Maine whitewater - Dead River - South Branch, Franklin County Franklin county, Dallas School to Langston Mill section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     5.8 miles   This stretch of Dead River - South Branch in Franklin County is 5.8 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II-III section of whitewater. The beautiful scenery of Franklin County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream will make you feel great. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Maine are often easier than in other states, so better not forget that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. A bit of exercise and just being out on the river for a while are great reasons to come. This     stretch is mid length, suitable for an afternoon trip. There are some good sections to paddle in this river system, the Dallas School to Langston Mill section is one of them. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling places. Briefly about the general area: You'll never forgive yourself if you don’t go skiing at Saddleback while you're here. Summer at Dead River - South Branch arrives with high temperatures in the 70's, and during summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. Throughout the winter highs are in the 20's while Dead River - South Branch overnight low temperatures through the   winter are in the-10's. Dead River - South Branch gets a typical amount of yearly rainfall; August is the month that gets the most rain, and February is when it's the driest. Dead River - South Branch, Dallas School to Langston Mill road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-III Length: 5.8 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.01055 Longitude: -70.59279 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.08139 Longitude: -70.5825 Paddler input for Dead River - South Branch, Maine: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Dead River - South Branch, Maine Local climate location: MIDDLE DAM 28 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. The Perennial Inn, Rumford 26 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 32 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... Grand Summit Resort Sunday River, Bethel 33 miles away The Grand Summit Resort Hotel & Conference Center has set the standard in slopeside condominium hotels. Combining all the quality and service of a first-class hotel with all the comforts and convenie...   All Maine Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Maine. Books about whitewater paddling on Dead River - South Branch, Maine List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Dead River - South Branch, Maine. Find a whitewater outfitter in Maine Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Lewiston-Auburn, Maine Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, the metro area neareast to Dead River - South Branch. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Dead River - South Branch.   Whitewater Near Dead River - South Branch: Dead River - South Branch, Franklin County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 7.5 miles long (Green Farm Br. to Flagstaff) Sandy River, Franklin County , 12 miles away, Class II-III - 5.5 miles long (Smalls Falls to South Branch) Dead River - North Branch, Franklin County , 13 miles away, Class I-III - 19 miles long (Chain Lakes to Eustis) Cupsuptic River, Oxford County , 13 miles away, Class V+ - 8 miles long (Big Canyon to Big Falls) Kennebago River, Franklin Oxford County , 14 miles away, Class III-IV - 7 miles long (Kennebago Lake to Bridge) Sandy River - South Branch, Franklin County , 14 miles away, Class II - 2.8 miles long (Number Six Road to ME 4) Orbeton Stream, Franklin County , 15 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 4.8 miles long (Barnjum Stream to Sandy River) Sandy River, Franklin County , 15 miles away, Class II-III - 5.8 miles long (South Branch to Phillips) Parlin Pond Stream, Somerset County , 18 miles away, Class V+ - 1 miles long (Parlin Gorge) Swift River, Oxford County , 21 miles away, Class II-III - 13 miles long (Rt 17 Bridge to Mexico)   Ski Areas Near Dead River - South Branch: Saddleback, Maine , 6 miles away, 1830 vertical feet Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 19 miles away, 2820 vertical feet Black Mountain, Maine , 23 miles away, 1120 vertical feet Sunday River, Maine , 33 miles away, 2340 vertical feet Mount Abram, Maine , 34 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Titcomb, Maine , 35 miles away, 350 vertical feet Lost Valley, Maine , 49 miles away, 240 vertical feet Shawnee Peak, Maine , 51 miles away, 1300 vertical feet Balsams Wilderness, New Hampshire , 52 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Black Mountain, New Hampshire , 59 miles away, 1100 vertical feet   Hotels Near Dead River - South Branch: The Perennial Inn, Rumford , 26 miles away Wilson Lake Inn, Wilton , 32 miles away Grand Summit Resort Sunday River, Bethel , 33 miles away Sunday River, Newry , 34 miles away Chapman Inn, Bethel , 34 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Dead River - South Branch: Black Brook Cove Campground, Oquossoc, 7 miles away Black Arrow Lodge, Eustis, 11 miles away King & Bartlett Lake Camp, Eustis, 11 miles away   Trails Near Dead River - South Branch: Piazza Rock Trail, Franklin County , 8 miles away Bemis Trail, Franklin County , 13 miles away Bigelow Range Trail, Franklin County , 14 miles away Milrose Trail, Oxford County , 14 miles away Bemis Stream Trail, Franklin County , 14 miles away   Golf Courses Near Dead River - South Branch: Evergreen Golf Club & Golf School, Rangeley , 4 miles away