Maine whitewater - Carrabasset, Franklin County Franklin county, Carrabasset to Kingfield section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-IV     10 miles   The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so better not forget that many runs in this state are very easy. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. If you have the time you can make this a two day trip, so pack your camp stove. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. The Carrabasset to Kingfield section of Carrabasset is 10 miles long and is a class I-IV section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. There     are many good hotels to choose from, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. This river system has a few good paddling sections and the Carrabasset to Kingfield section is one of them. Briefly about the general area: All through the summertime months, highs ordinarily are in the 70's at Carrabasset, and the overnight is fairly cooler of course, frequently in the 50's. The cold days of the wintertime come with highs in the 20's while the cold winter nights at Carrabasset are in the 0's. From a rainfall point of view Carrabasset is a relatively common location; the month with most of the snow is November while February is usually the driest month.   Carrabasset, Carrabasset to Kingfield road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-IV Length: 10 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.0782 Longitude: -70.2119 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 44.95959 Longitude: -70.15371 Paddler input for Carrabasset, Maine: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Carrabasset, Maine Local climate location: LONG FALLS DAM 6 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Herbert Grand Hotel, Kingfield 4 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... Comfort Inn & Suites, Wilton 20 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... Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham 21 miles away FREE Moose Safari & breathtaking Waterfalls tour. Our outstanding outdoor adventures include white water rafting over 10 companies to choose from, 4-wheel from your room, over 250 miles of approved a...   All Maine Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Maine. Books about whitewater paddling on Carrabasset, Maine List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Carrabasset, Maine. Find a whitewater outfitter in Maine Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Augusta-Waterville, Maine Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Augusta-Waterville, Maine, the metro area neareast to Carrabasset. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Carrabasset.   Whitewater Near Carrabasset: Sandy Stream, Somerset County , 9 miles away, Class IV-V - 5 miles long (Stony Brook to Michael Stream) Carrabasset, Franklin Somerset County , 12 miles away, Class I-IV - 20 miles long (Kingfield to US201A) Sandy River, Franklin County , 14 miles away, Class I-II - 17 miles long (Phillips to Fairbanks Bridge) Sandy River, Franklin County , 15 miles away, Class V - 2.5 miles long (Phillips through town) Carrying Place Stream, Somerset County , 15 miles away, Class V - 2.3 miles long (Carrying Place Township) Pierce Pond Stream, Somerset County , 15 miles away, Class V+ - 3.5 miles long (Pierce Pond to Kennebec River) Spencer Stream, Somerset County , 16 miles away, Class II-IV - 7.5 miles long (Logging Br to Dead River) Dead River, Somerset County , 16 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 13.3 miles long (Spencer Falls to West Forks) Little Spencer Stream, Somerset County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 5 miles long (Spencer Lake to Spencer Stream) Temple Stream, Franklin County , 17 miles away, Class II-III - 8.5 miles long (Drury Pond to Sandy River)   Ski Areas Near Carrabasset: Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 9 miles away, 2820 vertical feet Titcomb, Maine , 18 miles away, 350 vertical feet Saddleback, Maine , 24 miles away, 2000 vertical feet Black Mountain, Maine , 37 miles away, 1120 vertical feet Eaton Mountain, Maine , 41 miles away, 525 vertical feet Lost Valley, Maine , 44 miles away, 240 vertical feet Mount Abram, Maine , 48 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Sunday River, Maine , 53 miles away, 2340 vertical feet Shawnee Peak, Maine , 64 miles away, 1300 vertical feet Big Squaw, Maine , 68 miles away, 1750 vertical feet   Hotels Near Carrabasset: Herbert Grand Hotel, Kingfield , 4 miles away Comfort Inn & Suites, Wilton , 20 miles away Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham , 21 miles away Wilson Lake Inn, Wilton , 21 miles away Winthrop Motel, Winthrop , 38 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Carrabasset: Deer Farms Camps and Campground, Kingfield, 2 miles away Gilman Pond Campground, New Portland, 9 miles away Happy Horseshoe Campground, Somerset County, 9 miles away   Trails Near Carrabasset: Fire Warden Trail, Somerset County , 10 miles away Arnolds Trail, Somerset County , 10 miles away Bigelow Range Trail, Franklin County , 16 miles away