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New York whitewater, West Stony Creek
Fulton Hamilton
county,
Pinnacle to Route 30 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS II-III 10.5 miles
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This stretch of West Stony Creek in Fulton/ Hamilton County is 10.5 miles long and has been rated as a class II-III section by American Whitewater. The starting location is a short drive from Gloversville, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature will make you glad you came. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state |
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is often more difficult than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you
| | come because it is a very popular destination. This stretch is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your sleeping bag. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. The natural beauty of New York and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water attract people from near and far. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has | |
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a large number of paddling rivers. When you're paddling down a Adirondack Mountains river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground.
Briefly
about the general area: You'll meet a lot of folks from Mayfield here, and you can have a magnificent hiking adventure along the Hamilton Mountain Fire Tower Trail. Man, is there loads of exciting things to do in the
Adirondack Mountains. High temperatures at West Stony Creek throughout the warm days of summer are in the 80's, and all through the night it cools down to the 50's.
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West Stony Creek, Pinnacle to Route 30 road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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Map
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Stats
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Weather
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| These outdoors activities are available near West Stony Creek. |
| | Whitewater Near West Stony Creek:
West Stony Creek, Fulton/ Hamilton County, 4 miles away Class II-III - 10.5 miles long (Pinnacle to Route 30) |
Holmes Lake Outlet, Fulton County, 7 miles away Class III-V - 1 miles long (Route 125 to West Stony Creek) |
Doig Creek, Hamilton County, 9 miles away Class III+(IV) - 3 miles long (Pumpkin Hollow Road to Sacandaga River) |
East Stony Creek, Warren/ Hamilton County, 9 miles away Class II-V - 8 miles long (Tenant Creek to Old State Highway) |
Beecher Creek, Saratoga County, 9 miles away Class II-V - 2.5 miles long (Airport Road to Great Sacandaga Lake) |
Sand Creek, Saratoga County, 9 miles away Class III-IV - 3 miles long (Northville) |
Sacandaga River, Hamilton County, 12 miles away Class II - 13 miles long (East Branch to Hope) |
Dunning Creek, Hamilton County, 13 miles away Class IV-V - 4.5 miles long (Gilmantown Road to Sacandaga River) |
Elbow Creek, Hamilton County, 13 miles away Class V - 2.3 miles long (Gilmantown Road to Sacandaga River) |
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| | Ski Areas Near West Stony Creek:
Gore Mountain, New York
, 30 miles away, 2300 foot drop, 12 lifts, 88 runs |
Hickory Ski Center, New York
, 34 miles away, 1280 foot drop, 4 lifts, 18 runs |
West Mountain, New York
, 38 miles away, 1010 foot drop, 5 lifts, 22 runs |
Windham Mountain, New York
, 46 miles away, 1600 foot drop, 10 lifts, 46 runs |
Hunter Mountain, New York
, 51 miles away, 1600 foot drop, 11 lifts, 55 runs |
McCauley Mountain, New York
, 53 miles away, 633 foot drop, 5 lifts, 22 runs |
Ski Plattekill, New York
, 53 miles away, 1100 foot drop, 3 lifts, 35 runs |
Willard Mountain, New York
, 54 miles away, 505 foot drop, 10 lifts, 14 runs |
Belleayre, New York
, 56 miles away, 1404 foot drop, 8 lifts, 47 runs |
Mount Pisgah, New York
, 58 miles away, 300 foot drop, 2 lifts, 5 runs |
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| | Marinas Near West Stony Creek:
Cranberry Cove Marina, Mayfield
, 5 miles away |
Gordon's Lakeside Marine, Mayfield
, 6 miles away |
Miller's Grandview Marina, Mayfield
, 6 miles away |
Sacandaga Marina, Mayfield
, 6 miles away |
Northville Boatyard, Northville
, 7 miles away |
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| | Hotels Near West Stony Creek:
Holiday Inn JOHNSTOWN-GLOVERSVILLE, Johnstown
, 12 miles away |
Super 8 Johnstown/Gloversville, Johnstown
, 12 miles away |
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Johnstown, Johnstown
, 12 miles away |
Amsterdam Castle, Amsterdam
, 16 miles away |
Knights Inn Amsterdam, Amsterdam
, 16 miles away |
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| | Public Lands Near West Stony Creek:
John Boyd Thacher State Park, New York
, 34 miles away |
Saratoga Spa State Park, New York
, 35 miles away |
Max V. Shaul State Park, New York
, 35 miles away |
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| | Golf Courses Near West Stony Creek:
Sacandaga Golf Club, Northville
, 6 miles away |
Kingsboro Golf Club, Gloversville
, 9 miles away |
Holland Meadows Golf Course, Gloversville
, 9 miles away |
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