Pennsylvania whitewater - Stony Fork Creek, Tioga County

Tioga county, State Forest Picnic Area to Babb Creek section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-III     4.2 miles
  This stretch of Stony Fork Creek in Tioga County is 4.2 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-III section. The put-in is not too far from Lock Haven, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The nature scenery of Tioga County and the water flowing gracefully down Stony Fork Creek attract people from near and far. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Pennsylvania are often more forgiving than in other states, 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 you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling rivers. Stony
Fork Creek doesn't have a lot of paddling stretches, the State Forest Picnic Area to Babb Creek stretch is the only one. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature will make you glad you came. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, good for a one day paddling trip. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby.

Briefly about the general area:
Nearby Ayers Hollow is a splendid place to go if you're at Stony Fork Creek; why not take a refreshing hike along the Fork Hill Trail. From a precipitation
 
point of view Stony Fork Creek is a rather common site; June is the wettest month with most rain, and the driest month of the year is January.
This is a great river. Summertime highs at Stony Fork Creek regularly tend to be in the 70's, and throughout summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. High temperatures throughout the winter are normally in the 20's; overnight lows at Stony Fork Creek through the winter typically fall into the 10's. Brown Point is rather near Stony Fork Creek; the Stone Quarry Trail offers hiking at its best.

Stony Fork Creek, State Forest Picnic Area to Babb Creek road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-III
Length: 4.2 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 41.6203
Longitude: -77.36921

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 41.5726
Longitude: -77.3378

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Current weather conditions at Stony Fork Creek, Pennsylvania
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Local climate location: WELLSBORO 16 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Comfort Inn Mansfield, Mansfield
21 miles away
Located in the heart of Lake and Canyon Country. We are located 1 mile from Mansfield University and only a 30 minute drive to Pennsylvania's Grand Canyon. Pet accommodation: 15.00/stay for up to 3 ni...

Best Western Lock Haven, Lock Haven
25 miles away
Stay at this Lock Haven hotel for first-class service and comfortable accommodations at a great value. The Best Western Lock Haven is conveniently located with easy access to key area attractions and...

Fairfield Inn & Suites Lock Haven, Lock Haven
25 miles away
Our Fairfield Inn & Suites is nestled between the banks of the West Branch of the Susquehanna River and the Bald Eagle Creek. We are conveniently located near many local businesses and attractions in...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Stony Fork Creek.
 Whitewater Near Stony Fork Creek:
Pine Creek, Tioga County , 5 miles away, Class I-II - 6 miles long (Ansonia to Blackwell)
Babb Creek, Tioga County , 5 miles away, Class I-II - 13.7 miles long (Lick Run to Pine Creek)
Cedar Run, Tioga/Lycoming County , 8 miles away, Class III - 6.6 miles long (Leetonia to Pine Creek)
Slate Run, Lycoming County , 13 miles away, Class II-III - 6.3 miles long (Picnic area to Pine Creek)
Larrys Creek, Lycoming County , 19 miles away, Class I-III - 15.4 miles long (T786 to US Route 220)
Tioga River, Tioga County , 21 miles away, Class I-III - 23.5 miles long (T431 to Lambs Creek Recreation Area)
Young Womans Creek, Clinton County , 25 miles away, Class III - 7.4 miles long (LR18020 to Pennsylvania Route 120)
 Ski Areas Near Stony Fork Creek:
Ski Sawmill, Pennsylvania , 6 miles away, 515 vertical feet
Ski Denton, Pennsylvania , 34 miles away, 650 vertical feet
Tussey Mountain, Pennsylvania , 51 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Swain, New York , 57 miles away, 650 vertical feet
Bristol Mountain, New York , 59 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
Ski Roundtop, Pennsylvania , 82 miles away, 600 vertical feet
Ski Liberty, Pennsylvania , 95 miles away, 620 vertical feet
Greek Peak, New York , 96 miles away, 952 vertical feet
Holiday Valley, New York , 97 miles away, 750 vertical feet
Holimont, New York , 99 miles away, 700 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Stony Fork Creek:
Comfort Inn Mansfield, Mansfield , 21 miles away
Best Western Lock Haven, Lock Haven , 25 miles away
Fairfield Inn & Suites Lock Haven, Lock Haven , 25 miles away
Genetti Hotel and Suites, Williamsport , 29 miles away
Fairfield Inn & Suites Williamsport, Williamsport , 30 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Stony Fork Creek:
Pettecote Junction Campground, Cedar Run, 7 miles away
Stony Fork Creek Campground, Wellsboro, 8 miles away
Hills Creek State Park, Wellsboro, 8 miles away
 Trails Near Stony Fork Creek:
Stone Quarry Trail, Tioga County , 1 miles away
Fork Hill Trail, Tioga County , 2 miles away
West Branch Trail, Tioga County , 2 miles away
Tannery Hill Trail, Tioga County , 2 miles away
Ashworth Trail, Lycoming County , 3 miles away

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