Pennsylvania whitewater - Brodhead Creek, Monroe County
Monroe
county,
Canadensis to mouth section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I-III 21.2 miles
Have you paddled the 21+ miles on this? If not, do you know anyone who has? Where are the CL3 spots on this river? Is the CL3 on this easier than most CL3 on NY? Says Jay Dee
The starting location is a short drive from East Stroudsburg, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. This section of Brodhead Creek in Monroe County is 21.2 miles long and has been rated as a class I-III section by American Whitewater. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Pennsylvania are often more forgiving 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. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so why not pack your camping stuff too. There are no other sections to paddle along Brodhead Creek than the
Canadensis to mouth section. Getting a good workout and just hanging out with mother nature will make you glad you came. No need to look hard for hotels, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The scenic beauty of Monroe County and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots.
Briefly about the general area: If you like skiing, you're
in luck; Alpine Mountain is near Brodhead Creek. Brodhead Creek ordinarily gets lots of rain; the month with most of the rain is May while February is the month with the least amount of precipitation. Summertime brings highs in the 70's to Brodhead Creek. Through the moonlight
hours it's usually in the 50's. The winter comes with highs in the 20's while the cold winter nights at Brodhead Creek are in the 10's.
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These outdoors activities are available near Brodhead Creek.
Paradise Creek, Monroe
County
, 5 miles away, Class III - 7.7 miles long (Keokee Chapel Lane to mouth)
Pocono Creek, Monroe
County
, 5 miles away, Class II-IV - 10.6 miles long (Tannersville to Stroudsburg)
Bush Kill Creek, Pike/Monroe
County
, 11 miles away, Class I-IV - 25 miles long (Pickeral Lake to Bushkill)
Wallenpaupack Creek - East Branch, Pike
County
, 14 miles away, Class III - 2.4 miles long (Sawmill Road to mouth)
Martins Creek, Northampton
County
, 15 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Flicksville to mouth)
Wallenpaupack Creek, Wayne
County
, 15 miles away, Class I-III - 9.8 miles long (Mountainview Road to Ledgedale Road)
Pequest River, Warren
County
, 19 miles away, Class I-II - 14 miles long (Great Meadows to Delaware River)
Shohola Creek, Pike
County
, 21 miles away, Class I-IV - 9.5 miles long (Shohola Falls Park to Mouth)
Hornbeck's Creek, Pike
County
, 21 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 1.8 miles long (Emery's Road to Route 209)
Lehigh River, Carbon / Lehigh / Northhampton / Monroe
County
, 22 miles away, Class I-III - 82.1 miles long (Pennsylvania Route 435 to Canal Park Allentown)