Maryland whitewater, Youghiogheny River Garrett county, Tippy-Top section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV     4 miles   The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Maryland are often easier than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that rivers in this state are less demanding. The starting location is a short drive from Morgantown, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The scenic beauty of Garrett County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream have people     coming here. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. There's camping available near Youghiogheny River. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way there are lots of good rivers for that around here. This section of Youghiogheny River in Garrett County is 4 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class IV section. This is a pretty decent length section, it's good length for a morning trip. This river system is full of great paddling sections, the Tippy-Top section is just one of them. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance   then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Briefly about the general area: A visit to Youghiogheny River wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Tolliver Falls. Gotta ski! Wisp is a good place to do that; a short journey to Oak Shoals is always worthwhile. This river is so good. While you're here at Youghiogheny River you will meet lots of people from close by Mc Henry. The high level of precipitation makes Youghiogheny River a reasonably wet spot. Of all the months in a year July is the one with the most rain; the driest of the months is February. Youghiogheny River, Tippy-Top road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Youghiogheny River.   Whitewater Near Youghiogheny River: Youghiogheny River, Garrett County, 1 miles away       Class IV - 4 miles long (Tippy-Top) Youghiogheny River, Garrett County, 1 miles away       Class IV-V - 3 miles long (Bridge above Swallow Falls to Deep Creek Power Plant) Deep Creek, Garrett County, 2 miles away       Class V - 1.4 miles long (Dam to Youghiogheny River) Muddy Creek, Garrett County, 4 miles away       Class III - 3.7 miles long (Below Browning Dam to eddy right above Muddy Creek Falls) Youghiogheny River, Garrett County, 5 miles away       Class IV-V - 9.9 miles long (Sang Run Road to Friendsville) Daugherty Run, Preston County, 9 miles away       Class V - 6 miles long (Co. Road 3-12 to Cheat River) Muddy Creek, Preston County, 9 miles away       Class II-III - 11.5 miles long (Orr to Route 26) Youghiogheny River, Garrett County, 10 miles away       Class I-II - 15.5 miles long (US Route 50 to Millers Run) Whitewater Outfitter - Precision Rafting Expeditions, Garrett County, 10 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Potomac River - North Branch, Grant Mineral WV Garrett MD County, 11 miles away       Class III-IV - 15 miles long (Gormania West Virginia to Kitzmiller Maryland)   Ski Areas Near Youghiogheny River: Wisp, Maryland , 6 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs Timberline, West Virginia , 23 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 25 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 30 miles away, 754 foot drop, 15 lifts, 31 runs Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 33 miles away, 610 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 41 miles away, 940 foot drop, 5 lifts, 21 runs Bryce Resort, Virginia , 57 miles away, 500 foot drop, 5 lifts, 8 runs Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 58 miles away, 180 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs Snowshoe, West Virginia , 69 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs Massanutten, Virginia , 73 miles away, 1110 foot drop, 8 lifts, 14 runs   Marinas Near Youghiogheny River: Deep Creek Marina, Mc Henry , 6 miles away Yough Lake Marina, Addison , 15 miles away   Hotels Near Youghiogheny River: Wisp Resort, McHenry , 5 miles away Quality Inn Deep Creek Lake, McHenry , 6 miles away Inn At Deep Creek, Oakland , 6 miles away The Preston County Inn, Kingwood , 19 miles away Comfort Inn Grantsville, Grantsville , 24 miles away   Campgrounds Near Youghiogheny River: Swallow Falls State Park, Oakland, 3 miles away Bumble Bee Recreational Vehicle Park & Campground, Accident, 8 miles away Deep Creek Lake State Park, Swanton, 8 miles away   Public Lands Near Youghiogheny River: Blackwater Falls State Park, West Virginia , 20 miles away   Golf Courses Near Youghiogheny River: Oakland Golf Club, Oakland , 3 miles away Evening Breeze Golf Course, Oakland , 5 miles away Thousand Acres Lakeside Golf Club, Swanton , 11 miles away   Lakes Near Youghiogheny River Deep Creek Lake, Garrett , 2 miles away Lake Louise, Garrett , 17 miles away Lake Heritage, Adams , 17 miles away