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Pennsylvania whitewater, Babb Creek
Tioga
county,
Lick Run to Pine Creek section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I-II 13.7 miles
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The Lick Run to Pine Creek section of Babb Creek is 13.7 miles long and is a class I-II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Pennsylvania are often more forgiving than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers in this state are not as hard as elsewhere. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. The |
starting point is not too far from Williamsport, as you can see on the road map further down. The campgrounds here at Babb Creek are pretty good. The natural beauty of Tioga County and the cool fresh water are in themselves
| reasons enough to come here to paddle. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature are great reasons to come. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so go ahead and pack | |
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your camping stuff.
Briefly about the general area: You must certainly pop by Devils Elbow while you're here at Babb Creek; on a magnificent day you can take a hike along the Tannery Hill Trail. A glorious site
like Leonard Harrison State Park close to Babb Creek is too delightful to leave out; if you like skiing, you're in luck; Ski Sawmill is reasonably near. This river is a great place to visit. Babb Creek is a place with many
visitors from Morris, and you might also want to pay a visit to Slide Hollow since you're here at Babb Creek. A journey to Hills Creek State Park when you're here at Babb Creek is a delightful idea, and if the weather is good, you can go for a hike along the Williams Trail.
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Babb Creek, Lick Run to Pine Creek road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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These outdoors activities are available near Babb Creek. |
| Whitewater Near Babb Creek:
Stony Fork Creek, Tioga County, 6 miles away Class II-III - 4.2 miles long (State Forest Picnic Area to Babb Creek) |
Babb Creek, Tioga County, 7 miles away Class I-II - 13.7 miles long (Lick Run to Pine Creek) |
Pine Creek, Tioga County, 12 miles away Class I-II - 6 miles long (Ansonia to Blackwell) |
Larrys Creek, Lycoming County, 14 miles away Class I-III - 15.4 miles long (T786 to US Route 220) |
Cedar Run, Tioga/Lycoming County, 15 miles away Class III - 6.6 miles long (Leetonia to Pine Creek) |
Tioga River, Tioga County, 17 miles away Class I-III - 23.5 miles long (T431 to Lambs Creek Recreation Area) |
Slate Run, Lycoming County, 18 miles away Class II-III - 6.3 miles long (Picnic area to Pine Creek) |
Miners Run, Lycoming County, 26 miles away Class IV-V - 1 miles long (Gorge) |
Young Womans Creek, Clinton County, 27 miles away Class III - 7.4 miles long (LR18020 to Pennsylvania Route 120) |
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| Ski Areas Near Babb Creek:
Ski Sawmill, Pennsylvania
, 4 miles away, 515 foot drop, 4 lifts, 13 runs |
Ski Denton, Pennsylvania
, 39 miles away, 650 foot drop, 5 lifts, 22 runs |
Tussey Mountain, Pennsylvania
, 54 miles away, 500 foot drop, 5 lifts, 8 runs |
Bristol Mountain, New York
, 59 miles away, 1200 foot drop, 6 lifts, 32 runs |
Swain, New York
, 60 miles away, 650 foot drop, 6 lifts, 30 runs |
Ski Roundtop, Pennsylvania
, 81 miles away, 600 foot drop, 11 lifts, 15 runs |
Greek Peak, New York
, 92 miles away, 952 foot drop, 9 lifts, 29 runs |
Ski Liberty, Pennsylvania
, 95 miles away, 620 foot drop, 8 lifts, 16 runs |
Song Mountain, New York
, 99 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 24 runs |
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| Hotels Near Babb Creek:
Mountain Laurel Bed And Breakfast, Blossburg
, 16 miles away |
Hampton Inn And Suites Mansfield, Mansfield
, 17 miles away |
Hampton Inn - Suites Mansfield PA, Mansfield
, 17 miles away |
Comfort Inn Mansfield, Mansfield
, 17 miles away |
Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Mansfield, Mansfield
, 18 miles away |
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| Trails Near Babb Creek:
Williams Trail, Tioga
, 2 miles away |
Tannery Hill Trail, Tioga
, 3 miles away |
Hickory Ridge Trail, Tioga
, 5 miles away |
Stone Quarry Trail, Tioga
, 5 miles away |
West Branch Trail, Tioga
, 6 miles away |
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| Public Lands Near Babb Creek:
Leonard Harrison State Park, Pennsylvania
, 12 miles away |
Hills Creek State Park, Pennsylvania
, 13 miles away |
Pinnacle State Park, New York
, 27 miles away |
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| Golf Courses Near Babb Creek:
Pine Marsh Golf Course, Morris
, 4 miles away |
Tyoga Country Club, Wellsboro
, 7 miles away |
First Tee Of Tioga County, Wellsboro
, 7 miles away |
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