Guided rafting through the PA Grand Canyon with Class II–III rapids and lunch
6-8 Hours
Gear, guide, lunch
Float 17 miles down Pine Creek with a river guide supporting you in or alongside your raft. Take on Class II–III rapids and learn how the canyon formed as you travel through a remote section of the PA Grand Canyon.
Ages 6+; minors must have an accompanying adult. A non-refundable $10 per person processing fee applies.
There is a non-refundable $10 per person processing fee. Refunds (minus $10 per person) are only issued with more than 48 hours notice; less than 48 hours gets no refund. No-shows are charged full price. Full credit or refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Product ID: SZM586
Arrive at 8:30 am. Plan to depart around 9:30–10:00 am for a 4–6 hour float, then return around 3–5 pm (including about a 1-hour shuttle back to Pine Creek Outfitters).
Wear proper footwear—no bare feet. Water shoes or old sneakers work best. Bring only what you need, and use a protective case or waterproof carrier for your phone.
Do not bring your keys with you on the creek. Leave what you don’t need in your car.
PA Grand Canyon
Shannon and the team here have built a strong reputation around making outdoor adventures in the PA Grand Canyon area stress-free. Their shuttle and vehicle valet services are particularly well-regarded, with backpackers and cyclists consistently praising the reliability, punctuality, and local knowledge the staff brings to every trip. The Canyon Valet service in particular gets warm mentions from hikers doing the West Rim Trail, who appreciate the thoughtful little touches like parking cars close to trail exits after long days on the trail. Bike rentals are another popular offering, with e-bikes available for scenic rides along the Pine Creek Rail Trail. Staff are generally described as helpful and welcoming, and the overall booking experience is smooth. A few riders have noted the bike seats could be more comfortable on longer rides, which is worth keeping in mind if you're planning a longer excursion. The occasional complaint about customer service pops up, but these seem to be isolated experiences against a backdrop of mostly positive interactions. For anyone planning a one-way hike or bike trip in the area, this outfitter fills a real gap and most visitors leave feeling like the experience was well worth it.
Pine Creek Outfitters was a great asset for our 55th wedding anniversary celebration. Their E bike rental and shuttle service provided the perfect combo for these seniors to do 28 miles of Pine Creek rails -to-trails through the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. It was our first experience with E bikes which were very easy to use. These are the “pedal assist“ variety. With their electric motors providing maybe 70% of the pedal power we were comfortably tired, but not exhausted by the time we reached Slate Run. Many thanks to the Creator and to Pine Creek outfitters.
Philip Byler
August 17, 2026
Pine Creek Outfitters was a great asset for our 55th wedding anniversary celebration. Their E bike rental and shuttle service provided the perfect combo for these seniors to do 28 miles of Pine Creek rails -to-trails through the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. It was our first experience with E bikes which were very easy to use. These are the “pedal assist“ variety. With their electric motors providing maybe 70% of the pedal power we were comfortably tired, but not exhausted by the time we reached Slate Run. Many thanks to the Creator and to Pine Creek outfitters.
Philip Byler
August 17, 2026
9am shuttle from Jersey Shore to your trailhead (reservation required)
9:20am Waterville bike shuttle pickup with reservation required
9:50am Cedar Run pickup for guests staying on property (no public parking)
Have your vehicle shuttled to Rattlesnake Rock while you bike, hike, or boat
Ride 28 miles on the Pine Creek Rail Trail with return shuttle included
Meet at Slate Run at 9:45am for your shuttle to Pine Creek Outfitters