What water level is good for paddling Mohican River — Loudonville to Greer?

We don't yet have a published runnable range for this section, so we can't give a firm number. Check the live USGS gauge and ask a local outfitter before you go.

How do I check Mohican River levels?

We read USGS gauge 03131500 — the same public data USGS publishes — about every 30 minutes and compare it to the runnable range for this reach. You can also view the raw gauge yourself at waterdata.usgs.gov.

Is Mohican River — Loudonville to Greer good for beginners?

This section is rated Class I. At good levels it suits confident beginners and up, but it can have riffles or small rapids. Scout anything you can't see, and stay off it at high water.

When is the best time to paddle Mohican River here?

Typically April–October, when flows are most reliable for this section. Spring can run high after rain or snowmelt; late summer can drop too low. Always check today's gauge reading rather than assuming.

How long does it take to float Mohican River — Loudonville to Greer?

This reach is about 7 miles, roughly 3.5 hours at a relaxed pace. Higher water is faster; low water and headwinds are slower. Add time for stops.

Mohican River — Loudonville to Greer: River Level Today — Can You Paddle It?

Class I7 mi · ~3.5 hrMohican RiverOhio

Verdict · updated Aug 27, 6:45 AM UTC

No runnable range yet

We don’t have a runnable range for this section yet — many of these are calm or dam-controlled reaches. Here’s the current gauge reading; check it (and, for tailwaters, the dam’s generation schedule) before you go.

Estimated range

3.2 ft

USGS gauge 03131500

Paddling Loudonville to Greer

Mohican River at Loudonville to Greer is a 7-mile Class I run in Ohio — easygoing moving water with light riffles and nothing technical. Most paddlers put in at Loudonville (canoe liveries / Mohican State Park) and take out at Greer Landing (SR 715), a trip that runs about 3.5 hours at a relaxed pace.

We track USGS gauge 03131500 for this reach, but there isn't a published runnable range for it yet, so we won't invent a firm number. Use the live reading and 7-day trend above to see whether the Mohican River is rising or falling, and check with a local outfitter or paddling club before you commit to a launch.

Flows here are usually most dependable April–October. Spring can run high after rain or snowmelt, and late summer often drops too low to float well — but the gauge always beats the calendar, so check today's reading before you go.

7-day flow trend

7-day flow trend is unavailable for this gauge right now.

Section facts

Difficulty: Class I
Length: 7 mi
Float time: ~3.5 hr
Best months: April–October
Put-in: Loudonville (canoe liveries / Mohican State Park)
Take-out: Greer Landing (SR 715)

Reading USGS gauge 03131500 — Black Fork at Loudonville OH ↗ · runnable range is an estimate (see methodology)

FAQ

What water level is good for paddling Mohican River — Loudonville to Greer?: We don't yet have a published runnable range for this section, so we can't give a firm number. Check the live USGS gauge and ask a local outfitter before you go.
How do I check Mohican River levels?: We read USGS gauge 03131500 — the same public data USGS publishes — about every 30 minutes and compare it to the runnable range for this reach. You can also view the raw gauge yourself at waterdata.usgs.gov.
Is Mohican River — Loudonville to Greer good for beginners?: This section is rated Class I. At good levels it suits confident beginners and up, but it can have riffles or small rapids. Scout anything you can't see, and stay off it at high water.
When is the best time to paddle Mohican River here?: Typically April–October, when flows are most reliable for this section. Spring can run high after rain or snowmelt; late summer can drop too low. Always check today's gauge reading rather than assuming.
How long does it take to float Mohican River — Loudonville to Greer?: This reach is about 7 miles, roughly 3.5 hours at a relaxed pace. Higher water is faster; low water and headwinds are slower. Add time for stops.

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