Genesee Valley Chapter of the Adirondack Mountain Club

Ganargua Creek (Wayne County)

Segment: Swift Landing Park to Route 88
Length: 8 miles
Difficulty: Class 2

Maps: Delorme page number

How to get there:

From Rochester take Route 490 east to the Route 31/Palmyra exit. Head east on Route 31 through Palmyra to the put-in at Swifts Landing park. To get to Swifts Landing take Route 31 east to Galloway Rd. located between Palmyra and Newark. Turn left onto Galloway Road, cross over a one lane bridge, and make a left turn at the T intersection. The park is a short distance down the road on your left. A second vehicle should be left at the take out which is approximately 9 miles from the put-in by car. To get to the take out, return back to Route 31 and head east to Newark. Turn north on Route 88. Route 88 crosses over Ganargua Creek. Parking is on the right after the road crosses over the creek. There is a worn foot path down to the creek.

Description:

This is a flat water paddle with a bit of white water excitement occurring every now and then. There are several white water chutes, mostly in the first half of the trip. The chutes are mini-rapids that are short in length. The first chute is shortly after the put-in. Also, you may have to carry over and around trees fallen across the creek creating an obstacle for paddling. At the time of this writing there were approximately 6 chutes and 3 obstacles. All in all this is a leisurely 3 hour paddle with a bit of excitement.

The creek travels mostly behind fields and wooded lots, houses are rare though visible at times. The creek meanders, providing a great view of wild flowers and water fowl.

This trip is recommended for the intermediate to experienced flat water canoeist that is looking for the added excitement of fast water chutes.

When paddling, the take-out is on the left after crossing under the Route 88 bridge. This bridge can be identified by the 2 microwave towers on a hill in the distance on the left. Also you will paddle under a set of power lines on telephone poles immediately before the bridge.

Nearby Attractions: None