Take Out

Deep Creek is a medium-sized whitewater stream located in Garrett County, Maryland, characterized by a significant gradient and substantial elevation drop that makes it popular with paddlers seeking moving water. The take-out access point marks the end of a run through water with an average gradient of 12.2 feet per mile, which indicates consistent whitewater conditions suitable for intermediate to advanced paddlers. With a drainage area of 271 square miles and average flows around 30 cubic feet per second, Deep Creek maintains steady current and water movement throughout much of the year.

This take-out location is positioned on a stream order 4 waterway, meaning it's a medium river with established flow patterns. The 62-mile length of Deep Creek provides substantial paddling opportunities, and the significant elevation change of 765 feet across the entire drainage creates dynamic river conditions. Paddlers using this take-out should be prepared for continuous current and moderate to swift water movement typical of Appalachian whitewater streams in this region.

Access to this take-out point provides egress from an active whitewater run. Paddlers should expect the water conditions to reflect the stream's gradient and velocity characteristics, with the average current speed of 1.39 feet per second providing constant downstream momentum. The location serves the whitewater paddling community and is essential for completing runs through Deep Creek's technical sections.