Pennsylvania whitewater - South Sandy Creek, Vernango County

Vernango county, State Game Lands # 39 to Pecan section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     6.5 miles
  The beautiful scenery of Vernango County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream beats anything. The put-in location is a short drive from Oil City, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The State Game Lands # 39 to Pecan stretch of South Sandy Creek is 6.5 miles long and it is classified as a class I-II section by American Whitewater. This stretch has has enough mileage, suitable for an afternoon trip. The State Game Lands # 39 to Pecan stretch is the only paddling stretch along South Sandy Creek. No matter
    if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good spots for that around here. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers here a bit more forgiving, so don't forget that many of the rivers here are not very demanding.
Getting your paddling muscles activated and spending some quality time in nature are great attractions for lots of people. 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. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground.

Briefly about the general area:
The high level of precipitation makes South Sandy Creek a pretty wet spot; the month with most of the rain is August, and February is the month with the least moisture.
For the period
 
of the days of summer at South Sandy Creek highs are usually in the 80's with nighttime lows in the 50's. For the period of the winter highs are in the 30's, and after the sun is down during the winter temperatures at South Sandy Creek drop into the 10's.

South Sandy Creek, State Game Lands # 39 to Pecan road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 6.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 41.298
Longitude: -79.9482

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 41.33499
Longitude: -79.88671

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Current weather conditions at South Sandy Creek, Pennsylvania
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Local climate location: MEADVILLE 13 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Comfort Inn Barkeyville, Harrisville
6 miles away
Hotel is conveniently located at exit ramp. Walking distance to fast food and 24-hour family restaurant. Pet Deposit: 25.00 (Refundable). Pet Accommodation: 10.00/stay....

Quality Inn & Conference Center, Franklin
7 miles away
Historical area downtown location; walking distance to shops, restaurants, and museums. Quality executive rooms....

Super 8 Franklin, Franklin
13 miles away
The Super 8 Franklin is conveniently located off of RT 8 and 62 at 847 Allegheny Blvd. We offer free Continental SuperStart Breakfast, Free Local Calls, Free Parking and Free Cable TV featuring HBO, C...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near South Sandy Creek.
 Whitewater Near South Sandy Creek:
Scrubgrass Creek, Venango County , 6 miles away, Class -blank- - 5.25 miles long (Route 308 to Allegheny River)
East Sandy Creek, Venango County , 14 miles away, Class II+(III) - 7 miles long (Van to Allegheny River)
Mill Creek - Allegheny R. Tributary, Venango County , 15 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 2.75 miles long (Lower Mill Creek)
Bear Creek - Allegheny River Tributary, Butler County , 19 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 3.75 miles long (Bruin to Parker)
Little Scrubgrass, Venango County , 19 miles away, Class III-IV - 5 miles long (Rt 208 Bridge to Allegheny River)
Muddy Creek - Slippery Rock Tributary, Lawrence County , 25 miles away, Class V - 0.35 miles long (to Slippery Rock Creek)
Slippery Rock Creek, Lawrence County , 26 miles away, Class II-III - 4.7 miles long (Kennedy Mill to Eckert's Bridge)
Cherry Run, Clarion County , 26 miles away, Class -blank- - 1 miles long (Lower Cherry Run)
Slippery Rock Creek, -blank- County , 27 miles away, Class II - 3.5 miles long (Eckert's Bridge to Harris Bridge)
Canoe Creek, Clarion County , 28 miles away, Class -blank- - 2.5 miles long (I-80 bridge to Clarion River)
 Ski Areas Near South Sandy Creek:
Peek N Peak, New York , 41 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 45 miles away, 180 vertical feet
Cockaigne, New York , 72 miles away, 430 vertical feet
The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 79 miles away, 940 vertical feet
Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 80 miles away, 754 vertical feet
Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 80 miles away, 610 vertical feet
Alpine Valley, Ohio , 93 miles away, 230 vertical feet
Holimont, New York , 98 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Wisp, Maryland , 99 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Holiday Valley, New York , 99 miles away, 750 vertical feet
 Hotels Near South Sandy Creek:
Comfort Inn Barkeyville, Harrisville , 6 miles away
Quality Inn & Conference Center, Franklin , 7 miles away
Super 8 Franklin, Franklin , 13 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites FRANKLIN - OIL CITY, Cranberry Township , 14 miles away
Arlington Hotel - Oil City, Oil City , 16 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near South Sandy Creek:
Kozy Rest Kampground, Harrisville, 9 miles away
Maple Spring Campground, Harrisville, 10 miles away
Marlowe's Scenic River Campground, Kennerdell, 11 miles away
 Golf Courses Near South Sandy Creek:
River Ridge Golf Course, Franklin , 7 miles away
 Lakes Near South Sandy Creek

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