Pennsylvania whitewater - Youghiogheny River, Fayette County Fayette county, Ohiopyle Falls section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV     0.25 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. The nature scenery of Fayette County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water beats anything. A good workout and spending some quality time in nature are great reasons to come. This is a very short section so you'd better be prepared to walk your kayak back to put-in a few times. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number     of paddling spots. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The Ohiopyle Falls section of Youghiogheny River is 0.25 miles long and has been rated as a class IV section by American Whitewater. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Ohiopyle Falls section is just one of many. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. Briefly about the general area: The high level of precipitation makes Youghiogheny River a quite wet place; the wettest month of the year is mostly July, that's the one that rains the most, and February on the other hand is the driest. The warmest time of the year at Youghiogheny River comes with high temperatures   in the 80's. Through the dark hours of summer temperatures dip down into the 60's. The winter brings highs down to the 30's while Youghiogheny River night low temperatures during the wintertime are in the 10's. Horseshoe Bend is an interesting location to go to while at Youghiogheny River; don't leave Youghiogheny River without first paying a visit to Cucumber Falls. This river is so wonderful. The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Ohiopyle Falls, and on a glorious day you can take a hike along the Great Gorge Trail. Youghiogheny River, Ohiopyle Falls road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV Length: 0.25 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.86999 Longitude: -79.4937 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.86949 Longitude: -79.4948 Paddler input for Youghiogheny River, Pennsylvania: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Youghiogheny River, Pennsylvania Local climate location: DONORA 12 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Holiday Inn Express E HUNTINGDON-MT PLEASANT, Mount Pleasant 14 miles away Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express Mount Pleasant-Scottdale Hotel. Newest hotel in the Laurel Highlands. 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Find a whitewater outfitter in Pennsylvania Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Morgantown, West Virginia Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Morgantown, West Virginia, the metro area neareast to Youghiogheny River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Youghiogheny River.   Whitewater Near Youghiogheny River: Youghiogheny River, Fayette County , 2 miles away, Class III - 7.4 miles long (Ohiopyle to Bruner Run) Meadow Run, Fayette County , 3 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 7 miles long (Pennsylvania Route 381 to Youghiogheny River) Beaver Creek, Fayette County , 3 miles away, Class IV-V - 4 miles long (LR 26023 to confluence with Meadow Run) Youghiogheny River, Fayette County , 5 miles away, Class II - 10.4 miles long (Confluence to Ohiopyle) Indian Creek, Fayette County , 6 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 4.9 miles long (Route 381 to Camp Carmel) Drake Run, Somerset County , 8 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2 miles long (Draketown to Youghiogheny River) Fike Run, Fayette County , 9 miles away, Class III-V - 4.8 miles long (to Gibbon Glade Run) Whites Creek, Somerset County , 13 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Listonburg to Casselman River) Mill Run, Garrett County , 13 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 8 miles long (Pigs Ear Road to Yough River Lake) Laurel Hill Creek, Somerset County , 13 miles away, Class II+ - 16.2 miles long (Laruel Hill State Park to Ursina)   Ski Areas Near Youghiogheny River: Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 16 miles away, 750 vertical feet Wisp, Maryland , 19 miles away, 610 vertical feet Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 19 miles away, 610 vertical feet The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 28 miles away, 940 vertical feet Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 36 miles away, 180 vertical feet Timberline, West Virginia , 44 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 46 miles away, 850 vertical feet Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 69 miles away, 1072 vertical feet Bryce Resort, Virginia , 75 miles away, 500 vertical feet Snowshoe, West Virginia , 84 miles away, 1500 vertical feet   Hotels Near Youghiogheny River: Travelers Rest Motel, Markleysburg , 6 miles away Leber's Log Cabins & Gift Shop, Markleysburg , 7 miles away National Trail Motel, Markleysburg , 7 miles away Circle H Outfitters, Bruceton Mills , 9 miles away Dodds Hotel, Confluence , 10 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Youghiogheny River: Scarlett Knob Campground, Ohiopyle, 2 miles away Benner's Meadow Run Camping and Cabins, Farmington, 5 miles away Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park, Mill Run, 6 miles away   Trails Near Youghiogheny River: Great Gorge Trail, Fayette County , 1 miles away Mile Trail, Fayette County , 13 miles away   Lakes Near Youghiogheny River