Pennsylvania whitewater - Drake Run, Somerset County
Somerset
county,
Draketown to Youghiogheny River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS IV-V+ 2 miles
This section of Drake Run is 2 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class IV-V+ section. The natural beauty of Somerset County and the cool fresh water beats anything. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often easier than elsewhere, so don't forget that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere. The Draketown to Youghiogheny River stretch is the only paddling stretch along Drake Run. This stretch is short so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. 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. The starting location is a short drive from Somerset, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Some people prefer whitewater
rafting and some kayaking, either way around here you'll find a large number of good places. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors have people coming from far and near.
Briefly about the general area: Near Drake Run you stumble on Ohiopyle Gorge which is a splendid place to check out. Drake Run sees pretty high levels of precipitation; throughout the month of July you get the most rain around here, and the driest of the months is February. For
the duration of the summer months at Drake Run highs are mostly in the 80's. When the night sets in temperatures descend down into the 50's. Highs all through the wintertime are mostly in the 30's, and winter nights come with lows in the 10's to Drake Run.
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