Pennsylvania whitewater, Youghiogheny River Fayette county, Ohiopyle to Bruner Run section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III     7.4 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 many of the sections in this state are safe for beginners. This section of Youghiogheny River in Fayette County is 7.4 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III section. The scenic beauty of Pennsylvania and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. Since you're     on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have a lot of people coming here. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Morgantown, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. This stretch has has enough mileage, you can easily run it on an afternoon. The Ohiopyle to Bruner Run stretch is one of many paddling   stretches in this river system. Briefly about the general area: The skiing at Seven Springs is glorious, and while you're here you can take a hike along the Mile Trail. A cool spot to explore close to Youghiogheny River is Horseshoe Bend, and you'll meet a lot of people from Mill Run here. At this river you will never have a bad time. Jonathan Run Falls is always fun to check out; going for a hike along the Great Gorge Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this neighborhood. Sugar Run Falls is a lovely site to explore while you're at Youghiogheny River. Youghiogheny River gets a large amount of water. Youghiogheny River, Ohiopyle to Bruner Run 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: Whitewater Outfitter - Wilderness Voyageurs - Outfitters, Fayette County, 1 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Youghiogheny River, Fayette County, 2 miles away       Class III - 7.4 miles long (Ohiopyle to Bruner Run) Youghiogheny River, Fayette County, 2 miles away       Class IV - 0.25 miles long (Ohiopyle Falls) Indian Creek, Fayette County, 5 miles away       Class III-IV(V) - 4.9 miles long (Route 381 to Camp Carmel) Beaver Creek, Fayette County, 6 miles away       Class IV-V - 4 miles long (LR 26023 to confluence with Meadow Run) Meadow Run, Fayette County, 6 miles away       Class IV-V(V+) - 7 miles long (Pennsylvania Route 381 to Youghiogheny River) Drake Run, Somerset County, 9 miles away       Class IV-V+ - 2 miles long (Draketown to Youghiogheny River) Whitewater Outfitter - Riversports, Somerset County, 10 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Youghiogheny River, Fayette County, 10 miles away       Class II - 10.4 miles long (Confluence to Ohiopyle) Fike Run, Fayette County, 10 miles away       Class III-V - 4.8 miles long (to Gibbon Glade Run)   Ski Areas Near Youghiogheny River: Seven Springs, Pennsylvania , 15 miles away, 754 foot drop, 15 lifts, 31 runs Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania , 18 miles away, 610 foot drop, 9 lifts, 27 runs Wisp, Maryland , 20 miles away, 700 foot drop, 12 lifts, 32 runs The Springs at Laurel Mountain, Pennsylvania , 26 miles away, 940 foot drop, 5 lifts, 21 runs Boyce Park, Pennsylvania , 35 miles away, 180 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs Timberline, West Virginia , 46 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 37 runs Canaan Valley, West Virginia , 47 miles away, 850 foot drop, 4 lifts, 34 runs Blue Knob, Pennsylvania , 68 miles away, 1072 foot drop, 7 lifts, 34 runs Bryce Resort, Virginia , 76 miles away, 500 foot drop, 5 lifts, 8 runs Snowshoe, West Virginia , 86 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 14 lifts, 57 runs   Marinas Near Youghiogheny River: Yough Lake Marina, Addison , 10 miles away   Hotels Near Youghiogheny River: Cobblestone Hotel And Suites, Connellsville , 10 miles away The Hotel Limpia, Fort Davis , 10 miles away Holiday Inn Express MT. PLEASANT - SCOTTDALE, Mount Pleasant , 13 miles away Days Inn Donegal, Donegal , 14 miles away Holiday Inn Express & Suites DONEGAL, Donegal , 14 miles away   Campgrounds Near Youghiogheny River: Ohiopyle State Park - Kentuck Camp Ground, Ohiopyle, 1 miles away Scarlett Knob Campground, Ohiopyle, 3 miles away Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park, Mill Run, 4 miles away   Trails Near Youghiogheny River: Great Gorge Trail, Fayette , 2 miles away Mile Trail, Fayette , 14 miles away   Golf Courses Near Youghiogheny River: King's Mountain Golf Course, Rockwood , 12 miles away Donegal Highlands Golf Course, Donegal , 14 miles away Norvelt Golf Club, Mount Pleasant , 14 miles away   Lakes Near Youghiogheny River Cranberry Glade Lake, Somerset , 8 miles away