The Wilds section of the West Branch Paddle Club (WBPC) gets its name and icon from the wild elk that can be found in this region of Pennsylvania. The Susquehanna River West Branch meanders through forested ridges and valleys, which are home to the largest free-roaming elk herd in the northeastern United States. In total, this section covers roughly 76 miles of the 228-mile water trail, making it the longest of the four sections that make up the WBPC. Some points of interest along this section of the water trail include Sproul State Forest and the PA Wild Elk Range.
Estimated Paddle Time: 5-7 days (estimate based on 12-16 miles per day at normal water levels)
Start: Elliot's Park Access (RM 174.2)
Accesses in this section:
Overnight Stays:
Hazards:
End: Renovo 5th Street Access (RM 97.8) or PA State Flaming Foliage Access (RM 97.3)
Kayaking near Shawville |
Elliott's Park welcome sign |
Bridge along the river near Karthaus. Photo courtesy Mark Plummer at Flickr.com |
Water trail panel at the Karthaus access |