A Variety of Outdoor

Recreational Activities

   White Water Rafting (top)

Deep Gorges, with awe-inspiring scenery that is largely untouched by man, pounding rapids and crystal clear waters are what you can expect to find when rafting near Deep Creek Lake. Rafting companies can provide equipment rentals, shuttle rides & tour guides. Our area offers class 2, 3 & 4-5 difficulties, but please remember the difficulty is measured by water levels and amounts being released by nearby dams. Use the (Get River Info) to check the levels or call a nearby rafting company. You can always get lessons at the (Adventure Sports Center International)

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Class 2: Middle Yough

Confluence (put-in)  - Ohiopyle (take-out)

10.4 Miles / 4-6 hours

Suitable for families with smaller children

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Class 3: Lower Yough

Ohiopyle (put-in)  - Bruner Run (take-out)

7.4 Miles / 4-5 hours

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Class 4-5: Upper Yough

Sang Run Rd. (put-in)  - Friendsville (take-out)

9.9 Miles / 5-6 hours

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Class 2-3: Cheat River

Rowlesburg (put-in)  - Albrigh Dam  (take-out)

5 Miles / 3-4 hours

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Illegal: Ohiopyle Falls

Ohiopyle (put-in)  - Ohiopyle (take-out)

.1 Miles / .25 hours

Falls open up one weekend every year,

for the Ohiopyle Falls Race and Freestyle, at fallsrace.com.

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What to wear / bring?

Cold Weather	Warm Weather

Wet suite rentals are available from most companies. It is best to be prepared for any type of weather at any time of the year; rain, shine, sleet and snow. Remember that it is always easier to cool down in the water than to warm up so please dress well.

   Kayaking & Canoeing  (top)

Are you looking for exercise, serenity, a chance to explore, and a feeling of being at one with nature? Here is a list of all the nearby places where you can launch your kayak or canoe in. Rental companies usually have you launch into the water from their sites.

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Deep Creek Lake

Best done during early morning hours

 to avoid the power boat wakes and

enjoy the wildlife and quiet solitude.

The following sites have parking.

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Herrington Manor State Park

50 acre lake with concession during seasons.

Gas Engines Are NOT Allowed

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Savage River Reservoir

350 acre lake with 16 miles of shoreline.

Gas Engines Are NOT Allowed

Accessible from several roads -

Dry Run Road, Big Run Road or Savage River Road

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Youghiogheny Reservoir
2,800 acre lake with 38 miles of shoreline.

Accessible from -

Mill Run Road off the Addison - Friendsville Road

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Broadford Lake

200 acre lake with picnic areas & trails.

Gas Engines Are NOT Allowed

 Broadford Road from Route 135 south

 in Mountain Lake Park.

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