Clarion River: Cook Forest

A 52-mile stretch of the Clarion River was designated a National Wild and Scenic River in 1996, including 17 scenic miles through Clarion County. The river crosses Clarion County from Cook Forest down to join the Allegheny River near the charming resort town of Foxburg. The beautiful Clarion River winds through narrow valleys of hardwood forests. Intermittent riffles and rock outcrops offer an ever-changing scenery. Wildlife can often be seen along the banks including playful river otters as you paddle along. During warm weather, the Clarion is a premier destination for canoeists, kayakers, paddle boarders, swimmers, and tubers. During periods of high water, the river has some Class 2 waters, which experienced paddlers enjoy. For the most part, the river is calm and relaxed for more novice rivergoers.