Put In

Put In is a whitewater put-in access point on Crabtree Creek in Garrett County, Maryland. Crabtree Creek is a substantial stream classified as a large river with a stream order of 6, featuring a significant gradient of 83.8 feet per mile on average. The creek drops over 3,300 feet across its 39.45-mile length, creating dynamic whitewater conditions suitable for experienced paddlers. With an average flow of 546.71 cubic feet per second and average velocity of 2 feet per second, this put-in serves as an entry point for whitewater kayakers and canoeists looking to run sections of this mountainous creek system in western Maryland's highlands.

The access point is located at coordinates 39.45729800, -79.22740200 in Garrett County. Paddlers should be aware that Crabtree Creek's steep gradient and substantial drainage area of 876 square miles means water conditions can vary significantly with rainfall and seasonal changes. The high elevation drop and large volume of water moving through the system indicate consistent current and potential hazards typical of mountain streams. This is an intermediate to advanced paddling destination that requires proper skill, experience, and understanding of whitewater safety protocols.