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.
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