Take Out

This is a whitewater take-out site on Whites Creek in Addison Township, Somerset County, Pennsylvania. Whites Creek is a large stream system with significant gradient and flow characteristics that make it suitable for whitewater paddling. With an average gradient of 74.2 feet per mile and an elevation drop of 1,629 feet over its 21.95-mile length, this creek offers whitewater conditions typical of Appalachian streams. The take-out location is positioned near the lower portion of the creek's run, with substantial distance remaining to the river mouth approximately 570 miles downstream.

Paddlers using this take-out should be prepared for strong current conditions, as the creek's average velocity of 1.77 feet per second combined with the steep gradient indicates consistent moving water. The drainage area of 137 square miles and average flow of 274.88 cubic feet per second mean water levels and intensity can vary seasonally. This site serves intermediate to advanced paddlers running whitewater sections of Whites Creek. Specific amenities at this take-out location are not detailed in the available data, so paddlers should verify parking, facilities, and access conditions before planning their trip.