Take Out - MD Route 623

The Take Out at MD Route 623 provides access to Broad Creek in Harford County, serving as a whitewater take-out point for paddlers completing runs on this medium-sized stream. Broad Creek is a 17.86-mile waterway with significant elevation change, dropping nearly 500 feet over its course with an average gradient of 27.8 feet per mile, indicating consistent whitewater conditions suitable for intermediate to advanced paddlers. The creek has a drainage area of 41 square miles and maintains an average flow of 57.69 cubic feet per second, providing year-round paddling opportunities depending on seasonal water levels.

As a dedicated take-out access point, this location serves paddlers exiting the creek rather than launching. The site is positioned at coordinates 39.69610200, -76.24413200 along MD Route 623, offering vehicle access for shuttle operations. With a stream order classification of 4, Broad Creek represents a medium river with moderate complexity, and the steep gradient combined with the creek's headwater characteristics suggest technical whitewater that demands paddling experience and proper safety precautions.

Paddlers should be prepared for moving water with an average velocity of 1.27 feet per second and account for the substantial elevation loss over the run. The takeout location provides essential egress for whitewater runs, and paddlers should plan shuttle logistics accordingly. Water conditions vary seasonally, so checking current flow data and recent reports before paddling is recommended for safe trip planning on this technical creek.