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.
 

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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