Maine whitewater - B Stream, Aroostock County

Aroostock county, 6th Bridge to Houlton section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     4.3 miles
  This stretch of B Stream in Aroostock County is 4.3 miles long and has been rated as a class I-II section by American Whitewater. The wonderful Aroostock County scenery and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature will have you coming back for more. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way around here you won't find a large number of other places. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, good for a one day paddling trip. If you're a camper you
    can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. There are no other sections to paddle along B Stream than the 6th Bridge to Houlton section. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Maine tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so you'd better keep in mind that a
large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. No need to look hard for hotels, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick.

Briefly about the general area:
For the period of the months of summer at B Stream temperatures are commonly in the 70's. Summer overnight lows sink down to the 50's. Highs during the winter are commonly in the 20's, and through the dark hours in the winter at B Stream temperatures sink to the 0's.
From a rainfall point of view B Stream is a quite normal place; the wettest month of the year is commonly July, that's the one that rains the most while February is frequently the driest month.
 

B Stream, 6th Bridge to Houlton road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 4.3 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.18799
Longitude: -67.89341

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.12979
Longitude: -67.84751

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Current weather conditions at B Stream, Maine
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Local climate location: PRESQUE ISLE 14 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Shiretown Motor Inn, Houlton
2 miles away
The Shiretown Motor Inn located on US Route 1 just off Interstate 95 is the place to stay for Business Travelers, Seniors, Group Tours, and Families on vacation. The Shiretown Motor Inn is the only fu...

Scottish Inns Houlton, Houlton
3 miles away
Our Motel is in the center of the Houlton area. It is far but not too far- about 2 miles, from I-95 so the place is quieter than the rest of the Motels in the area. There are restaurants within walkin...

Crown Park Inn, Caribou
35 miles away
Nestled in the heart of Aroostook County, Crown Park Inn is the perfect lodging choice for the business traveler, as well as families on vacation. Join us today. You will enjoy your stay at the Crown ...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near B Stream.
 Whitewater Near B Stream:
Meduxnekeag River - South Branch, Aroostook County , 4 miles away, Class I-II - 4 miles long (Hodgdon to Meduxnekeag River)
Mattawamkeag River - East Branch, Aroostook County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 27 miles long (Smyrna Mills to Haynesville)
Mattawamkeag River - West Branch, Aroostook County , 22 miles away, Class I-II - 39 miles long (Route 11 to Haynesville)
Baskahegan Stream, Aroostock County , 22 miles away, Class II-IV - 1 miles long (South Bancroft to Mattawamkeag River)
Wytopitlock Stream, Aroostook County , 28 miles away, Class I-II - 17 miles long (Wytopitlock Lake to Mattawamkeag River)
 Ski Areas Near B Stream:
Bigrock, Maine , 18 miles away, 980 vertical feet
New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 97 miles away, 360 vertical feet
 Hotels Near B Stream:
Shiretown Motor Inn, Houlton , 2 miles away
Scottish Inns Houlton, Houlton , 3 miles away
Crown Park Inn, Caribou , 35 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near B Stream:
My Brothers Place, Houlton, 2 miles away
Wilde Pines Campground, Monticello, 6 miles away
 Trails Near B Stream:
Pierce Tote Road, Aroostook County , 12 miles away
Kennedy Tote Road, Aroostook County , 15 miles away
Sweets Trail, Aroostook County , 15 miles away
Potters Trail, Aroostook County , 15 miles away
 Golf Courses Near B Stream:
Houlton Community Golf Course, Houlton , 2 miles away
 Lakes Near B Stream

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