New York whitewater - Stony Clove Creek, Catskill Mountains, Greene/ Ulster County

Greene/ Ulster county, Confluence of Warner Creek and Siver Creek to Esopus River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-IV     3.5 miles
  The Confluence of Warner Creek and Siver Creek to Esopus River stretch of Stony Clove Creek in Greene/ Ulster County is 3.5 miles long and is a class III-IV section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The put-in location is a short drive from Kingston, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in New York are harder than the national norm, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. The campgrounds here at Stony Clove Creek
    are pretty good. The wonderful Greene/ Ulster County scenery and the playfulness of the water beats anything. Whitewater paddling here in the Catskill Mountains is a great experience. This stretch is short so you'll have to walk back to the start over and over. A bit of exercise
and just hanging out with mother nature have people coming from far and near. This is the only paddling stretch along Stony Clove Creek. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.

Briefly about the general area:
Stony Clove Creek sees pretty high levels of precipitation; November is when you get the
 
most rain here while February is the month with the least amount of precipitation. You just can't picture the amount of outdoors enjoyable things the Catskill Mountains has to offer. There are magnificent places to discover along the Phoenicia Trail.
Go for a hike on the Willow Trail; if you crave a little side trip, try Ox Clove. High temperatures at Stony Clove Creek through the days of summer are in the 70's, and during the night it cools down to the 50's. High temperatures during the wintertime are normally in the 20's with winter lows in the 0's overnight here at Stony Clove Creek.

Stony Clove Creek, Confluence of Warner Creek and Siver Creek to Esopus River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-IV
Length: 3.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 42.10179
Longitude: -74.29721

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 42.08119
Longitude: -74.31401

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Current weather conditions at Stony Clove Creek, Catskill Mountains, New York
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Local climate location: SLIDE MOUNTAIN 5 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Hotel Vienna, Windham
12 miles away
Windham is set high in the Catskill Mountains. In winter there is Windham Mountain and other winter sports. Year-round it offers excellent recreational opportunities. In summer, the air is delightfull...

Winwood Inn, Windham
12 miles away
Step off the slopes and its a short ride to relaxation. Our hotel shuttle will quickly deliver everyone and his or her gear to the warm and cozy Winwood Inn. Its close and very affordable. Our rooms a...

Hotel Mountain Brook, Tannersville
13 miles away
Luxury boutique hotel located in the Catskill Mountains only 4 miles from Hunter Mountain....



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Stony Clove Creek.
 Whitewater Near Stony Clove Creek:
Woodland Creek, Ulster County , 2 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.2 miles long (Woodland Valley Campground to Esopus River)
Esopus Creek, ulster County , 3 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Allaben portal to Mt. Pleasant)
Esopus Creek, Ulster County , 4 miles away, Class II-III - 17 miles long (Big Indian to Boiceville)
West Kill River, Greene County , 7 miles away, Class II-IV - 7.7 miles long (Albinos Pizzeria to Schoharie Creek)
East Kill River, Greene County , 7 miles away, Class II-IV - 5 miles long (Route 296 bridge to Jewett Center)
Batavia Kill River, Greene County , 11 miles away, Class II-V+ - 5.7 miles long (Swinging Bridge to Route 23-A bridge)
Rondout Creek, Ulster/ Sullivan County , 12 miles away, Class II-IV - 8.5 miles long (Buttermilk Falls Brook to Rondout)
Schoharie Creek, Greene County , 12 miles away, Class I-III - 9 miles long (Lexington to Prattsville)
Saw Kill River, Ulster County , 12 miles away, Class II-V - 5.5 miles long (Meads Mountain Road bridge to Chestnut Hill Road)
Vly Creek, Delaware/ Greene County , 14 miles away, Class II-III - 3.5 miles long (Elk Creek Road bridge to Lake Switzerland)
 Ski Areas Near Stony Clove Creek:
Hunter Mountain, New York , 9 miles away, 1600 vertical feet
Windham Mountain, New York , 11 miles away, 1600 vertical feet
Belleayre, New York , 14 miles away, 1404 vertical feet
Ski Plattekill, New York , 26 miles away, 1100 vertical feet
Holiday Mountain, New York , 32 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Mt. Peter, New York , 43 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Tuxedo Ridge, New York , 44 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Hidden Valley, New Jersey , 48 miles away, 620 vertical feet
Mountain Creek, New Jersey , 48 miles away, 1040 vertical feet
Catamount, Massachusetts , 57 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Stony Clove Creek:
Hotel Vienna, Windham , 12 miles away
Winwood Inn, Windham , 12 miles away
Hotel Mountain Brook, Tannersville , 13 miles away
Sparrowhawk Affaires, Stone Ridge , 15 miles away
Lexington at Hudson Valley Resort, Kerhonkson , 17 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Stony Clove Creek:
Phoenicia Black Bear Campground & RV Park, Phoenicia, Kingston, 1 miles away
Sleepy Hollow Camp Site, Phoenicia, 1 miles away
Romer Mountain Park, Phoenicia, 2 miles away
 Trails Near Stony Clove Creek:
Phoenicia Trail, Ulster County , 2 miles away
Willow Trail, Ulster County , 3 miles away
Spruceton Trail, Greene County , 7 miles away
Kanape Jeep Trail, Ulster County , 9 miles away
Vernooy Falls Trail, Ulster County , 12 miles away
 National Parks Near Stony Clove Creek:
Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River, Beach Lake - PA , 61 miles away
Delaware National Scenic River, Bushkill - PA , 65 miles away

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