Pennsylvania whitewater - Clearfield Creek, Cambria/Clearfield County
Cambria/Clearfield
county,
Ashville to West Br.Susquehanna River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I-II 62.2 miles
The put-in location is a reasonable drive from DuBois, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master in this state than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many of the sections here are safe for beginners. The Ashville to West Br.Susquehanna River section is the only paddling section along Clearfield Creek. A stretch this long is of course too much for a one day trip, perfect for a real wilderness
adventure. There's camping available near Clearfield Creek. Getting a good workout and spending some quality time in nature are great reasons to come. This section of Clearfield Creek in Pennsylvania is 62.2 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class I-II section.
Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way in this general area you won't find many other paddling spots. 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: During the months of summer here at Clearfield Creek, high temperatures typically get into the 70's, and throughout the night it cools down to the 50's. All through the wintertime highs are
regularly in the 20's, and through the dark hours in the wintertime at Clearfield Creek temperatures dip to the 10's. The amount of rainfall that falls at Clearfield Creek is close to the national average; June is the wettest month with most rain while January is commonly the driest month.
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