Access Site
PA
Take Out
City: Lower Chanceford Township, PA
County: York
Type: Whitewater Take Out
Location: 39.81720000, -76.33339700
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Location
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Whitewater Run
III+
Take-out
Susquehanna River - 3.) Holtwood
5 ft/mi
Current Conditions
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• 6.00-12.00 ft
Susquehanna River at Harrisburg, PA
Whitewater Runs on Susquehanna River
2 runsDifficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
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III+
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3.) Holtwood
1.1 mi
5 ft/mi
II(IV)
Upstream from here (19.6 mi from take-out)
2.) Marietta to Columbia
1.9 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
This take-out location on the Susquehanna River in Lower Chanceford Township provides access to one of the largest river systems on the East Coast. The Susquehanna is a major river with significant flow averaging over 82,000 cubic feet per second and an average velocity of 9.47 feet per second, making it suitable for experienced paddlers. The take-out point is positioned on a river segment with an average gradient of 2 feet per mile, indicating moderate current conditions typical of this section.
The Susquehanna River at this location represents a substantial waterway with stream order 8 classification, meaning it's comparable in scale to major rivers like the Mississippi and Missouri. Paddlers using this take-out should be prepared for the river's strong current and substantial flow volume. The river's total elevation drop of 1,195 feet over its 585-mile length creates consistent downstream conditions that paddlers must respect and manage properly.
Boaters using this take-out should have intermediate to advanced skills given the river's size, current, and flow characteristics. The location in York County provides access to a heavily-traveled section of the Susquehanna that is popular for multi-day paddling trips. Proper planning, safety equipment, and awareness of water conditions are essential for anyone taking out at this location.
The Susquehanna River at this location represents a substantial waterway with stream order 8 classification, meaning it's comparable in scale to major rivers like the Mississippi and Missouri. Paddlers using this take-out should be prepared for the river's strong current and substantial flow volume. The river's total elevation drop of 1,195 feet over its 585-mile length creates consistent downstream conditions that paddlers must respect and manage properly.
Boaters using this take-out should have intermediate to advanced skills given the river's size, current, and flow characteristics. The location in York County provides access to a heavily-traveled section of the Susquehanna that is popular for multi-day paddling trips. Proper planning, safety equipment, and awareness of water conditions are essential for anyone taking out at this location.