Access Site
PA
River Access - Hallton Canoe Launch
City: Spring Creek Township, PA
County: Elk
Type: Whitewater Access
Location: 41.40093900, -78.93215100
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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
I(II)
Clarion River - 2. Portland Mills, PA to Cooksburg, PA
6 ft/mi
Current Conditions
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• 300.00-10000.00 cfs
Clarion River at Cooksburg, PA
Whitewater Runs on Clarion River
2 runsDifficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
Downstream from here Upstream from here
Downstream from here Upstream from here
I(II)
This location is on this run
2. Portland Mills, PA to Cooksburg, PA
34.0 mi
6 ft/mi
I-II
Downstream from here (37.7 mi to put-in)
3. Piney Reservoir Dam to Foxview Rd at Alleghany River trail [mouth at Alleghany River]
26.0 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Hallton Canoe Launch is a whitewater access point on the Clarion River, a large stream system in northwest Pennsylvania that drains over 1,200 square miles. This segment of the Clarion is characterized by moderate gradient and consistent flow, making it suitable for paddlers seeking whitewater experiences. The river maintains an average flow of about 2,233 cubic feet per second with a velocity around 4.45 feet per second, indicating moving water with some technical features typical of Stream Order 6 rivers.
The launch site is located in Spring Creek Township in Elk County, providing access to a section of the Clarion River that flows through a relatively remote area of Pennsylvania. Paddlers using this access point should be prepared for fast-moving water and should have appropriate whitewater skills. The surrounding region offers scenic views of the river valley, though specific amenities at this particular launch location are not detailed in the available data.
The Clarion River system is popular among canoeists and kayakers in the region. Paddlers should check current water conditions and flow rates before launching, as the river's characteristics can vary seasonally. The total elevation drop of 576 feet across the river's 102-mile length indicates that various sections offer different difficulty levels, and this particular launch site should be evaluated for its specific gradient and features.
The launch site is located in Spring Creek Township in Elk County, providing access to a section of the Clarion River that flows through a relatively remote area of Pennsylvania. Paddlers using this access point should be prepared for fast-moving water and should have appropriate whitewater skills. The surrounding region offers scenic views of the river valley, though specific amenities at this particular launch location are not detailed in the available data.
The Clarion River system is popular among canoeists and kayakers in the region. Paddlers should check current water conditions and flow rates before launching, as the river's characteristics can vary seasonally. The total elevation drop of 576 feet across the river's 102-mile length indicates that various sections offer different difficulty levels, and this particular launch site should be evaluated for its specific gradient and features.