Maine whitewater - East Machias River, Washington County Washington county, Crawford to East Machias section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-III     35 miles   The natural beauty of Maine and the cool fresh water beats anything. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Maine are easier than the national norm, so you'd better keep in mind that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. A section like this is is of course not run in a single day, perfect for a real wilderness adventure. The Crawford to East Machias section is the only paddling section along East Machias River.     Getting your paddling muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. The Crawford to East Machias section of East Machias River in Washington County is 35 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class I-III section of whitewater. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good spots. Briefly about the general area: The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Munson Rips, and Smith Mill Pitch is something you shouldn't miss if you're here. East Machias River sees pretty high levels of precipitation; during the month of November you get the most rain around here while June is usually the driest month. Wigwam Riffles is an inspiring location to   visit while here; a cool spot to visit is Crooked Pitch. This river is so great. Summertime at East Machias River arrives with high temperatures in the 70's. Throughout the dark hours of summer temperatures drop down into the 50's. Highs throughout the winter are mostly in the 20's while East Machias River night low temperatures through the wintertime are in the 0's. East Machias River, Crawford to East Machias road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-III Length: 35 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.00059 Longitude: -67.6187 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 44.73899 Longitude: -67.38951 Paddler input for East Machias River, Maine: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at East Machias River, Maine Local climate location: GRAND LAKE STREAM 11 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.   All Maine Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Maine. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near East Machias River.   Whitewater Near East Machias River: Northern Inlet, Washington County , 4 miles away, Class I-II - 3.5 miles long (Rt. 191 to Mud Landing) Machias River, Washington County , 10 miles away, Class I-IV - 36.5 miles long (Maine Route 9 to Machias) Chase Mills Stream, Washington County , 11 miles away, Class II - 1.5 miles long (Gardner Lake to East Machias) Cathance Stream, Washington County , 14 miles away, Class I-V - 18 miles long (Lake Cathance to Dennysville) Old Stream, Washington County , 14 miles away, Class I-II - 25 miles long (Second Lake to Machias River) Dennys River, Washington County , 16 miles away, Class I-II - 11 miles long (Gilman Dam to Route 86) St. Croix River, Washington County , 19 miles away, Class I-II - 19 miles long (Kelleyland to Milltown) Hobart Stream, Washington County , 19 miles away, Class I-IV - 7 miles long (Hobart Bog to Dennys Bay) Dennys River, Washington County , 20 miles away, Class I-III - 2.5 miles long (Rt 86 to 2.5 mi downstream) Orange River, Washington County , 20 miles away, Class I-III - 6.2 miles long (Halls Mills to Whiting)   Ski Areas Near East Machias River: Bigrock, Maine , 85 miles away, 980 vertical feet New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 98 miles away, 350 vertical feet Camden, Maine , 117 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Big Squaw, Maine , 133 miles away, 1750 vertical feet Eaton Mountain, Maine , 146 miles away, 620 vertical feet Titcomb, Maine , 185 miles away, 350 vertical feet Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 194 miles away, 2820 vertical feet Lost Valley, Maine , 195 miles away, 240 vertical feet   Camp Grounds Near East Machias River: Sunkhaze Campground, Washington County, 13 miles away Big Lake Campground, Washington County, 17 miles away Long Lake Campground, Washington County, 19 miles away   Trails Near East Machias River: Mud Hole Trail, Washington County , 20 miles away   National Parks Near East Machias River: Roosevelt Campobello International Park, Lubec - ME , 36 miles away Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor - ME , 54 miles away   Lakes Near East Machias River