Keuka Outlet
Penn Yan to Dresden
| Difficulty | I-III(V+) |
| Length | 6.4 mi |
| Avg Gradient | n/a |
| Reach Info Last Updated | June 7, 2016 |
River Description
This reach has enjoyed a resurgence! Courtesy of Cascade Falls Kayak Adventures, the Friends of the Outlet, the Village of Penn Yan and the Keuka Lake Outlet Association, the strainers are cleared out by volunteers. the stream has a whitewater slalom course and a 7.5-mile hiking and biking trail. WW Slalom races are held there in the spring and fall. Racing teams from NY, New England and Pennsylvania use this site to train.
For Driving Directions from all points to the mill and the competition center, click here.
For directions to the putin in downtown Penn Yan, click here.
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...River Features
Penn Yan Putin
There are several putins, but the earliest is in Penn Yan. There's a small parking lot, with a short walk to the Outlet. There is a walking trail the entire 7+ miles of the outlet. Be on the lookout for people walking, riding bikes or on Horses if you find it necessary to be on the trail.
Keuka Falls
Sorry, guys. This one's unrunnable; you'd be landing on rocks from 20+ feet. Portage left.
Cascade Falls
You can recognize this broken-down dam by the beat-up building on River Left. Get out when you see the Warning sign. The property owers understand the river passage laws and allow for safe passage around the falls. By permit the Falls are runnable during designated Special Events.
The Tube
This is a short tunnel under a bridge. It dumps you into a small hole. Watch out for the island directly after the tunnel--it has a tendency to collect wood.
Dresden Takeout
Take out just before the Milo Rd. bridge on River Right.
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