City: Town of Shandaken, NY
County: Ulster
Type: Whitewater Take Out
Location: 42.11470000, -74.36380000
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Run
II(III)
Take-out
Esopus Creek - 1) Big Indian to Allaben Portal
Current Conditions
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• 500.00-3000.00 cfs
Esopus Creek at Allaben NY
Whitewater Runs on Esopus Creek
4 runsDifficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
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II-III
Put-in at this location
2) Allaben Portal to Phoenicia
4.6 mi
II(III)
Take-out at this location
1) Big Indian to Allaben Portal
5.4 mi
II+
Downstream from here (4.8 mi to put-in)
3) Phoenicia to Boiceville
6.3 mi
II-IV(V)
Downstream from here (26.9 mi to put-in)
5) Glenerie Falls to Saugerties
3.2 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
This take-out access point on Esopus Creek in the Town of Shandaken serves as an exit point for whitewater paddlers completing runs on this popular Hudson Valley creek. Esopus Creek is known for its dynamic whitewater conditions, particularly during spring runoff and after heavy rainfall, making this take-out essential for boaters finishing multi-mile paddling trips. The location provides access to one of the northeastern United States' most well-known whitewater paddling destinations.
Paddlers using this take-out should be prepared for the physical demands of Esopus Creek's whitewater environment. The creek features varying difficulty levels throughout different sections, and water conditions can change significantly based on seasonal flows and dam releases. This access point is integral to popular shuttle runs and multi-day paddling adventures in the region.
Paddlers using this take-out should be prepared for the physical demands of Esopus Creek's whitewater environment. The creek features varying difficulty levels throughout different sections, and water conditions can change significantly based on seasonal flows and dam releases. This access point is integral to popular shuttle runs and multi-day paddling adventures in the region.