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Rapid PA Class II+

Rapid

Laurel Hill Creek - 2. Whipkey Dam to Humbert Covered Bridge Nr. Ursina · PA

American Whitewater 39.9034, -79.3176

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Gauge Conditions

Laurel Hill Creek at Ursina, PA Downstream Primary
Runnable: 500.0 – 2,500.0 CFS

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Rapid
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

This rapid is the first Class II drop on the Laurel Hill Creek and consists of a river-right hole and a nice surfing wave on river left. The river widens and braids once below this drop. 

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class II+
Mile Marker
3.0 mi
Directions
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2. Whipkey Dam to Humbert Covered Bridge Nr. Ursina
Laurel Hill Creek
II(III) 9.9 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater