Maine whitewater - Crooked River, White Mountains, Oxford County
Oxford
county,
North Waterford to East Waterford section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II-III 12 miles
The nature scenery of Oxford County and the cool fresh water beats anything. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often easier than elsewhere, so you'd better keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. The campgrounds here at Crooked River are pretty good. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. If you hurry you can run this section in a day but why not make it an overnighter, so pack your camping stuff. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an
area with plenty of rivers for that. Getting your paddling muscles activated and spending some quality time in nature have people coming from far and near. This section of Crooked River in Maine is 12 miles long and it is classified as a class II-III section by American Whitewater.
The North Waterford to East Waterford stretch is one of many paddling stretches in this river system. The White Mountains scenery is wonderful.
Briefly about the general area: For the duration of the months of summer at Crooked River temperatures are ordinarily in the 70's. During the dark hours of summer temperatures drop down into the 50's. High temperatures throughout the winter are normally in the 20's with winter lows in the-10's overnight here at Crooked River. The annual precipitation here at Crooked River is about average; most of the rain falls during August, and February meanwhile is the driest month.
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