Pennsylvania whitewater - Stonycreek River, Somerset County
Somerset
county,
Hollsopple to Foustwell section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II+(III) 1.7 miles
The Hollsopple to Foustwell stretch of Stonycreek River in Somerset County is 1.7 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II+(III) section. The wonderful Pennsylvania scenery and the water flowing gracefully down Stonycreek River have people coming here. If you're coming from Somerset it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, as you can see on the road map further down. This river system has a few good paddling stretches and the Hollsopple to Foustwell section is one of them. There are campgrounds quite near the river where
you can camp. This is a pretty short section so better bring some good walking shoes. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good spots. There are many good hotels to choose from, but you'd better reserve in advance because
these hotels fill up quick. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more.
Briefly about the general area: At Stonycreek River through the long summer days highs are in the 80's, and throughout summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 30's, and after the sun is down during the wintertime temperatures at Stonycreek River fall into the 10's. Stonycreek River gets a common amount of annual rain; July is the month that gets the most rain, and the driest month is February.
5 miles away
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6 miles away
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