Ohio whitewater - Wakatomica Creek, Muskingum County

Muskingum county, to Muskingum River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II+     12 miles
  The natural beauty of Muskingum County and the water flowing gracefully down Wakatomica Creek will make you feel great. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Coshocton, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The to Muskingum River stretch of Wakatomica Creek in Muskingum County is 12 miles long and is a class II+ section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. This is the only paddling stretch along Wakatomica Creek. Getting a good workout and just hanging out with mother nature have a lot of people coming
    here. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. There's camping available near Wakatomica Creek. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you won't find
a large number of other spots. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Ohio is often easier than elsewhere, so keep in mind that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere.

Briefly about the general area:
Summertime brings highs in the 80's to Wakatomica Creek while overnight lows are typically in the 50's. High temperatures throughout the winter are normally in the 30's, and during the dark hours in the winter at Wakatomica Creek temperatures sink to the 10's. The annual rainfall here at Wakatomica Creek is about average; July is the month that gets the most rain while February is typically the driest month.
 

Wakatomica Creek, to Muskingum River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II+
Length: 12 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 40.1082
Longitude: -82.1278

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 40.1258
Longitude: -82.00171

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Current weather conditions at Wakatomica Creek, Ohio
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Local climate location: DANVILLE 10 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Zanesville Super 8 Motel, Zanesville
9 miles away
The Super 8 Zanesville is conveniently located off I-70 at exit 152. We offer updated guestrooms, new breakfast room (with SuperStart Breakfast available), and our hospitality staff. We are located 20...

Fairfield Inn By Marriott Zanesville, Zanesville
10 miles away
The Fairfield Inn by Marriott in Zanesville, Ohio is located just off I-70 at exit 155 beside the beautiful Muskinghum River. Local attraction include: The Wilds, Longaberger Basket Company, Dillon La...

Comfort Inn Zanesville, Zanesville
10 miles away
Close to Longaberger Company-Largest Manufacturer of handmade baskets, The Wilds, Y-Bridge, Zane Grey Museum, The Lorena Sternwheeler, The Putnam Manse and Eaglesticks Golf Course. Pet accommodation: ...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Wakatomica Creek.
 Whitewater Near Wakatomica Creek:
Licking River, Licking/ Muskingum County , 8 miles away, Class II - 4.2 miles long (Ridgely Tract to Dillon Falls)
Licking River, Licking County , 15 miles away, Class I - 8.6 miles long (Newark to Rock Haven Park)
Rocky Fork, Licking County , 15 miles away, Class I - 10 miles long (Hickman to Licking River)
Kokosing River, Coshocton/ Knox County , 20 miles away, Class I-II - 12 miles long (Gambier to Walhonding River)
 Ski Areas Near Wakatomica Creek:
Clear Fork, Ohio , 35 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Snow Trails, Ohio , 40 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Boston Mills, Ohio , 70 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Brandywine, Ohio , 71 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Alpine Valley, Ohio , 93 miles away, 230 vertical feet
Spicy Run Mountain, Ohio , 96 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Mad River, Ohio , 112 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Winterplace, West Virginia , 148 miles away, 603 vertical feet
Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 161 miles away, 180 vertical feet
Pine Nob, Michigan , 166 miles away, 300 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Wakatomica Creek:
Zanesville Super 8 Motel, Zanesville , 9 miles away
Fairfield Inn By Marriott Zanesville, Zanesville , 10 miles away
Comfort Inn Zanesville, Zanesville , 10 miles away
Econo Lodge Zanesville, Zanesville , 10 miles away
Baymont Inn & Suites Zanesville -Former Amerihost, Zanesville , 10 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Wakatomica Creek:
Wild Bill's Resort, Nashport, 5 miles away
Wolfie's Family Camping, Zanesville, 10 miles away
National Road Campground, Zanesville, 12 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Wakatomica Creek:
Vista View Golf Course, Nashport , 5 miles away

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