Maine whitewater - Machias River, Washington Hancock County

Washington Hancock county, Big Machias Lake to Aroostook River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-III     32 miles
  The Big Machias Lake to Aroostook River section of Machias River in Maine is 32 miles long and has been rated as a class I-III section by American Whitewater. The beautiful scenery of Washington Hancock County and the playfulness of the water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good rivers. The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master in this state than those in other states,
    so you'd better keep in mind that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. 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. A section like this is is of course not run in a single day, so better bring your camping gear along. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. There are no other stretches to paddle along Machias River than the Big Machias Lake to Aroostook River stretch.

Briefly about the general area:
Summertime highs at Machias River typically tend to be in the 70's, and through summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. The winter comes with highs in the 10's with winter
 
lows in the-10's overnight here at Machias River. Machias River gets a common amount of rainfall; of all the months in a year August is the one with the most rain while February is commonly the driest month.
Going for a hike along the Webster Brook Tote Road will let you absorb the natural beauty of this vicinity.

Machias River, Big Machias Lake to Aroostook River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-III
Length: 32 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.67919
Longitude: -68.7652

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.6202
Longitude: -68.4226

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Current weather conditions at Machias River, Maine
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Local climate location: FORT KENT 29 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Crown Park Inn, Caribou
43 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 ...

Americas Best Value Heritage Motor Inn, Millinocket
47 miles away
Conveniently located in the heart of Millinocket, the Americas Best Value Heritage Motor Inn has gained a reputation as one of the finest Inns in Northern Maine. We are a nationally affiliated hotel i...

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites, Millinocket
48 miles away
The Econo Lodge is located at the northern end of the Appalachian Trail. Mount Katahdin is the heart of Baxter State Park and only minutes from the hotel. Snowmobile the northern trails of Maine, boat...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Machias River.
 Whitewater Near Machias River:
Fish River, Aroostook County , 12 miles away, Class I-III - 5.5 miles long (Round Pond to Ferguson Brook)
Squa Pan Stream, Aroostook County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 3 miles long (Squa Pan Lake to Aroostook River)
Millinocket Stream, Penobscot County , 19 miles away, Class I-III - 9 miles long (Millinocket Lake to Libby Camp)
Munsungan Stream, Piscataquis Penobscot County , 23 miles away, Class I-II - 16 miles long (Chase Lake to Libby Camp)
St. Croix Stream, Aroostook County , 25 miles away, Class I-II - 18 miles long (Howe Brook to Aroostook River)
Shin Brook River, Penobscot County , 25 miles away, Class III-V+ - 6 miles long (Lower Shin Pond to Seboeis River)
Fish River, Aroostook County , 26 miles away, Class I-V - 10.5 miles long (Soldier Pond to Saint John River)
Seboeis River, Penobscot County , 28 miles away, Class I-IV - 22.3 miles long (Hay Brook to East Branch Penobscot)
Salmon Brook, Aroostook County , 29 miles away, Class II - 4 miles long (New Dunn Town Road to Aroostook River)
 Ski Areas Near Machias River:
Bigrock, Maine , 52 miles away, 980 vertical feet
Big Squaw, Maine , 67 miles away, 1750 vertical feet
New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 90 miles away, 360 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Machias River:
Crown Park Inn, Caribou , 43 miles away
Americas Best Value Heritage Motor Inn, Millinocket , 47 miles away
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites, Millinocket , 48 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Machias River:
Homestead Lodge, Oxbow, 11 miles away
Umcolcus Sporting Camps, Oxbow, 11 miles away
Mystic Acres Campground, Oxbow, 13 miles away
 Trails Near Machias River:
Webster Brook Tote Road, Aroostook County , 9 miles away
Round Trail, Aroostook County , 10 miles away
Island Pond Trail, Aroostook County , 14 miles away
Millinocket Lake Tote Road, Penobscot County , 17 miles away
Fox Brook Trail, Aroostook County , 18 miles away

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