Kane Hill Falls

Kane Hill Falls is a whitewater put-in on Four Mile Creek in Greene Township, Erie County, Pennsylvania. Four Mile Creek is a large river system (stream order 6) with a total length of 41.51 miles and a significant elevation drop of 581 feet, creating an average gradient of 14 feet per mile. This makes it suitable for whitewater paddling activities. The creek originates near the put-in location and drains a 165 square mile area with an average flow of 183.47 cubic feet per second, indicating moderate water volume and velocity of approximately 1.62 feet per second on average. The creek eventually flows 1542 miles to its mouth, making it part of a substantial watershed system.

Paddlers using this whitewater put-in should be prepared for moving water conditions typical of a creek with moderate gradient. The 14 foot per mile slope indicates consistent current throughout most sections, with potential for rapids and faster water depending on seasonal flow and specific creek characteristics. Given the stream order and gradient, this access point is likely best suited for intermediate to advanced paddlers comfortable with whitewater conditions. Water levels and flow rates will vary seasonally, affecting the difficulty and suitability for different skill levels and boat types.