Pennsylvania whitewater - Casselman River, Somerset County Somerset county, Salisbury to Markleton section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     27.1 miles   The Salisbury to Markleton stretch of Casselman River is 27.1 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class I-II section of whitewater. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Pennsylvania are often easier than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. The nature scenery of Pennsylvania and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream beats anything. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come.     The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Somerset, as you can see on the road map further down. There are so many stretches to paddle in this river system, the Salisbury to Markleton stretch is just one of many. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling rivers. You can enjoy this stretch more if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your camp stove. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Briefly about the general area: Casselman River is a wet location that gets a lot of rain; the month of May is the wettest with most of the rain while February is typically the driest month. Summertime at Casselman River comes with high temperatures   in the 80's; all through summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. High temperatures during the wintertime are normally in the 30's; after the sun is down all through the wintertime temperatures at Casselman River plunge into the 10's. The landscape around Casselman River is dominated by the Negro Mountain; the beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Baughman Spring. Shelter Rocks is an attention-grabbing spot to check out while at Casselman River. Casselman River, Salisbury to Markleton road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II Length: 27.1 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.75469 Longitude: -79.09401 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.8599 Longitude: -79.2286 Paddler input for Casselman River, Pennsylvania: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Casselman River, Pennsylvania Local climate location: DONEGAL 15 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Comfort Inn Grantsville, Grantsville 8 miles away Convenient interstate location. Pet accommodation: 10.00 per night per pet. Limit 2 pets per room. Refundable Pet Deposit: 50.00 USD, due at check in for cash paying guests. Pets are allowed in smokin... 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Outdoors Recreation Near Somerset, Pennsylvania Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Somerset, Pennsylvania, the metro area neareast to Casselman River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Casselman River.   Whitewater Near Casselman River: Casselman River, Garrett County , 5 miles away, Class I-II - 11.5 miles long (MD Route 485 to Salisbury Pennsylvania) Casselman River, Garrett (MD) Somerset (PA) County , 6 miles away, Class II-III - 6.2 miles long (Markleton to Harnedsville) Casselman River - North Branch, Garrett County , 10 miles away, Class I-III+ - 6 miles long (Dung Hill Road to Maryland Route 485) Laurel Hill Creek, Somerset County , 11 miles away, Class II+ - 16.2 miles long (Laruel Hill State Park to Ursina) Whites Creek, Somerset County , 11 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Listonburg to Casselman River) Savage River, Garrett County , 13 miles away, Class II(IV) - 12.5 miles long (Avilton Lonaconing Road to Head of Savage Reservoir) Mill Run, Garrett County , 13 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 8 miles long (Pigs Ear Road to Yough River Lake) Drake Run, Somerset County , 15 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2 miles long (Draketown to Youghiogheny River) Bear Creek, Garrett County , 16 miles away, Class IV - 7 miles long (US 219 to Youghiogheny River at Friendsville) Savage River, Garrett County , 17 miles away, Class III-IV - 4.5 miles long (Dam to North Branch Potomac River)   Ski Areas Near Casselman River: Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 15 miles away, 610 vertical feet Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 15 miles away, 750 vertical feet The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 19 miles away, 940 vertical feet Wisp, Maryland , 19 miles away, 610 vertical feet Timberline, West Virginia , 44 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 46 miles away, 850 vertical feet Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 49 miles away, 1072 vertical feet Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 54 miles away, 180 vertical feet Bryce Resort, Virginia , 59 miles away, 500 vertical feet Massanutten, Virginia , 80 miles away, 1100 vertical feet   Hotels Near Casselman River: Comfort Inn Grantsville, Grantsville , 8 miles away Holiday Inn Somerset,Pa, Somerset , 12 miles away Budget Host Inn Somerset, Somerset , 12 miles away Quality Inn Somerset, Somerset , 12 miles away Somerset Super 8 Motel, Somerset , 12 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Casselman River: Lost Mountain Campground, Rockwood, 8 miles away Scottyland Camping Resort and RV, Rockwood, 10 miles away Mason Dixon Campground, Meyersdale, 10 miles away   Trails Near Casselman River: Wolf Rocks Trail, Westmoreland County , 17 miles away Spruce Run Trail, Somerset County , 18 miles away East End Trail, Somerset County , 18 miles away Brant Trail, Westmoreland County , 19 miles away Darr Trail, Westmoreland County , 19 miles away   Lakes Near Casselman River