Maine whitewater - Allagash River, Piscataquis County
Piscataquis
county,
Chamberlain Lake to Allagash section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I-II 92 miles
The Chamberlain Lake to Allagash stretch of Allagash River is 92 miles long and has been rated as a class I-II section by American Whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Maine tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so if you're not from around here don't forget that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good places for that around here. The Chamberlain Lake to Allagash section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. Now
this is a pretty long section, so it looks like you will be camping out. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. The wonderful Piscataquis County scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water attract people from near and far. The nearby
hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.
Briefly about the general area: There is a magnificent hiking trail close to Allagash River called the Chase Carry, and going for a hike on the Telephone Trail is always a delightful adventure. At Allagash River through the warm days of summer highs are in the 70's. Summer nighttime lows sink down to the 50's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 20's, and winter nights come with lows in the-10's to Allagash River. Allagash River gets a normal amount of rain; the month with most of the rain is July while February is commonly the driest month.
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