Pennsylvania whitewater - Loyalhanna Creek, Westmoreland County Westmoreland county, Rector to Latrobe section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     16.4 miles   If you're coming from Somerset it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. The Rector to Latrobe section of Loyalhanna Creek in Pennsylvania is 16.4 miles long and it is classified as a class I-II section by American Whitewater. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling spots. You can enjoy this section more if you take your time, so why not pack your camping stuff too. There's camping available near Loyalhanna Creek.     Getting your paddling muscles activated and spending some quality time in nature will make you glad you came. The scenic beauty of Westmoreland County and the playfulness of the water beats anything. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Pennsylvania is often easier than elsewhere, so better not forget that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. There are no other stretches to paddle along Loyalhanna Creek than the Rector to Latrobe stretch. Briefly about the general area: Nearby Saint Clair Hollow is a nice location to go if you're at Loyalhanna Creek. An average amount of rainfall falls at Loyalhanna Creek; the month with most of the rain is July while February is regularly the   driest month. Summertime brings highs in the 80's to Loyalhanna Creek while overnight lows are commonly in the 50's. All through the winter highs are in the 30's; nighttime lows in the 10's for Loyalhanna Creek. Loyalhanna Creek, Rector to Latrobe road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II Length: 16.4 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 40.19138 Longitude: -79.25584 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 40.32194 Longitude: -79.38112 Paddler input for Loyalhanna Creek, Pennsylvania: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Loyalhanna Creek, Pennsylvania Local climate location: SALINA 2 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Wingate by Wyndham - Latrobe, Latrobe 5 miles away Latrobe is a city known for its famous brewery (Rolling Rock is brewed here) and for being the birthplace of golf legend Arnold Palmer. Newly built hotel conveniently close to the areas main business... Ramada Inn At Historic Ligonier, Ligonier 5 miles away This award-winning Ramada is situated in the heart of charming Ligonier, a designated national historic district, in the beautiful Laurel Highlands of Southwestern Pennsylvania. This Ligonier hotel p... Donegal - Days Inn, Donegal 9 miles away Conveniently located at the gateway of the Laurel Highlands, the Days Inn Donegal is perfect whether you are visiting the Laurel Highlands for thrilling outdoor adventure or a great family getaway. T...   All Pennsylvania Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Pennsylvania. Books about whitewater paddling on Loyalhanna Creek, Pennsylvania List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Loyalhanna Creek, Pennsylvania. Find a whitewater outfitter in Pennsylvania Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. 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 Loyalhanna Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Loyalhanna Creek.   Whitewater Near Loyalhanna Creek: Fourmile Run, Westmoreland County , 5 miles away, Class II-IV - 10 miles long (Route 130 to Loyalhanna Creek at Darlington) Crabtree Creek, Westmoreland County , 11 miles away, Class II - 4.1 miles long (Crabtree to New Alexandria) Jacobs Creek, Westmoreland County , 12 miles away, Class III-IV - 4.5 miles long (Acme to Laurelville) Tubmill Creek, Westmoreland County , 14 miles away, Class I-III - 5.6 miles long (Route 711 to Bolivar) Blacklick Creek, Indiana County , 18 miles away, Class II-IV - 10 miles long (Route 56 to Josephine) Conemaugh River, Cambria/ Westmoreland County , 18 miles away, Class I-II - 25.9 miles long (Johnstown to Torrance) Laurel Hill Creek, Somerset County , 19 miles away, Class II+ - 16.2 miles long (Laruel Hill State Park to Ursina) Indian Creek, Fayette County , 19 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 4.9 miles long (Route 381 to Camp Carmel) Quemahoning Creek, Somerset County , 21 miles away, Class III - 3.62 miles long (SR 160 to Quemahoning Dam) Drake Run, Somerset County , 22 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2 miles long (Draketown to Youghiogheny River)   Ski Areas Near Loyalhanna Creek: Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 11 miles away, 610 vertical feet The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 12 miles away, 940 vertical feet Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 12 miles away, 750 vertical feet Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 32 miles away, 180 vertical feet Wisp, Maryland , 37 miles away, 610 vertical feet Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 53 miles away, 1072 vertical feet Timberline, West Virginia , 64 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 66 miles away, 850 vertical feet Bryce Resort, Virginia , 85 miles away, 500 vertical feet Peek N Peak, New York , 100 miles away, 400 vertical feet   Hotels Near Loyalhanna Creek: Wingate by Wyndham - Latrobe, Latrobe , 5 miles away Ramada Inn At Historic Ligonier, Ligonier , 5 miles away Donegal - Days Inn, Donegal , 9 miles away Comfort Inn Blairsville, Blairsville , 9 miles away Mountain View Inn, Greensburg , 10 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Loyalhanna Creek: Forbes Trail Camp, Ligonier, 6 miles away Donne Lake Campground, Stahlstown, 7 miles away Lazy Acres Campground, New Alexandria, 9 miles away   Trails Near Loyalhanna Creek: Darr Trail, Westmoreland County , 9 miles away Brant Trail, Westmoreland County , 10 miles away Wolf Rocks Trail, Westmoreland County , 11 miles away East End Trail, Somerset County , 14 miles away Spruce Run Trail, Somerset County , 14 miles away   Golf Courses Near Loyalhanna Creek: Ligonier Country Club, Ligonier , 5 miles away Latrobe Country Club Guest House, Latrobe , 5 miles away Champion Lakes Golf Club, Ligonier , 6 miles away   Lakes Near Loyalhanna Creek