Ohio whitewater - Licking River, Licking/ Muskingum County

Licking/ Muskingum county, Ridgely Tract to Dillon Falls section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II     4.2 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Ohio are often easier than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. This section of Licking River in Ohio is 4.2 miles long and is a class II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. This river system has a few good paddling stretches and the Ridgely Tract to Dillon Falls section is one of them. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Coshocton, there's a road map further down the page with more info
    on that. The wonderful Ohio scenery and the playfulness of the water make the trip here worthwhile. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, good for a one day paddling trip. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming
back for more. If you'll be staying in a hotel you're in luck, lodging is available very near the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way around here you won't find a large number of other rivers. There's camping available near Licking River.

Briefly about the general area:
At Licking River during the months of summer highs are in the 80's, and through summer nights temperatures are in the 60's. For the duration of the winter highs are
 
in the 30's, and after the sun is down through the wintertime temperatures at Licking River drop into the 10's.
Licking River gets a typical amount of rainfall; July is when you get the most rain here; February is the month with the least moisture.

Licking River, Ridgely Tract to Dillon Falls road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II
Length: 4.2 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.9905
Longitude: -82.0806

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.94969
Longitude: -82.0256

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Current weather conditions at Licking River, Ohio
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Local climate location: NEWARK WATER WORKS 14 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Licking River.
 Whitewater Near Licking River:
Wakatomica Creek, Muskingum County , 8 miles away, Class II+ - 12 miles long (to Muskingum River)
Licking River, Licking County , 16 miles away, Class I - 8.6 miles long (Newark to Rock Haven Park)
Rocky Fork, Licking County , 18 miles away, Class I - 10 miles long (Hickman to Licking River)
Kokosing River, Coshocton/ Knox County , 26 miles away, Class I-II - 12 miles long (Gambier to Walhonding River)
 Ski Areas Near Licking River:
Clear Fork, Ohio , 41 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Snow Trails, Ohio , 47 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Boston Mills, Ohio , 76 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Brandywine, Ohio , 78 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Spicy Run Mountain, Ohio , 93 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Alpine Valley, Ohio , 99 miles away, 230 vertical feet
Mad River, Ohio , 114 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Winterplace, West Virginia , 141 miles away, 603 vertical feet
Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 161 miles away, 180 vertical feet
Snowshoe, West Virginia , 165 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Licking River:
Zanesville Super 8 Motel, Zanesville , 1 miles away
Travelodge Of Zanesville, Zanesville , 4 miles away
Fairfield Inn By Marriott Zanesville, Zanesville , 4 miles away
Econo Lodge Zanesville, Zanesville , 4 miles away
Amerihost Inn Zanesville, Zanesville , 4 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Licking River:
Wolfie's Family Camping, Zanesville, 4 miles away
Wild Bill's Resort, Nashport, 6 miles away
National Road Campground, Zanesville, 7 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Licking River:
Green Valley Golf Club, Zanesville , 4 miles away
Vista View Golf Course, Nashport , 5 miles away
 Lakes Near Licking River

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