Maine whitewater - Chemquasabamticook Stream, Aroostock County

Aroostock county, Ross Lake to Long Lake section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     27 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Maine are often easier than in other states, so don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. The Ross Lake to Long Lake stretch of Chemquasabamticook Stream is 27 miles long and is a class I-II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The scenic beauty of Maine and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.
    The campgrounds here at Chemquasabamticook Stream are pretty good. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good places. This stretch has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so go ahead and pack your sleeping bag. Chemquasabamticook
Stream doesn't have a lot of paddling stretches, the Ross Lake to Long Lake stretch is the only one. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature have people coming from far and near.

Briefly about the general area:
Through the summer highs here at Chemquasabamticook Stream reach the 70's. Through the moonlight hours it's regularly in the 50's. The winter brings highs down to the 20's; winter nights come with lows in the-10's to Chemquasabamticook Stream.
Chemquasabamticook Stream gets a common amount of annual rain; during July this area sees the most rain while February is ordinarily the driest month.
 

Chemquasabamticook Stream, Ross Lake to Long Lake road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 27 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.53499
Longitude: -69.62334

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.68833
Longitude: -69.39084

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Local climate location: BRASSUA DAM 57 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

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49 miles away
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Outdoors Recreation Near Bangor, Maine
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Bangor, Maine, the metro area neareast to Chemquasabamticook Stream. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Chemquasabamticook Stream.
 Whitewater Near Chemquasabamticook Stream:
Allagash River, Piscataquis County , 13 miles away, Class I-II - 92 miles long (Chamberlain Lake to Allagash)
Allagash Stream, Piscataquis County , 14 miles away, Class I-II - 5.5 miles long (Allagash Lake to Chamberlain Lake)
Big Black River, Aroostock County , 15 miles away, Class I-II - 22.5 miles long (Depot Stream to Saint John River)
Ellis Brook, Piscataquis County , 20 miles away, Class II - 1.8 miles long (Ellis Bog to Chamberlain Lake)
Depot Stream, Aroostook County , 20 miles away, Class II - 19 miles long (Depot Lake to Big Black River)
Caucomgomoc Stream, Piscataquis County , 20 miles away, Class I-II - 2 miles long (Caucomgomoc Lake to Black Pond)
Musquacook Stream, Piscataquis County , 22 miles away, Class I-III - 18 miles long (2nd Lake to Allagash River)
Smith Brook, Piscataquis County , 23 miles away, Class I-III - 8 miles long (Haymock Lake to Eagle lake)
St. John River, Aroostook County , 23 miles away, Class I-III - 100 miles long (American Realty Road to Fort Kent)
Musquacook Stream, Piscataquis County , 25 miles away, Class I-II - 7 miles long (5th Lake to 2nd Lake)
 Ski Areas Near Chemquasabamticook Stream:
Big Squaw, Maine , 44 miles away, 1750 vertical feet
Eaton Mountain, Maine , 88 miles away, 620 vertical feet
Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 92 miles away, 2820 vertical feet
New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 95 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Titcomb, Maine , 104 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Saddleback, Maine , 106 miles away, 1830 vertical feet
Bigrock, Maine , 115 miles away, 980 vertical feet
Camden, Maine , 117 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Black Mountain, Maine , 123 miles away, 1120 vertical feet
Lost Valley, Maine , 129 miles away, 240 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Chemquasabamticook Stream:
Lodge at Moosehead Lake, Greenville , 49 miles away
 Trails Near Chemquasabamticook Stream:
Chase Carry, Piscataquis County , 15 miles away
Telephone Trail, Piscataquis County , 20 miles away

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