Take Out

This take-out access point on Blacklick Creek in Burrell Township serves paddlers completing whitewater runs on a substantial Pennsylvania waterway. Blacklick Creek is a large river system spanning 32.86 miles with a total elevation drop of 467 feet, creating an average gradient of 14.2 feet per mile. With an average flow of 748.81 cubic feet per second and velocity of 1.98 feet per second, the creek maintains significant current suitable for intermediate to advanced paddlers seeking moving water conditions.

The take-out location at 40.47500, -79.18700 is positioned in Indiana County's Burrell Township, approximately 2055 miles upstream from the mouth where Blacklick Creek eventually joins larger systems. This access point is essential for paddlers completing whitewater descents, allowing safe exit from the stream after navigating the creek's technical sections. The drainage area of 418 square miles indicates substantial water volume, particularly important for planning trips during varying seasonal conditions and flow levels.

Paddlers should verify current water conditions and flow rates before putting in upstream, as the creek's 14.2 foot per mile gradient creates fast-moving sections throughout its course. The creek's classification as a large river system means it can experience significant changes in water level and current intensity, making trip planning and knowledge of water conditions essential for safe paddling.