Tubing/Kayaking on the Yellow Breeches Creek

04/02/2026

Messiah University update regarding closures in 2026. You can also get an updated listing at: https://www.messiah.edu/safety/pages/creek_closings

Public Access to Messiah University Property Yellow Breeches Creek/ Starry Field Complex access will be closed on the following dates due to events taking place on campus:

Friday, May 8, 2026
Saturday, May 9, 2026
Monday, May 25, 2026
Saturday, July 4th, 2026
Friday, August 21, 2026
Saturday, August 22, 2026

Closed means that the public may not enter any part of campus to access the creek and/or other campus amenities. Our relationship with the local community is important to Messiah University. Our campus is private property, but as good neighbors, it is our pleasure to provide access to the public as we are able. Messiah University does reserve the right, as needed, to restrict access to campus and to the Yellow Breeches by way of access via campus property.

We appreciate your cooperation and thank you for visiting Messiah University.

Creek Closings

06/18/2025

You have been warned...

https://www.fox43.com/article/news/local/lancaster-county/high-e-coli-levels-detected-susquehanna-river/521-25923831-399b-4ced-9a8a-636a39812b5b

06/02/2025

Message received:
I want to report two MAJOR strainers found on May 25: One about 200 yards upstream from the PA Turnpike, and the other about one mile downstream from the Dam at Lime Kiln Road. They are dangerous and not passable.

06/02/2025

Someone reported some issues on the creek. Thank you!
“I want to report two MAJOR strainers found on May 25: One about 200 yards upstream from the PA Turnpike, and the other about one mile downstream from the Dam at Lime Kiln Road. They are dangerous and not passable.”

05/12/2025

All are welcome to participate. One lane of Grantham road will be closed for a few hours in the morning during the race.

04/22/2025

Information from Messiah University:
Due to construction work at the Starry parking lot, access to parking and to the Yellow Breeches at Messiah University will be limited. Beginning on May 10, 2025, with undergraduate commencement ceremonies, the parking lot across the covered bridge will be closed. It is expected that it will reopen by August 20, 2025.

For the public, this limits parking availability, and the covered bridge will be closed to all vehicles and pedestrians. Access to the creek will be limited to the Cumberland County side only, with no nearby parking.

We ask all visitors that wish to access the Yellow Breeches to consider other plans. Thank you in advance for respecting Messiah University property.

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08/11/2024

I 🤬 HATE being right on topics like this... Prayers for the family involved. 🙏

08/09/2024

If you follow this page, I'm hoping that what I'm about to say seems like common sense:
STAY OUT OF THE WATERS THIS WEEKEND!!!
Flood waters are no joke. And even as the waters receed, the creek will be different.
There will be "new" obstacles, with trees and rocks being moved by the high waters. Make good decisions. Stay safe.

07/25/2024

Find local businesses, view maps and get driving directions in Google Maps.

07/10/2024

Be cautious. If anyone has additional info, please post.

07/02/2024

NOTICE FROM MESSIAH UNIVERSITY:

Public Access to Messiah University Property Yellow Breeches Creek/ Starry Field Complex access will be closed on the following dates:

6/30/24 - 7/6/24

Closed means that the public may not enter any part of campus to access the creek and/or other campus amenities. Our relationship with the local community is important to Messiah University. Our campus is private property, but as good neighbors, it is our pleasure to provide access to the public as we are able. Messiah University does reserve the right, as needed, to restrict access to campus and to the Yellow Breeches by way of access via campus property.

We appreciate your cooperation and thank you for visiting Messiah University.

Send a message to learn more