Access Site
PA
Ramcat Put-in
City: Henry Clay Township, PA
County: Fayette
Type: Whitewater Put In
Location: 39.82658300, -79.37881300
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Run
II
Put-in
Youghiogheny - 4. Middle
11 ft/mi
Current Conditions
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• 1.10-9.00 ft
Youghiogheny River at Ohiopyle, PA
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• 1.66-8.60 ft
Youghiogheny River below Confluence, PA
About This Access Site
Ramcat Put-in is a whitewater access point located on the Youghiogheny River in Henry Clay Township, Fayette County, Pennsylvania. This site serves as a popular launching location for paddlers looking to run the Youghiogheny, which is known for its whitewater sections and varying difficulty levels depending on water levels and the specific section being paddled. The put-in provides access to one of Pennsylvania's premier whitewater rivers, which attracts kayakers and canoeists throughout the paddling season.
The Youghiogheny River near this location offers whitewater paddling opportunities with Class I through Class IV rapids depending on the section and current water conditions. Paddlers should be aware of water levels before launching, as the difficulty and safety of the river can change significantly based on recent rainfall and water release schedules from upstream dams. The area is situated in southwestern Pennsylvania, offering access to scenic river paddling in the Appalachian region.
The Youghiogheny River near this location offers whitewater paddling opportunities with Class I through Class IV rapids depending on the section and current water conditions. Paddlers should be aware of water levels before launching, as the difficulty and safety of the river can change significantly based on recent rainfall and water release schedules from upstream dams. The area is situated in southwestern Pennsylvania, offering access to scenic river paddling in the Appalachian region.