Take Out

The Take Out on Huntington Creek in Emery County, Utah, serves as a whitewater take-out point for paddlers running this substantial creek. Huntington Creek is a large river system (Stream Order 6) with a total length of 63.78 miles and drains 794 square miles. The creek features a notable 12.2 feet per mile average gradient with a total elevation drop of 775 feet, making it suitable for whitewater paddling. Average flows of 200.13 cubic feet per second and velocities of 2.09 feet per second indicate consistent water movement throughout the year. This take-out location is positioned in the lower section of the creek, still relatively close to its headwaters, placing it 489 miles upstream from the river mouth.

Paddlers using this take-out should be prepared for whitewater conditions given the creek's gradient and flow characteristics. The location sits at approximately 1608 meters elevation in Utah's Emery County, an area known for rugged terrain and scenic canyon passages. Water conditions will vary seasonally, with spring runoff typically bringing higher flows and faster current speeds. Boaters should be experienced with moving water and familiar with whitewater rescue techniques before attempting this section.