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 Paddler input for Machias River, Maine: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Machias River, Maine 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...   All Maine Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Maine. Books about whitewater paddling on Machias River, Maine List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Machias 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 Machias River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       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