Pennsylvania whitewater - Youghiogheny River, Fayette County

Fayette county, Confluence to Ohiopyle section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II     10.4 miles
 
The Yough is a fabulous year round class 3-4 run. The loop, the first 1.5 miles of the Lower has 7 rapids to keep anyone thoroughly entertained, then you just walk back to your car. Says Eric Martin

If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside Pennsylvania you might find the rivers here a bit more manageable, so you'd better keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Somerset, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Whether
    you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. The scenic beauty of Fayette County and the cool fresh water make the trip here worthwhile. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions for lots
of people. This river system is full of great paddling sections, the Confluence to Ohiopyle section is just one of them. This section is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your camp stove. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. No shortage of good hotels, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The Confluence to Ohiopyle section of Youghiogheny River in Fayette County is 10.4 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II section of whitewater.

Briefly
 
about the general area:
All through the warm days of summer, highs ordinarily are in the 80's at Youghiogheny River. Summer night lows plunge down to the 60's. Highs all through the wintertime are frequently in the 30's, and overnight lows in the 10's for Youghiogheny River. Youghiogheny River is a rather wet place commonly with a good deal of rain; July is the month that gets the most rain while February is the month with the least amount of precipitation.

Youghiogheny River, Confluence to Ohiopyle road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II
Length: 10.4 miles
Average Gradient: 11 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.81169
Longitude: -79.36091

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 39.87039
Longitude: -79.4911

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Current weather conditions at Youghiogheny River, Pennsylvania
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Local climate location: DONORA 15 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Youghiogheny River.
 Whitewater Near Youghiogheny River:
Drake Run, Somerset County , 3 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2 miles long (Draketown to Youghiogheny River)
Youghiogheny River, Fayette County , 5 miles away, Class IV - 0.25 miles long (Ohiopyle Falls)
Youghiogheny River, Fayette County , 5 miles away, Class III - 7.4 miles long (Ohiopyle to Bruner Run)
Beaver Creek, Fayette County , 6 miles away, Class IV-V - 4 miles long (LR 26023 to confluence with Meadow Run)
Meadow Run, Fayette County , 7 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 7 miles long (Pennsylvania Route 381 to Youghiogheny River)
Whites Creek, Somerset County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Listonburg to Casselman River)
Indian Creek, Fayette County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 4.9 miles long (Route 381 to Camp Carmel)
Mill Run, Garrett County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 8 miles long (Pigs Ear Road to Yough River Lake)
Laurel Hill Creek, Somerset County , 9 miles away, Class II+ - 16.2 miles long (Laruel Hill State Park to Ursina)
Bear Creek, Garrett County , 10 miles away, Class IV - 7 miles long (US 219 to Youghiogheny River at Friendsville)
 Ski Areas Near Youghiogheny River:
Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 13 miles away, 750 vertical feet
Wisp, Maryland , 16 miles away, 610 vertical feet
Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 16 miles away, 610 vertical feet
The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 25 miles away, 940 vertical feet
Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 40 miles away, 180 vertical feet
Timberline, West Virginia , 42 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 44 miles away, 850 vertical feet
Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 65 miles away, 1072 vertical feet
Bryce Resort, Virginia , 71 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Snowshoe, West Virginia , 85 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Youghiogheny River:
Dodds Hotel, Confluence , 5 miles away
Travelers Rest Motel, Markleysburg , 5 miles away
Leber's Log Cabins & Gift Shop, Markleysburg , 5 miles away
National Trail Motel, Markleysburg , 5 miles away
Circle H Outfitters, Bruceton Mills , 8 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Youghiogheny River:
Outflow Campground, Confluence, 3 miles away
Mill Run Campground, Confluence, 3 miles away
Tub Run Campground, Confluence, 3 miles away
 Trails Near Youghiogheny River:
Great Gorge Trail, Fayette County , 6 miles away
Mile Trail, Fayette County , 18 miles away
 Lakes Near Youghiogheny River

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