Pennsylvania whitewater - Chest Creek, Cambria/Clearfield County

Cambria/Clearfield county, LR11038 to West Br. Susquehanna River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-III     34 miles
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so you'd better keep in mind that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. This stretch of Chest Creek is 34 miles long and is a class I-III section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The scenic beauty of Cambria/Clearfield County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before
    you come because it is a very popular destination. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while have a lot of people coming here. The starting point is not too far from Johnstown, as you can see on the road map further down. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby.
This is the only paddling stretch along Chest Creek. A stretch of this length does require some preparations, so make sure you pack enough food along with your camping gear. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places.

Briefly about the general area:
Driscoll Hollow is in the vicinity of Chest Creek and is a glorious site. During the summertime months highs here at Chest Creek get into the 70's. For the duration of the moonlight hours it's frequently in the 50's. Daytime highs through the winter
 
are in the 20's while the cold winter nights at Chest Creek are in the 10's.
Chest Creek gets a common amount of precipitation; the month with most of the rain is June, and January is when it's the driest.

Chest Creek, LR11038 to West Br. Susquehanna River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-III
Length: 34 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 40.52555
Longitude: -78.66001

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 40.87611
Longitude: -78.73111

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Current weather conditions at Chest Creek, Pennsylvania
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Local climate location: DU BOIS FAA AP 23 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Red Carpet Inn & Suites Ebensburg, Ebensburg
13 miles away
Affordable accommodations in a full-service facility with restaurant, lounge, meeting space, and High Speed Internet on PA Route 22 in Ebensburg. We are convenient to skiing, golf, shopping, dining, p...

Comfort Inn Ebensburg, Ebensburg
13 miles away
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Budget Inn Clearfield, Clearfield
19 miles away
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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Chest Creek.
 Whitewater Near Chest Creek:
Little Conemaugh River, Cambria County , 15 miles away, Class III - 5.6 miles long (Lilly to Portage)
Clearfield Creek, Cambria/Clearfield County , 15 miles away, Class I-II - 62.2 miles long (Ashville to West Br.Susquehanna River)
Blacklick Creek - South Branch, Cambria County , 16 miles away, Class II-III - 9 miles long (Route 271 to Vintondale)
Anderson Creek, Clearfield County , 19 miles away, Class II-III - 12.2 miles long (US Route 322 to West Br. Susquehanna)
Little Mahoning Creek, Indiana County , 20 miles away, Class II - 6 miles long (Nashville to Rochester Mills)
Little Conemaugh River, Cambria County , 21 miles away, Class II - 10.2 miles long (South Fork to Johnstown)
Paint Creek, Somerset County , 27 miles away, Class V - 2.7 miles long (SR 56 to Stonycreek River)
Stonycreek River, Somerset County , 28 miles away, Class III-IV - 4.6 miles long (Foustwell to Carpenters Park)
Clear Shade Creek, Somerset County , 29 miles away, Class III - 5.5 miles long (Crum Road to Shade Creek)
Roaring Fork, Somerset County , 29 miles away, Class IV - 1.5 miles long (Rt 160 Bridge to confluence with Shade Creek)
 Ski Areas Near Chest Creek:
Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 23 miles away, 1072 vertical feet
The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 43 miles away, 940 vertical feet
Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 51 miles away, 610 vertical feet
Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 55 miles away, 750 vertical feet
Tussey Mountain, Pennsylvania , 65 miles away, 520 vertical feet
Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 74 miles away, 180 vertical feet
Wisp, Maryland , 76 miles away, 610 vertical feet
Holiday Valley, New York , 82 miles away, 750 vertical feet
Ski Denton, Pennsylvania , 82 miles away, 650 vertical feet
Holimont, New York , 82 miles away, 700 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Chest Creek:
Red Carpet Inn & Suites Ebensburg, Ebensburg , 13 miles away
Comfort Inn Ebensburg, Ebensburg , 13 miles away
Budget Inn Clearfield, Clearfield , 19 miles away
Hampton Inn Altoona, Altoona , 20 miles away
Best Western Inn & Conference Center, Dubois , 23 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Chest Creek:
Living waters Camp, Cherry Tree, 8 miles away
Zimmie's Campground, Fallentimber, 8 miles away
Woodland Park, Ebensburg, 14 miles away

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