McConnells Mill State Park is located on Slippery Rock Creek just north of Pittsburgh PA. There is a trail on both sides of this park that is only a little challenging.  A great place to raft, kayak, and if you are really good, canoe when the water is up in the spring or just after a good rain. This run is not for beginners!  Since the water levels of the creek can vary so much due to the amount of rain photographing here is a different experience every time you come.  Because the canyon is steep on both sides darkness comes early so be prepared.  When there is lots of water take notice of the little streams that feed the creek along the way.  There are plenty of nature photography opportunities.  The Mill it self is very photogenic as is the dam next to it.  A old fashioned covered bridge at the mill is a great photo opportunity.

There are plenty of places to sit along the creek to photograph from, paint, fish, or just enjoy the sounds of the water as it makes it’s way.  There are several class three rapids that can develop into class four with enough run off.