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Youghiogheny River

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5.4–38 midistance range
Easy · Harddifficulty
A kayaker braces in whitewater on the Youghiogheny River in Ohiopyle State Park.
Lower Yough whitewater in Ohiopyle State ParkPhoto by Andy from Pittsburgh via Wikimedia Commons · Wikimedia Commons: CC BY 2.0
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Your tripConnellsville River Park to River Road, DawsonApproximately 5.4 river miles · About 3–4 hr · easy
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Youghiogheny River paddle planning

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Water levels

These Youghiogheny River routes use 4 gauge references depending on the stretch.

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Compare 4 routes (3 scored · 1 planning) across Laurel Highlands. Open a route page for put-in, take-out, distance, data reliability, and access notes.

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Youghiogheny River paddling FAQ

Where can I paddle the Youghiogheny River?

Paddle Today tracks 4 Youghiogheny River routes across Laurel Highlands. Compare the route cards on this page, then open an individual route for put-in, take-out, distance, and access notes.

How should I check Youghiogheny River water levels?

Check the gauge notes for your stretch and its live score where available. This hub uses 4 gauges or gauge references. Planning routes have no live score; check their source guidance and current access notices.

Which Youghiogheny River route is best today?

Compare current scores where available, along with water level, recent trend, weather, access, and route difficulty. Planning-only cards provide trip information without a live paddling recommendation.