Maine whitewater - Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County

Piscataquis county, Lower Wilson Pond to Bodfish Crossing section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS IV-V     9 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Maine are often easier than in other states, so don't forget that many runs in this state are very easy. This stretch of Big Wilson Stream in Piscataquis County is 9 miles long and is a class IV-V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The nature scenery of Piscataquis County and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. This stretch is mid length, it's good length for a morning trip. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled
    as well. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. Getting a good workout and spending some quality time in nature will have you coming back for more. Since you're on this site
you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way there are lots of good rivers for that around here.

Briefly about the general area:
From a rain point of view Big Wilson Stream is a relatively common place; the wettest month of the year is ordinarily July, that's the one that rains the most; the driest month is February. For the duration of the summertime months at Big Wilson Stream highs are regularly in the 70's. Once the sun is down it descends down to the 50's. The winter brings highs down to the 20's, and night lows at Big Wilson Stream through the winter ordinarily descend into the-10's.
 

Big Wilson Stream, Lower Wilson Pond to Bodfish Crossing road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV-V
Length: 9 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.45669
Longitude: -69.53051

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.3697
Longitude: -69.43711

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Local climate location: BRASSUA DAM 0 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Lodge at Moosehead Lake, Greenville
9 miles away
Surrounded by unspoiled natural beauty, this 1917 Cape Cod Colonial welcomes its guest with its blend of rustic charm and luxurious grandeur. The Lodge has recieved a Four Diamond rating for 12 conse...

Pittsfield Motor Inn, Pittsfield
31 miles away
Pittsfield Motor Inn is located just minute from I-95. Easy access from I-95. Our new owner welcomes you at our newly renovated Pittsfield Motor Inn. We hope your stay is enjoyable, restful and enjoya...

Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham
33 miles away
12 and older are charged as an adult. Our outstanding outdoor adventures include white water rafting over 10 companies to choose from, 4-wheel from your room, over 250 miles of approved atv trails, s...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Big Wilson Stream.
 Whitewater Near Big Wilson Stream:
Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County , 6 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Bodfish Crossing to Willimantic)
Piscataquis River, Piscataquis County , 9 miles away, Class II-III - 8 miles long (Blanchard to Upper Abbot)
Big Wilson Stream, Franklin County , 9 miles away, Class I-V(V+) - 4 miles long (Willimantic to Earley' Landing)
Piscataquis River - East Branch, Piscataquis County , 10 miles away, Class V - 2.5 miles long (Shirley Mills to Blanchard)
Ship Pond Stream, Piscataquis County , 12 miles away, Class I-III - 3 miles long (Cow yard Falls to Bucks Cove)
Pleasant River - West Branch, Piscataquis County , 12 miles away, Class V - 4.7 miles long (Bear Brook to Long Pond Road)
Piscataquis River - West Branch, Piscataquis County , 12 miles away, Class IV-V - 9 miles long (Oakes Bog to Blanchard)
Roach River, Piscataquis County , 13 miles away, Class II-III - 6.5 miles long (Kokadjo to Moosehead lake)
Kingsbury Stream, Piscataquis County , 15 miles away, Class II-III - 11 miles long (Kingsbury Pond to Coles Corner Road)
Kennebec River - East Outlet, Somerset County , 21 miles away, Class II-IV - 3 miles long (Moosehead Lake Route 15 Bridge to Indian Pond)
 Ski Areas Near Big Wilson Stream:
Big Squaw, Maine , 19 miles away, 1750 vertical feet
Eaton Mountain, Maine , 33 miles away, 620 vertical feet
New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 49 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 60 miles away, 2820 vertical feet
Titcomb, Maine , 60 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Camden, Maine , 63 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Saddleback, Maine , 76 miles away, 1830 vertical feet
Lost Valley, Maine , 83 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Black Mountain, Maine , 88 miles away, 1120 vertical feet
Mount Abram, Maine , 98 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Big Wilson Stream:
Lodge at Moosehead Lake, Greenville , 9 miles away
Pittsfield Motor Inn, Pittsfield , 31 miles away
Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham , 33 miles away
Comfort Inn & Suites, Waterville , 42 miles away
Best Western Waterville Inn, Waterville , 42 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Big Wilson Stream:
Wildwood Shores Campground, Monson, 4 miles away
Northern Pride Lodge and Campground, Greenville, 7 miles away
Casey's Spencer Bay Campground, Greenville, 7 miles away
 Trails Near Big Wilson Stream:
Gulf Hagas Trail, Piscataquis County , 11 miles away
Number Four Mountain Trail, Piscataquis County , 12 miles away
Intake Trail, Piscataquis County , 13 miles away
Big Squaw Mountain Trail, Piscataquis County , 16 miles away
Big Spencer Mountain Trail, Piscataquis County , 18 miles away
 Lakes Near Big Wilson Stream

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