Little Beaver Creek

Thank you Hammock,

If the water level stays over 500 by Sunday I may hit Little Beaver Creek this weekend. First time out this year!

Dear Hammock,

I see you went on April 30th. How was the water and how were you dressed? I am thinking the water temperature was probably 50 - 55 degrees. Were you in a canoe or kayak? I am eager to go but do not have a full wet suit or dry suit.................................................................................................................................................................................................................

On August 9, 2013 (2nd time in the kayak) I took my son, 15, (1st time in a kayak) from Beaver Creek State Park to Gretchen's Lock (Sprucevale Road). The flow was 1100 cfs. It took us a little under an hour on the water for the trip. The water was flowing well. There was one spot near half way were my son was on the left side of the stream and got caught on a bend where the water was keeping him from moving further. After paddling for a little while he finally paddled straight west and caught a current that pulled him out. At no time was he in any danger he just needed to learn to get out of the easy situation. This is the second time from the State park to Gretchen's Lock and the trip is great for beginners. My first trip was with flow at 241 cfs. This was a little low and took 2.5 hrs. We never had to get out to carry the kayak (weight 168 lbs. and stayed right on all splits) but we did feel rocks on the bottom several times. Next post will be when the flow is above 1500 cfs.