Pennsylvania whitewater - Conemaugh River, Cambria/ Westmoreland County Cambria/ Westmoreland county, Johnstown to Torrance section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     25.9 miles   Are you traveling to Johnstown/Somerset region to do some whitewater kayaking.  As a member of the Benscreek Canoe and Kayak club and a native to this area, if you need to know where some of the best rapids can be found and or places for lodging that is kayak freindly, send me an email:  dcberk@yahoo.com Says Dave Berkebile I live on the Conemaugh and have been canoeing and kayaking here for about 4 years now.  It is mostly a calm river but there are a few portions that can test you. The river is pretty much manageable at any time of year but     take caution after rains because it can turn into a raging torrent in just a little while.  Also if you are into fishing their are many good spot all along the river. Bass, trout, carp, perch, Muskie and even pike can all be caught if you talk to any of the locals they will probably lead you in the right direction.  A final note, if you are looking for a place to launch/pull out don't be afraid to talk to a local land owner and ask for permission. Most will say yes or else help you find a good place to go. Says Keith, New Florence The Johnstown to Torrance stretch of Conemaugh River in Cambria/ Westmoreland County is 25.9 miles long and is a class I-II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The average Pennsylvania whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states,   so keep in mind that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. 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. This stretch is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so pack your camp stove. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Indiana, as you can see on the road map further down. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. The Johnstown to Torrance section is the only paddling section along Conemaugh River. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. The wonderful Pennsylvania scenery and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream will make you feel great. Getting some good exercise and just hanging out with mother nature have people coming from far and near. Briefly about the general area: While you're here at Conemaugh River you can take a hike along the Laurel Highlands Trail. Conemaugh River is a reasonably wet place ordinarily with a large amount of rainfall; through July this area sees the most rain; February is when it's the driest. High temperatures at Conemaugh River all through the months of summer are in the 80's, and during summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. High temperatures throughout the wintertime are normally in the 30's, and during the dark hours in the winter at Conemaugh River temperatures dip to the 10's. Conemaugh River, Johnstown to Torrance road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II Length: 25.9 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 40.3325 Longitude: -78.92431 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 40.4178 Longitude: -79.2093 Paddler input for Conemaugh River, Pennsylvania: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Conemaugh River, Pennsylvania Local climate location: INDIANA 0 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Conemaugh River.   Whitewater Near Conemaugh River: Tubmill Creek, Westmoreland County , 5 miles away, Class I-III - 5.6 miles long (Route 711 to Bolivar) Blacklick Creek, Indiana County , 7 miles away, Class II-IV - 10 miles long (Route 56 to Josephine) Quemahoning Creek, Somerset County , 11 miles away, Class III - 3.62 miles long (SR 160 to Quemahoning Dam) Quemahoning Creek, Somerset County , 12 miles away, Class III - 3.4 miles long (Boswell to Reservoir) Stonycreek River, Somerset County , 14 miles away, Class II+(III) - 1.7 miles long (Hollsopple to Foustwell) Stonycreek River, Somerset County , 14 miles away, Class III-IV - 4.6 miles long (Foustwell to Carpenters Park) Paint Creek, Somerset County , 15 miles away, Class V - 2.7 miles long (SR 56 to Stonycreek River) Little Conemaugh River, Cambria County , 15 miles away, Class II - 10.2 miles long (South Fork to Johnstown) Blacklick Creek - South Branch, Cambria County , 16 miles away, Class II-III - 9 miles long (Route 271 to Vintondale) Shade Creek, Somerset County , 18 miles away, Class III-IV - 9.6 miles long (Confluence of Dark and Clear Shade to Stony Creek)   Ski Areas Near Conemaugh River: The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 13 miles away, 940 vertical feet Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 21 miles away, 610 vertical feet Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 25 miles away, 754 vertical feet Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 36 miles away, 1072 vertical feet Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 47 miles away, 180 vertical feet Wisp, Maryland , 48 miles away, 700 vertical feet Timberline, West Virginia , 74 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 76 miles away, 850 vertical feet Bryce Resort, Virginia , 85 miles away, 500 vertical feet Tussey Mountain, Pennsylvania , 93 miles away, 500 vertical feet   Hotels Near Conemaugh River: Holiday Inn JOHNSTOWN-DOWNTOWN, Johnstown , 10 miles away Econo Lodge Johnstown, Johnstown , 11 miles away Hampton Inn Suites Blairsville, Blairsville , 11 miles away Quality Inn & Suites Indiana, Indiana , 13 miles away Holiday Inn INDIANA, Indiana , 13 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Conemaugh River: Mirror Lake Resort, New Florence, 1 miles away L and M Campgrounds, Penn Run, 10 miles away Yellow Creek Camp Ground, Penn Run, 12 miles away   Trails Near Conemaugh River: Laurel Highlands Trail, Westmoreland County , 6 miles away Clark Run Trail, Indiana County , 6 miles away Roger Mountain Trail, Indiana County , 7 miles away East End Trail, Somerset County , 13 miles away Spruce Run Trail, Somerset County , 14 miles away   Lakes Near Conemaugh River