Blue Marsh Lake, PA

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Launched from Sheidy Boat Launch at the western end of the lake and paddled west up Tulpehocken Creek. The only downside of this paddle is the constant roar of fast-moving traffic on Route 183 running parallel to the lake. The unexpected highlight of the trip was two perfect spots for novice-level river surfing. If you don't know what river surfing is, here are some videos of kayakers surfing river waves just like mine, except 10 times as hard; 100 times as hard; 1000 times as hard
As you can see, you basically find the sweet spot in a stationary wave and paddle lightly just enough to keep yourself right in front of it. You're not actually moving, but the water rushing past your bow makes you feel as though you're speeding through whitewater. I wish I had a video of myself surfing the Tulpehocken!