Maine whitewater - Cathance River, Sagadahoc County

Sagadahoc county, US 201 to Cathance Road section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-III     2.5 miles
  This stretch of Cathance River in Sagadahoc County is 2.5 miles long and has been rated as a class I-III section by American Whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Maine is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many of the sections here are safe for beginners. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. If you'll be staying in a hotel you're in luck, lodging is available
    very near the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. This stretch is short so no need to bring snacks. There are no other sections to paddle along Cathance River than the US 201 to Cathance Road section. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Lewiston-Auburn,
as you can see on the road map further down. The beautiful scenery of Maine and the water flowing gracefully down Cathance River will make you feel great.

Briefly about the general area:
A day at Thomas Point Beach in the vicinity of Cathance River is time well spent. Cathance River mostly gets lots of precipitation; the wettest month of the year is generally November, that's the one that rains the most, and September meanwhile is the driest month.
All through the long summer days at Cathance River highs are commonly in the 80's. Through
 
the moonlight hours it's frequently in the 60's. Daytime highs during the wintertime are in the 20's with temperatures at Cathance River dipping down into the 10's through winter nights.

Cathance River, US 201 to Cathance Road road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-III
Length: 2.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.95619
Longitude: -69.96901

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.96179
Longitude: -69.93061

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Current weather conditions at Cathance River, Maine
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Local climate location: LEWISTON 13 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Black Lantern B and B, Topsham
2 miles away
Relax in the cosy and comfortable atmosphere of this circa 1870 Federal style home, located on a quiet street in the Topsham Historic District, and right on the Androscoggin River and adjacent downtow...

Captain Daniel Stone Inn, Brunswick
2 miles away
This outstanding Federal Style home was built for Captain Daniel Stone and his family in 1819. Captain Daniel Stone became a successful merchant after he retired from the U.S. Navy in the early 1800s...

Maineline Motel, Brunswick
3 miles away
The Mainline Motel is a convenient, clean, family run motel in a great location for visiting the mid coast of Maine! We are near many popular Maine beaches, and offer an outdoor swimming pool in seaso...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Cathance River.
 Whitewater Near Cathance River:
Cobbosseecontee Stream, Kennebec County , 14 miles away, Class II - 11 miles long (Cobbosseecontee Lake to Pleasant Pond)
Cobbosseecontee Stream, Kennebec County , 16 miles away, Class III-IV - 1.5 miles long (Gardiner to Kennebec River)
Royal River, Cumberland County , 17 miles away, Class II-IV - 1 miles long (Yarmouth Waterworks to Town Landing)
Chandler Brook, Cumberland County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 10 miles long (Runaround Pond to Royal River)
Sheepscot River, Lincoln County , 24 miles away, Class -blank- - 1 miles long (Reversing Falls)
Damariscotta River, Lincoln County , 27 miles away, Class II - 1.4 miles long (Reversing Falls)
Nezinscot River, Androscoggin County , 28 miles away, Class -blank- - 13.5 miles long (Headwaters to Androscoggin River)
Sheepscot River, Lincoln County , 30 miles away, Class II-III - 2 miles long (Coopers Mills to West Branch)
Pemaquid River, Lincoln County , 30 miles away, Class I-II - 5 miles long (Bristol to Pemaquid)
 Ski Areas Near Cathance River:
Lost Valley, Maine , 25 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Titcomb, Maine , 38 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Eaton Mountain, Maine , 46 miles away, 620 vertical feet
Black Mountain, Maine , 55 miles away, 1120 vertical feet
Mount Abram, Maine , 56 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Camden, Maine , 58 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 60 miles away, 2820 vertical feet
Shawnee Peak, Maine , 60 miles away, 1300 vertical feet
Saddleback, Maine , 63 miles away, 1830 vertical feet
Sunday River, Maine , 67 miles away, 2340 vertical feet
 Beaches Near Cathance River:
Thomas Point Beach, Cumberland County , 5 miles away
 Hotels Near Cathance River:
Black Lantern B and B, Topsham , 2 miles away
Captain Daniel Stone Inn, Brunswick , 2 miles away
Maineline Motel, Brunswick , 3 miles away
Travelers Inn, Brunswick , 3 miles away
Econo Lodge Brunswick, Brunswick , 4 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Cathance River:
Thomas Point Beach and Campground, Brunswick, 2 miles away
White's Beach and Campground, Brunswick, 7 miles away
Flying Point Campground, Freeport, 9 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Cathance River:
Mere Creek Golf Course, Brunswick , 2 miles away
Brunswick Golf Club Lounge, Brunswick , 6 miles away
Enman Field Disc Golf Course, Brunswick , 7 miles away
 Lakes Near Cathance River

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