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 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. The starting point is not too far from Augusta-Waterville, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. This stretch
    of Damariscotta River is 1.4 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II section of whitewater. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots.
A good workout and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. This is a very short section so you'd better be prepared to walk your kayak back to put-in a few times. The nature scenery of Maine and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream will make you feel great. There are no other stretches to paddle along Damariscotta River than the Reversing Falls stretch.

Briefly about the general area:
Wiley Point is not far from Damariscotta River at all, and since you're here, you might as well check out Glidden
 
Ledge. Damariscotta River is a reasonably wet place frequently with much rain; the month with most of the rain is November, and February on the other hand is the driest.
Throughout the summertime here at Damariscotta River, high temperatures generally reach the 70's, and the overnight is a little cooler of course, frequently in the 50's. For the period of the winter highs are in the 20's while the cold winter nights at Damariscotta River are in the 0's.

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

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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, 525 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, 360 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, 2000 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 , 7 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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