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 scenic beauty of Somerset County and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. The starting location is a short drive from Somerset, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside Pennsylvania you might find the rivers here a bit more manageable, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. This stretch is short so no need to bring snacks. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way there
    are lots of good rivers for that around here. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. The Hollsopple to Foustwell section of Stonycreek River in Pennsylvania is 1.7 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class
II+(III) section. No shortage of good hotels, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby.

Briefly about the general area:
Summertime highs at Stonycreek River frequently tend to be in the 80's. Once the sun is down it falls down to the 50's. The winter brings highs down to the 30's; winter nights come with lows in the 10's to Stonycreek River.
Stonycreek River is a good location of common rain; through July this area sees the most rain, and the driest month is February.
 

Stonycreek River, Hollsopple to Foustwell road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II+(III)
Length: 1.7 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 40.2093
Longitude: -78.9258

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 40.2154
Longitude: -78.9014

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Current weather conditions at Stonycreek River, Pennsylvania
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Local climate location: INDIANA 13 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Holiday Inn Express Johnstown, Pa, Johnstown
5 miles away
The Holiday Inn Express Hotel Johnstown is conveniently located at the intersection of Route 56 and Route 219!Wake up to enjoy a free USA Today and complimentary Express Start breakfast which includes...

Comfort Inn & Suites, Johnstown
6 miles away
The Comfort Inn and Suites of Johnstown Pennsylvania is the perfect choice for business and leisure travelers alike. The hotel features an indoor pool, exercise room, lounge, free high speed wireless ...

Econo Lodge Johnstown, Johnstown
6 miles away
Located in Historic downtown Johnstown. Attractions, Flood Museum, and Inclined Plane a short walk away. UPMC and Memorial Medical Center nearby. UPMC Cancer Research Center and War Memorial adjacent ...



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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 Stonycreek River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Stonycreek River.
 Whitewater Near Stonycreek River:
Stonycreek River, Somerset County , 2 miles away, Class III-IV - 4.6 miles long (Foustwell to Carpenters Park)
Paint Creek, Somerset County , 4 miles away, Class V - 2.7 miles long (SR 56 to Stonycreek River)
Shade Creek, Somerset County , 4 miles away, Class III-IV - 9.6 miles long (Confluence of Dark and Clear Shade to Stony Creek)
Roaring Fork, Somerset County , 5 miles away, Class IV - 1.5 miles long (Rt 160 Bridge to confluence with Shade Creek)
Quemahoning Creek, Somerset County , 7 miles away, Class III - 3.4 miles long (Boswell to Reservoir)
Quemahoning Creek, Somerset County , 8 miles away, Class III - 3.62 miles long (SR 160 to Quemahoning Dam)
Dark Shade Creek, Somerset County , 8 miles away, Class IV-V - 1.1 miles long (Rockingham to Clear Shade)
Stonycreek River, Somerset County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV - 3.97 miles long (Shanksville to Mostoller)
Little Conemaugh River, Cambria County , 9 miles away, Class II - 10.2 miles long (South Fork to Johnstown)
Clear Shade Creek, Somerset County , 9 miles away, Class III - 5.5 miles long (Crum Road to Shade Creek)
 Ski Areas Near Stonycreek River:
The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 18 miles away, 940 vertical feet
Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 25 miles away, 610 vertical feet
Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 25 miles away, 1072 vertical feet
Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 28 miles away, 750 vertical feet
Wisp, Maryland , 46 miles away, 610 vertical feet
Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 59 miles away, 180 vertical feet
Timberline, West Virginia , 70 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 73 miles away, 850 vertical feet
Bryce Resort, Virginia , 74 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Tussey Mountain, Pennsylvania , 85 miles away, 520 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Stonycreek River:
Holiday Inn Express Johnstown, Pa, Johnstown , 5 miles away
Comfort Inn & Suites, Johnstown , 6 miles away
Econo Lodge Johnstown, Johnstown , 6 miles away
Sleep Inn Johnstown, Johnstown , 6 miles away
Holiday Inn Johnstown-Dwtn, Pa, Johnstown , 6 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Stonycreek River:
Pine Oaks Camp Ground, Friedens, 10 miles away
Woodland Campsites, Somerset, 15 miles away
Mirror Lake Resort, New Florence, 15 miles away
 Trails Near Stonycreek River:
Laurel Highlands Trail, Westmoreland County , 11 miles away
Roger Mountain Trail, Indiana County , 11 miles away
Lost Turkey Trail, Somerset County , 11 miles away
John P Saylor Trail, Somerset County , 11 miles away
Wolf Rocks Trail, Somerset County , 11 miles away
 Lakes Near Stonycreek River

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