Maine whitewater - Bowley Brook, White Mountains, Franklin County

Franklin county, between Weld and Dryden section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS V     0.25 miles
  The starting point is not too far from Lewiston-Auburn, as you can see on the road map further down. The between Weld and Dryden section of Bowley Brook in Maine is 0.25 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class V section of whitewater. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Getting a good workout and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad
    you came. The wonderful Maine scenery and the water flowing gracefully down Bowley Brook are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way around here you'll find a large number of good rivers.
Whitewater paddling here in the White Mountains is a great experience. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside Maine you might find the rivers here a bit more manageable, so keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less demanding. This is the only paddling section along Bowley Brook. This stretch is very short so better bring some good walking shoes.

Briefly about the general area:
During the long summer days highs here at Bowley Brook get into the 70's with night lows in the 50's. Daytime highs through the winter are
 
in the 20's, and night lows at Bowley Brook all through the winter regularly drop into the-10's.
An average amount of rain falls at Bowley Brook; through the month of August you get the most rain around here; February meanwhile is the driest month.

Bowley Brook, between Weld and Dryden road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: V
Length: 0.25 miles
Average Gradient: 400 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.6743
Longitude: -70.3688

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.6757
Longitude: -70.3873

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Current weather conditions at Bowley Brook, White Mountains, Maine
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Local climate location: MIDDLE DAM 15 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Wilson Lake Inn, Wilton
10 miles away
Wilson Lake Inn invites you to enjoy the peace, serenity and service that will exceed your expectations. Whether you want a truly inspirational place to rest after a long work day, an unparalleled sum...

Comfort Inn & Suites, Wilton
15 miles away
We offer free wireless high speed internet and plasma TV in all rooms. We have an exercise room, deluxe continental breakfast, indoor heated pool, and indoor whirlpool on site. Our property is close t...

Herbert Grand Hotel, Kingfield
21 miles away
Built in 1918 as a luxury hotel - the Herbert continues a long tradition of providing genuine hospitality and distinctive accommodations in the heart of Maine-s Lakes and Mountains region. The Herbert...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, the metro area neareast to Bowley Brook. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Bowley Brook.
 Whitewater Near Bowley Brook:
Sandy River, Franklin County , 7 miles away, Class V - 2.5 miles long (Phillips through town)
Sandy River, Franklin County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 5.8 miles long (South Branch to Phillips)
Sandy River, Franklin County , 9 miles away, Class V - 0.1 miles long (Smalls Falls)
Sandy River - South Branch, Franklin County , 9 miles away, Class II - 2.8 miles long (Number Six Road to ME 4)
Sandy River, Franklin County , 9 miles away, Class I-II - 17 miles long (Phillips to Fairbanks Bridge)
Orbeton Stream, Franklin County , 10 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 4.8 miles long (Barnjum Stream to Sandy River)
Sandy River, Franklin County , 11 miles away, Class II-III - 5.5 miles long (Smalls Falls to South Branch)
Temple Stream, Franklin County , 13 miles away, Class II-III - 8.5 miles long (Drury Pond to Sandy River)
Swift River, Oxford County , 14 miles away, Class II-III - 13 miles long (Rt 17 Bridge to Mexico)
Wilson Stream, Franklin County , 14 miles away, Class II - 3.5 miles long (Wilton to East Wilton)
 Ski Areas Near Bowley Brook:
Titcomb, Maine , 14 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Saddleback, Maine , 17 miles away, 2000 vertical feet
Black Mountain, Maine , 17 miles away, 1120 vertical feet
Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 19 miles away, 2820 vertical feet
Mount Abram, Maine , 27 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Lost Valley, Maine , 27 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Sunday River, Maine , 34 miles away, 2340 vertical feet
Shawnee Peak, Maine , 43 miles away, 1300 vertical feet
Eaton Mountain, Maine , 53 miles away, 525 vertical feet
Cranmore Mountain, New Hampshire , 59 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Bowley Brook:
Wilson Lake Inn, Wilton , 10 miles away
Comfort Inn & Suites, Wilton , 15 miles away
Herbert Grand Hotel, Kingfield , 21 miles away
The Perennial Inn, Rumford , 21 miles away
Residence Inn Auburn, Auburn , 29 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Bowley Brook:
Dummer's Beach, Weld, 3 miles away
Mountain View Campground, Dixfield, 8 miles away
Where The Heck R We Campground, Jay, 10 miles away
 Trails Near Bowley Brook:
Brook Trail, Franklin County , 12 miles away
Chimney Trail, Franklin County , 13 miles away
Piazza Rock Trail, Franklin County , 15 miles away

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