Pennsylvania whitewater - Youghiogheny River, Fayette County Fayette county, Ohiopyle to Bruner Run section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III     7.4 miles   This section of Youghiogheny River in Pennsylvania is 7.4 miles long and has been rated as a class III section by American Whitewater. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This is a pretty decent length section, suitable for an afternoon trip. Getting some good exercise and spending some quality time in nature are sure to keep you coming     back for more. The natural beauty of Pennsylvania and the cool fresh water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. The campgrounds here at Youghiogheny River are pretty good. This is not the only paddling stretch in this river system, there are others too. The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master in this state than those in other states, so keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. Briefly about the general area: Sugar Run Falls is a splendid local attraction, and you need to stop at Horseshoe Bend since you're here. All through the months of summer, highs ordinarily are in the 80's at Youghiogheny River. Summer night lows dip down to the 60's. High temperatures during the winter are normally in the 30's; night lows during the wintertime for Youghiogheny   River tend to be in the 10's. The high level of rain makes Youghiogheny River a relatively wet place; July is the wettest month with most rain; February is the month with the least moisture. At this river you will always have a good time. Put some time aside to spend at Jonathan Run Falls since you're here at Youghiogheny River, and do take a hike on the Great Gorge Trail. Youghiogheny River, Ohiopyle to Bruner Run road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III Length: 7.4 miles Average Gradient: 25 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.87099 Longitude: -79.49524 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 39.92684 Longitude: -79.48591 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 10 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Holiday Inn Express E HUNTINGDON-MT PLEASANT, Mount Pleasant 13 miles away Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express Mount Pleasant-Scottdale Hotel. Newest hotel in the Laurel Highlands. This 2006 Newcomers Award Winner and 2007 Torchbearer Award Winner is located not far from attr... Donegal - Days Inn, Donegal 14 miles away Conveniently located at the gateway of the Laurel Highlands, the Days Inn Donegal is perfect whether you are visiting the Laurel Highlands for thrilling outdoor adventure or a great family getaway. T... Super 8 Motel Uniontown Pa, Uniontown 18 miles away The Super 8 of Uniontown was newly built summer 2002. They are near Country Stroll Antiques, Penn State Fayette Campus, Laurel Caverns and Uniontown Hospital. They offer Super Start Plus Breakfast...   All Pennsylvania Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Pennsylvania. Books about whitewater paddling on Youghiogheny River, Pennsylvania List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Youghiogheny River, Pennsylvania. 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 IV - 0.25 miles long (Ohiopyle Falls) Meadow Run, Fayette County , 4 miles away, Class IV-V(V+) - 7 miles long (Pennsylvania Route 381 to Youghiogheny River) Indian Creek, Fayette County , 4 miles away, Class III-IV(V) - 4.9 miles long (Route 381 to Camp Carmel) Beaver Creek, Fayette County , 5 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) Drake Run, Somerset County , 8 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2 miles long (Draketown to Youghiogheny River) Fike Run, Fayette County , 11 miles away, Class III-V - 4.8 miles long (to Gibbon Glade Run) Jacobs Creek, Westmoreland County , 13 miles away, Class III-IV - 4.5 miles long (Acme to Laurelville) Laurel Hill Creek, Somerset County , 13 miles away, Class II+ - 16.2 miles long (Laruel Hill State Park to Ursina) Whites Creek, Somerset County , 14 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Listonburg to Casselman River)   Ski Areas Near Youghiogheny River: Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 15 miles away, 750 vertical feet Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 18 miles away, 610 vertical feet Wisp, Maryland , 20 miles away, 610 vertical feet The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 26 miles away, 940 vertical feet Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 35 miles away, 180 vertical feet Timberline, West Virginia , 46 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 47 miles away, 850 vertical feet Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 68 miles away, 1072 vertical feet Bryce Resort, Virginia , 76 miles away, 500 vertical feet Snowshoe, West Virginia , 86 miles away, 1500 vertical feet   Hotels Near Youghiogheny River: Holiday Inn Express E HUNTINGDON-MT PLEASANT, Mount Pleasant , 13 miles away Donegal - Days Inn, Donegal , 14 miles away Super 8 Motel Uniontown Pa, Uniontown , 18 miles away Fairfield Inn By Marriott Uniontown, Uniontown , 18 miles away Holiday Inn Uniontown,Pa, Uniontown , 18 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Youghiogheny River: Scarlett Knob Campground, Ohiopyle, 3 miles away Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park, Mill Run, 4 miles away Benner's Meadow Run Camping and Cabins, Farmington, 6 miles away   Trails Near Youghiogheny River: Great Gorge Trail, Fayette County , 2 miles away Mile Trail, Fayette County , 14 miles away