Pennsylvania whitewater - Walnut Creek, Erie County
Erie
county,
Millfair Road to Lake Erie section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II+(III) 6.4 miles
The natural beauty of Erie County and the playfulness of the water beats anything. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. If you're coming from Erie it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. The Millfair Road to Lake Erie stretch of Walnut Creek in Erie County is 6.4 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II+(III) section.
Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way in this general area you won't find many other paddling places. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while have a lot of people coming here. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop
paddle, suitable for an afternoon trip. There's camping available near Walnut Creek. No shortage of good hotels, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.
Briefly about the general area: During the summertime at Walnut Creek temperatures are ordinarily in the 70's. Once the sun is down it drops down to the 60's. High temperatures all through the wintertime are normally in the 30's, and during the dark hours in the winter at Walnut Creek temperatures dip to the 10's. A normal amount of rainfall falls here at Walnut Creek; during the month of September you get the most rain around here, and January on the other hand is the driest.
5 miles away
Hotel is 1 mile from Presque Isle Beaches, 2 miles from Erie International Airport and 3 miles from Downtown. Attractions nearby include beaches, nature trails, water parks, tennis & golf, as well as ...
5 miles away
Erie Airport, Interstate 79 and Presque Isle State Park nearby. Gateway Hub location. Centrally located to major area corporations, colleges, hospitals, malls and movies. Guests must be 21 years or ol...
8 miles away
The Erie Fairfield Inn by Marriott, located at the Millcreek Mall, warmly welcomes both business and leisure travelers. The Erie Fairfield Inn is located just minutes from Lake Erie and the beautiful ...
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