Maine whitewater - Fish River, Aroostook County Aroostook county, Soldier Pond to Saint John River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-V     10.5 miles   The Fish river is a wonderfull place to camp, canoe, and fish. beginning canoeists should be wary near the falls for there is some fast water where hasty desicions can be made. Says kyle stevens The wonderful Aroostook County scenery and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Maine are easier than the national norm, so don't forget that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere. The Soldier Pond to Saint John River section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. Getting     your paddling muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while are great attractions for lots of people. You can enjoy this stretch more if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your sleeping bag. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The Soldier Pond to Saint John River section of Fish River in Maine is 10.5 miles long and is a class I-V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The campgrounds here at Fish River are pretty good. Briefly about the general area: It's always great to stop by Fish River Falls. During the summertime highs here at Fish River reach the 70's, and throughout summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 10's, and   winter nights come with lows in the-10's to Fish River. Fish River gets a common amount of rainfall; the wettest month of the year is typically August, that's the one that rains the most; February is the month with the least moisture. Fish River, Soldier Pond to Saint John River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-V Length: 10.5 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.1552 Longitude: -68.575 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 47.24638 Longitude: -68.60723 Paddler input for Fish River, Maine: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Fish River, Maine Local climate location: FORT KENT 16 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Crown Park Inn, Caribou 44 miles away Nestled in the heart of Aroostook County, Crown Park Inn is the perfect lodging choice for the business traveler, as well as families on vacation. Join us today. You will enjoy your stay at the Crown ...   All Maine Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Maine. Books about whitewater paddling on Fish River, Maine List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Fish River, 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 Bangor, Maine Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Bangor, Maine, the metro area neareast to Fish River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Fish River.   Whitewater Near Fish River: Fish River, Aroostook County , 18 miles away, Class I-III - 5.5 miles long (Round Pond to Ferguson Brook) Machias River, Washington Hancock County , 26 miles away, Class I-III - 32 miles long (Big Machias Lake to Aroostook River) St. Francis River, Aroostook County , 27 miles away, Class I-III - 22 miles long (Beau Lake to Saint John River) Falls Brook, Aroostook County , 30 miles away, Class II-IV - 9.5 miles long (Falls Pond to St. Francis River)   Ski Areas Near Fish River: Bigrock, Maine , 60 miles away, 980 vertical feet Big Squaw, Maine , 86 miles away, 1750 vertical feet New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 115 miles away, 350 vertical feet Eaton Mountain, Maine , 135 miles away, 620 vertical feet Camden, Maine , 145 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 156 miles away, 2820 vertical feet Titcomb, Maine , 162 miles away, 350 vertical feet Saddleback, Maine , 171 miles away, 1830 vertical feet Lost Valley, Maine , 185 miles away, 240 vertical feet Black Mountain, Maine , 186 miles away, 1120 vertical feet   Hotels Near Fish River: Crown Park Inn, Caribou , 44 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Fish River: American Dream Resort, Fort Kent, 2 miles away Clover Hill Campground, Aroostook County, 7 miles away Waters Edge RV Resort, Sinclair, 20 miles away   Trails Near Fish River: Island Pond Trail, Aroostook County , 18 miles away