515 vertical feet
Mount Tone, Pennsylvania , 81 miles away, 450 vertical feet
Jack Frost, Pennsylvania , 84 miles away, 600 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Sixmile Creek:
Best Western University Inn, Ithaca , 4 miles away
Statler Hotel at Cornell University, Ithaca , 6 miles away
Courtyard By Marriott Ithaca-Lansing, Ithaca , 6 miles away
Country Inn & Suites By Carlson of Ithaca, Ithaca , 6 miles away
Holiday Inn Ithaca, Ny, Ithaca , 7 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Sixmile Creek:
Buttermilk Falls, Ithaca, 6 miles away
Robert H. Treman, Ithaca, 7 miles away
Buckridge Nudist Park, Candor, 10 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Sixmile Creek:
Ithaca City Golf Course, Ithaca , 6 miles away
 Lakes Near Sixmile Creek

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