WORMLEYSBURG GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Fall Foliage Float on the Breeches — A Guided Kayak Passage Through Wormleysburg’s Autumn Canopy
A guided, 3.5-hour kayak float on the Yellow Breeches presented by Susquehanna Outfitters; this guide explains what to expect, what’s included, and who the trip suits.
Fall Foliage Float on the Breeches — A Guided Kayak Passage Through Wormleysburg’s Autumn Canopy.
Experience the breathtaking beauty of autumn on a guided kayak float down the Yellow Breeches. Paddlers pass through a corridor of vibrant fall color while navigating intermittent riffles and sharp bends on a 3.5-hour guided journey suited to a wide range of skill levels.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
High‑quality Creek in Peak Color
The Yellow Breeches is noted for its unusually high quality and autumn spectacle—trees lining the creek create vivid fall color that defines the float.
Intermittent Riffles and Sharp Bends
The creek’s intermittent riffles and sharp bends add variety to the float and make sections a little more challenging for beginning paddlers.
A Manageable 3.5‑Hour Guided Float
This is a guided, 3.5-hour journey down the Yellow Breeches that balances scenic stretches with short technical sections, delivered as a guided experience for paddlers.
What the day feels like
How the Float Feels
You meet with the guide, launch on the Yellow Breeches and float downstream past stands of maples and oaks in fall color, negotiating intermittent riffles and bends under guided instruction while the shuttle and gear are handled by the operator.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this float suits — and who should take extra note.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Float duration is 3.5 hours; please arrive 20 minutes before launch at Susquehanna Outfitters, 333 S Front St., Wormleysburg, PA 17043 for check-in and briefing.
The trip includes a guided tour, shuttle, paddle and life jacket—these items are provided by the operator.
Single kayaks, tandem kayaks and canoes are offered; dogs are allowed on tandem kayaks or canoes for a small pet fee.
The operator is Susquehanna Outfitters; meet at their Wormleysburg location for check-in and shuttle coordination.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the float?
The guided float lasts 3.5 hours.
Where do I meet for the trip?
Please meet 20 minutes before launch at Susquehanna Outfitters, 333 South Front Street, Wormleysburg, PA 17043.
What is included in the trip price?
The trip includes a guided tour, shuttle, paddle and a life jacket.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes—dogs are welcome on a tandem kayak or a canoe for a small pet fee of $5.
Are there different boat options and prices?
Options include single kayaks, tandem kayaks or canoes, and participating in your own boat; specific rates are provided by the operator.
Is this suitable for beginners?
The trip is offered as guided and accommodates a range of skill levels, but intermittent riffles and sharp bends can make some sections more challenging for beginning paddlers.