paddlding through 250 years of History
DAY BY DAY
The Route
107 miles of the Allegheny River, designated as a National Wild and Scenic River — through ancient forests, historic river towns, and landscapes that tell the story of America. Kickoff celebration is Sunday, July 26 in Warren, PA. Paddling launches Monday, July 27.
KICKOFF · SUNDAY, JULY 26
Warren, PA — Kickoff Celebration
Join us at 20 Clark Street, Warren, PA, for the grand opening celebration from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Evening program, gathering of participants and invited guests, and preparation for the journey ahead.
Lodging is on your own for Sunday night. We are working on securing an area for camping.
DAY 1 · MONDAY, JULY 27 · 7 MILES
Crescent Park (Warren) → Buckaloons Recreational Area
Launch at 10:00 AM for a half-day paddle — a gentle introduction to the river.
CAMP AT BUCKALOONS
SHOWERS AVAILABLE
DAY 2 · TUESDAY, JULY 28 · 15 MILES · OVERALL: 22
Buckaloons → Tidioute Access
A full day's paddle through Wild & Scenic river country. Lunch at Mouth of Thompson (Allegheny National Forest).
DAY 3 · WEDNESDAY, JULY 29 · 15 MILES · OVERALL: 37
Tidioute Access → Tionesta PFBC Access
Lunch at West Hickory Access Area (PennDOT).
SHUTTLE 5 mile PM & AM
DAY 4 · THURSDAY, JULY 30 · 13 MILES · OVERALL: 50
Tionesta → ORA President Boat Launch (Oil City)
Lunch at Oleopolis Village. Half -day journey ends here. Overnight: Oil Region Venango Campus, 1801 W. 1st St., Oil City, PA 16301
SHOWERS AVAILABLE
Half Journey ends
DAY 5 · FRIDAY, JULY 31 · 9 MILES · OVERALL: 59
Riverfront Park (Franklin) → Fisherman's Cove Boat Launch
A half-day on water. Lunch at Riverfront Park, Franklin. Overnight: Seneca Hills Bible Camp, 276 Damascus Rd, Polk, PA 16342
SHUTTLE TO CRANBERRY HIGH SCHOOL FOR LODGING
DAY 6 · SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 · 16 MILES · OVERALL: 75
Kennerdell Boat Launch → Emlenton Borough
The final stretch! Lunch at Rockland Station Road Trailhead. Journey ends under the SR-38 Bridge, Emlenton Boro. Shuttles return participants to Warren.