East Branch Clarion River 7-Mile Paddle

Paddle the full East Branch Clarion River from Kilgus Road to the Johnsonburg Municipal Authority take-out. This 7-mile route pairs engineered river features with a quieter lower corridor into Johnsonburg.

• Navigate cold, clear water released below East Branch Dam
• Cross engineered rock cross-vanes that replaced former log dams
• Watch for wildlife through the forests of State Game Lands 25
• Stop at the Dam Inn riverside restaurant if you choose
• Continue through the quiet lower corridor into Johnsonburg

Know before you go

• River tubes are not offered on the East Branch because of consistently cold water
• Exit at the JMA cooperative take-out before the iron bridge
• Do not pass or portage the Domtar Paper Mill Dam
• An emergency contact name and phone number are required