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Take-out PA

Take Out

Elk Creek (Lake Erie trib.) - 3.) Route 98 to Lake Erie · PA

American Whitewater 42.0233, -80.3751

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Gauge Conditions

Walnut Creek Upstream Pool, near Erie, PA Upstream Primary
Runnable: 4.7 – 5.5 FT

Lower Elk pretty accurately reflects the flow of Walnut Creek, 5 hours later. So, if you see a spike on the Walnut gauge, expect Girard to peak about 5 hours l

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Take Out
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Take Out marks the final stretch before Lake Erie, characterized by a broad, shallow water dispersion with potential debris and unpredictable current patterns. Paddlers should anticipate potential rock gardens and shifting substrate that can quickly alter navigation, particularly during low water conditions. While technically unclassified, careful route selection and attentive maneuvering are critical to safely completing this terminal section of Elk Creek.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Take-out
Difficulty
Class N/A
Mile Marker
13.0 mi
Directions
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3.) Route 98 to Lake Erie
Elk Creek (Lake Erie trib.)
I-II 13.2 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater