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Put-in PA

Put In

Swatara Creek - 4. Harpers Tavern, PA to Boat House Rd., Hershey, PA (PA)

Monitor this Rapid

Gauge Conditions

Swatara Creek at Harper Tavern, PA Upstream Primary

Runnable: 2.1 – 6.3 FT

Swatara Creek near Hershey, PA Downstream Primary

Runnable: 2.5 – 5.6 FT

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

The Put In rapid marks the start of the Swatara Creek run, providing a straightforward entry point with minimal technical challenges. Paddlers should be aware of potential shallow areas and scattered rocks near the launch, which can impact boat navigation during lower water levels.