Maine whitewater - Cupsuptic River, Oxford County

Oxford county, Big Canyon to Big Falls section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS V+     8 miles
  This stretch of Cupsuptic River in Oxford County is 8 miles long and it is classified as a class V+ section by American Whitewater. The scenic beauty of Maine and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water make the trip here worthwhile. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. This stretch is mid length, suitable for an afternoon trip. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Maine is often easier than elsewhere,
    so if you're not from around here don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of spots for that. Cupsuptic River doesn't have a lot of paddling stretches, the Big Canyon to Big
Falls stretch is the only one. The campgrounds here at Cupsuptic River are pretty good.

Briefly about the general area:
Throughout the long summer days, highs ordinarily are in the 70's at Cupsuptic River with nighttime lows in the 50's. Daytime highs during the wintertime are in the 20's while Cupsuptic River night low temperatures through the winter are in the-10's.
The annual rainfall here at Cupsuptic River is about average; July is when you get the most rain here, and the driest month of the year is February.
 

Cupsuptic River, Big Canyon to Big Falls road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: V+
Length: 8 miles
Average Gradient: 88 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.10866
Longitude: -70.52955

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.50659
Longitude: -70.53284

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Current weather conditions at Cupsuptic River, Maine
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Local climate location: JACKMAN 25 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Herbert Grand Hotel, Kingfield
31 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...

The Perennial Inn, Rumford
39 miles away
The ambiance projects a genuine feeling of country hospitality. You will be pampered with thick, thirsty cotton towels, warm terry cloth robes and cozy, warm down comforters. Serene instrumental music...

Wilson Lake Inn, Wilton
40 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...



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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 Cupsuptic River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Cupsuptic River.
 Whitewater Near Cupsuptic River:
Parlin Pond Stream, Somerset County , 7 miles away, Class V+ - 1 miles long (Parlin Gorge)
Dead River - North Branch, Franklin County , 7 miles away, Class I-III - 19 miles long (Chain Lakes to Eustis)
Dead River - South Branch, Franklin County , 9 miles away, Class II-III - 7.5 miles long (Green Farm Br. to Flagstaff)
Moose River - South Branch, Franklin County , 10 miles away, Class IV-V - 7 miles long (Peaked Mtn to Skinner)
Dead River - South Branch, Franklin County , 13 miles away, Class II-III - 5.8 miles long (Dallas School to Langston Mill)
Spencer Stream, Somerset County , 17 miles away, Class II-IV - 7.5 miles long (Logging Br to Dead River)
Little Spencer Stream, Somerset County , 19 miles away, Class I-II - 5 miles long (Spencer Lake to Spencer Stream)
Kennebago River, Franklin Oxford County , 21 miles away, Class III-IV - 7 miles long (Kennebago Lake to Bridge)
Sandy River, Franklin County , 22 miles away, Class II-III - 5.5 miles long (Smalls Falls to South Branch)
Orbeton Stream, Franklin County , 22 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 4.8 miles long (Barnjum Stream to Sandy River)
 Ski Areas Near Cupsuptic River:
Saddleback, Maine , 18 miles away, 2000 vertical feet
Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 20 miles away, 2820 vertical feet
Black Mountain, Maine , 36 miles away, 1120 vertical feet
Titcomb, Maine , 41 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Sunday River, Maine , 46 miles away, 2340 vertical feet
Mount Abram, Maine , 47 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Balsams Wilderness, New Hampshire , 59 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Lost Valley, Maine , 60 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Shawnee Peak, Maine , 64 miles away, 1300 vertical feet
Eaton Mountain, Maine , 68 miles away, 525 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Cupsuptic River:
Herbert Grand Hotel, Kingfield , 31 miles away
The Perennial Inn, Rumford , 39 miles away
Wilson Lake Inn, Wilton , 40 miles away
Comfort Inn & Suites, Wilton , 42 miles away
Grand Summit Resort Sunday River, Bethel , 46 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Cupsuptic River:
Black Arrow Lodge, Eustis, 5 miles away
King & Bartlett Lake Camp, Eustis, 5 miles away
Natanis Point Campground, Eustis, 5 miles away
 Trails Near Cupsuptic River:
Bigelow Range Trail, Franklin County , 12 miles away
Morrell Trail, Franklin County , 12 miles away
Arnold Pond Trail, Franklin County , 14 miles away
Fire Warden Trail, Somerset County , 18 miles away
Arnold Trail, Franklin County , 18 miles away
 Lakes Near Cupsuptic River

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