A typical rafting excursion will begin in
Ansonia, Pennsylvania, along Route 6, and
continue south through the Pennsylvania Grand
Canyon / Pine Creek Gorge to Blackwell. River
off-loading and parking facilities are available
right in front of The Blackwell and two miles
south of Blackwell at Rattle Snake Rock on
Route 414. The water level of Pine Creek determines the duration of this river activity; however, under normal conditions, the Pine Creek Gorge has sufficient water for canoes and rafts until the first week in June. Although more serene, trips from The Blackwell to Cedar Run (6 miles south of Blackwell) or to Slate Run (13 miles south of Blackwell) can be undertaken through the month of June.
Pine Creek, from Ansonia to Blackwell, is classified as a Class III water with frequent rapids and swift flowing water. The water below Blackwell is considered a Class II River with frequent rapids of medium difficulty with unobstructed passages and low ledges.