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Access Site NY

Take Out

Fox Creek Schoharie Creek

Source: american_whitewater Updated 3 months ago

City: Village of Schoharie, NY
County: Schoharie
Type: Whitewater Take Out
Location: 42.67829900, -74.30320000
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Location
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Whitewater Run
II+(III) Take-out Fox Creek - Route 9 bridge (W. Berne) to Vrooman Corners
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Current Conditions
Whitewater Runs on Fox Creek
1 run
Difficulty 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
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Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
This take-out site on Fox Creek in the Village of Schoharie provides access to a significant whitewater waterway in Schoharie County. Fox Creek is a large river system with a notable gradient of 11.1 feet per mile on average, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced paddlers seeking moving water. The creek drops 433 feet in elevation over its 38.89-mile length and maintains an average flow of 22.34 cubic feet per second with velocities around 1.80 feet per second, indicating consistent current conditions typical of whitewater runs.

As a take-out location, this site serves paddlers completing runs on Fox Creek. The average gradient and stream order suggest this section of the creek features moderate to swift current and potential whitewater features. Paddlers using this take-out should be prepared for moving water conditions and assess current water levels before launching or taking out. The site's location within the village provides some accessibility to services, though specific amenities at this particular access point are not documented.

Water conditions on Fox Creek are generally characterized by fast moving current appropriate for intermediate to advanced paddlers. Those planning trips on this waterway should research current conditions, water levels, and any hazards specific to their intended section, as gradient and flow can create challenging paddling conditions.