Maine whitewater - Damariscotta River, Lincoln County

Lincoln county, Reversing Falls section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II     1.4 miles
 
This paddle is incorrectly described as being on the Damariscotta River. The reversing falls of Sheepscot Village are on the Sheepscot River! Please correct his error. Thanks. Says Michael Herz - Sheepscot Valley Conservation Assn.

The scenic beauty of Maine and the water flowing gracefully down Damariscotta River are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. The Reversing Falls stretch of Damariscotta River in Lincoln County is 1.4 miles long and is a class II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The average
    Maine whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states, so keep in mind that many runs in this state are very easy. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots
of good rivers for that around here. Great exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Damariscotta River doesn't have a lot of paddling sections, the Reversing Falls section is the only one. The starting point is not too far from Augusta-Waterville, as you can see on the road map further down.

Briefly about the general area:
 
You are near Wiley Point while you're here at Damariscotta River; if you desire a little side journey, try Glidden Ledge. Damariscotta River generally gets a great deal of rain; through November this area sees the most rain while February is the month with the least amount of precipitation.
High temperatures at Damariscotta River during the days of summer are in the 70's with nighttime lows in the 50's. For the period of the winter the highs are ordinarily in the 20's, and winter nights come with lows in the 0's to Damariscotta River.

Damariscotta River, Reversing Falls road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II
Length: 1.4 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.0628
Longitude: -69.5291

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.88819
Longitude: -69.58271

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Current weather conditions at Damariscotta River, Maine
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Local climate location: GARDINER 9 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Damariscotta River.
 Whitewater Near Damariscotta River:
Pemaquid River, Lincoln County , 3 miles away, Class I-II - 5 miles long (Bristol to Pemaquid)
Sheepscot River, Lincoln County , 5 miles away, Class -blank- - 1 miles long (Reversing Falls)
Sheepscot River, Lincoln County , 13 miles away, Class II-III - 2 miles long (Coopers Mills to West Branch)
Sheepscot River - West Branch, Waldo Lincoln County , 16 miles away, Class I-II - 11.3 miles long (Weeks Mills to Sheepscot River)
Sheepscot River, Waldo Lincoln County , 18 miles away, Class II - 4 miles long (Sheepscot Pond to Somerville)
Cobbosseecontee Stream, Kennebec County , 21 miles away, Class III-IV - 1.5 miles long (Gardiner to Kennebec River)
St. George River, Waldo County , 24 miles away, Class I-II - 30.3 miles long (Woodsmans Mills to Warren)
Cobbosseecontee Stream, Kennebec County , 25 miles away, Class II - 11 miles long (Cobbosseecontee Lake to Pleasant Pond)
Oyster River, Knox County , 27 miles away, Class II-IV - 11.5 miles long (West Rockport to Warren)
Cathance River, Sagadahoc County , 27 miles away, Class I-III - 2.5 miles long (US 201 to Cathance Road)
 Ski Areas Near Damariscotta River:
Camden, Maine , 32 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Eaton Mountain, Maine , 40 miles away, 620 vertical feet
Lost Valley, Maine , 51 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Titcomb, Maine , 54 miles away, 350 vertical feet
New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 60 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 75 miles away, 2820 vertical feet
Black Mountain, Maine , 79 miles away, 1120 vertical feet
Mount Abram, Maine , 82 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Saddleback, Maine , 83 miles away, 1830 vertical feet
Shawnee Peak, Maine , 87 miles away, 1300 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Damariscotta River:
Linekin Bay Resort, Boothbay Harbor , 7 miles away
Flagship Inn, Boothbay Harbor , 8 miles away
Harbour Towne Inn, Boothbay Harbor , 8 miles away
Spruce Point Resort and Spa, Boothbay Harbor , 9 miles away
Beachcove Hotel and Resort, Boothbay Harbor , 9 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Damariscotta River:
Damariscotta River Campground, Walpole, 0 miles away
Sherman Lake View Campground, Lincoln County, 3 miles away
Campers Cove, Boothbay, 6 miles away
 Trails Near Damariscotta River:
Hockomock Nature Trail, Lincoln County , 9 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Damariscotta River:
Wawenock Country Club, Walpole , 2 miles away
Boothbay Country Club, Boothbay , 7 miles away
 Lakes Near Damariscotta River

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