Maine whitewater - Grand Lake Stream, Washington County

Washington county, West Grand Lake to Big Lake section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-III     3 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Maine are often easier than in other states, so don't forget that many runs in this state are very easy. The scenic beauty of Maine and the cool fresh water make the trip here worthwhile. 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. This section of Grand Lake Stream is 3 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-III section. And of course, there are
    campgrounds nearby. There are no other stretches to paddle along Grand Lake Stream than the West Grand Lake to Big Lake stretch. This is a pretty short section so you'll have to walk back to the start over and over. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll
find a large number of good spots.

Briefly about the general area:
Through the warm months at Grand Lake Stream temperatures are frequently in the 70's with overnight lows in the 50's. Daytime highs during the winter are in the 20's while Grand Lake Stream nighttime low temperatures throughout the wintertime are in the 0's. The high level of rain makes Grand Lake Stream a rather wet location; the wettest month of the year is typically November, that's the one that rains the most; the driest month is June.
A tour to Little Falls will fill your soul with great feelings, and do put some time aside to spend at Big Falls since you're here at Grand Lake Stream.
 

Grand Lake Stream, West Grand Lake to Big Lake road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-III
Length: 3 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.18222
Longitude: -67.7789

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.1611
Longitude: -67.74139

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Current weather conditions at Grand Lake Stream, Maine
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Local climate location: GRAND LAKE STREAM 20 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Scottish Inns Houlton, Houlton
47 miles away
Our Motel is in the center of the Houlton area. It is far but not too far- about 2 miles, from I-95 so the place is quieter than the rest of the Motels in the area. There are restaurants within walkin...

Shiretown Motor Inn, Houlton
48 miles away
The Shiretown Motor Inn located on US Route 1 just off Interstate 95 is the place to stay for Business Travelers, Seniors, Group Tours, and Families on vacation. The Shiretown Motor Inn is the only fu...

Bar Harbor Inn, Bar Harbor
49 miles away
The Bar Harbor Inn is one of Bar Harbor's Premier Oceanfront locations, with great in-town convenience. Rated 'Superior First Class' by Official Hotel Guide. Over 1000ft of oceanfront , eight acres of...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Grand Lake Stream.
 Whitewater Near Grand Lake Stream:
Machias River, Washington County , 11 miles away, Class I-III - 40 miles long (Fifth Machias Lake to Maine 9)
Old Stream, Washington County , 13 miles away, Class I-II - 25 miles long (Second Lake to Machias River)
Machias River - West Branch, Hancock Washington County , 15 miles away, Class I-III - 11.2 miles long (Lower Sabao Lake to Machias River)
Baskahegan Stream, Washington County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 13.5 miles long (Lindsey Brook to Baskahegan Lake)
Mopang Stream, Washington County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 23.8 miles long (Maine 9 to Machias Eddy)
Machias River, Washington County , 19 miles away, Class I-IV - 36.5 miles long (Maine Route 9 to Machias)
Mopang Stream, Washington County , 20 miles away, Class I-II - 8.3 miles long (Mopang Lake to Maine 9)
Pleasant River, Washington County , 22 miles away, Class I-III - 33.5 miles long (Pleasant River Lake to Columbia Falls)
East Machias River, Washington County , 23 miles away, Class I-III - 35 miles long (Crawford to East Machias)
St. Croix River, Washington County , 24 miles away, Class I-III - 33 miles long (Vanceboro to Kelleyland)
 Ski Areas Near Grand Lake Stream:
Bigrock, Maine , 67 miles away, 980 vertical feet
New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 82 miles away, 360 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Grand Lake Stream:
Scottish Inns Houlton, Houlton , 47 miles away
Shiretown Motor Inn, Houlton , 48 miles away
Bar Harbor Inn, Bar Harbor , 49 miles away
The Harborside Hotel and Marina, Bar Harbor , 49 miles away
Acadia Hotel, Bar Harbor , 49 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Grand Lake Stream:
Keenes Lake Camping Grounds, Calais, 1 miles away
Long Lake Campground, Washington County, 10 miles away
Big Lake Campground, Washington County, 10 miles away
 National Parks Near Grand Lake Stream:
Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor - ME , 49 miles away
Maine Acadian Culture, Bar Harbor - ME , 49 miles away

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