Maine whitewater - Kennebec River - West Outlet, Somerset Piscataquis County
Somerset Piscataquis
county,
Moosehead Lake to Indian Pond section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I-II 10 miles
This section of Kennebec River - West Outlet in Maine is 10 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-II section. The wonderful Somerset Piscataquis County scenery and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream have people coming here. The Moosehead Lake to Indian Pond stretch is one of many paddling stretches in this river system. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way around here you'll find a large number of good places. Getting a good workout and spending some quality time
in nature have people coming from far and near. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Maine is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many of the rivers here are not very demanding.
This section is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so pack your camp stove. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.
Briefly about the general area: Summertime highs at Kennebec River - West Outlet generally tend to be in the 70's, and through summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. Daytime highs through the wintertime are in the 20's while the cold winter nights at Kennebec River - West Outlet are in the-10's.
Hiking along the Big Squaw Mountain Trail is brilliant fun. The amount of rain that falls at Kennebec River - West Outlet is close to the national average; July is the wettest month with most rain, and February is the month with the least moisture.
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