Maine whitewater - Machias River, Washington County Washington county, Maine Route 9 to Machias section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-IV     36.5 miles   The Maine Route 9 to Machias section of Machias River is 36.5 miles long and it is classified as a class I-IV section by American Whitewater. The nature scenery of Washington County and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Now this is a pretty long section, perfect for a real wilderness adventure. There are a few other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Maine are     easier than the national norm, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the sections here are safe for beginners. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of places for that. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. The campgrounds here at Machias River are pretty good. Briefly about the general area: The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Holmes Falls. Machias River is a pretty wet place regularly with lots of rain; during the month of November you get the most rain around here while June is the month with the least amount of precipitation. High temperatures at Machias River during the summer months are in the 70's. When the night sets in temperatures dip down into the 50's. For the period of the   winter highs are in the 20's, and nighttime lows during the wintertime for Machias River tend to be in the 0's. Dyer Point Riffles is an inspiring spot to have a look at during your stay; Hardwood Point is pretty close. Machias River, Maine Route 9 to Machias road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-IV Length: 36.5 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 44.9075 Longitude: -67.8387 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 44.7136 Longitude: -67.45891 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: GRAND LAKE STREAM 19 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Bar Harbor Inn, Bar Harbor 43 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... The Harborside Hotel and Marina, Bar Harbor 44 miles away The Harborside Hotel & Marina, formerly the Golden Anchor Inn has undergone a four year multi-million dollar complete reconstruction. The Harborside Hotel & Marina now boasts Bar Harbor's newest hotel... Acadia Hotel, Bar Harbor 44 miles away Downtown with private parking. Newly renovated rooms with WIRELESS, AC, TV, and private baths. Close to Acadia National Park and The Cat Ferry to Canada. Near the shops and restaurants....   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: Old Stream, Washington County , 7 miles away, Class I-II - 25 miles long (Second Lake to Machias River) East Machias River, Washington County , 10 miles away, Class I-III - 35 miles long (Crawford to East Machias) Pleasant River, Washington County , 14 miles away, Class I-III - 33.5 miles long (Pleasant River Lake to Columbia Falls) Mopang Stream, Washington County , 15 miles away, Class I-II - 23.8 miles long (Maine 9 to Machias Eddy) Northern Inlet, Washington County , 15 miles away, Class I-II - 3.5 miles long (Rt. 191 to Mud Landing) Machias River, Washington County , 17 miles away, Class I-III - 40 miles long (Fifth Machias Lake to Maine 9) Grand Lake Stream, Washington County , 19 miles away, Class II-III - 3 miles long (West Grand Lake to Big Lake) Chase Mills Stream, Washington County , 19 miles away, Class II - 1.5 miles long (Gardner Lake to East Machias) Machias River - West Branch, Hancock Washington County , 21 miles away, Class I-III - 11.2 miles long (Lower Sabao Lake to Machias River) Mopang Stream, Washington County , 22 miles away, Class I-II - 8.3 miles long (Mopang Lake to Maine 9)   Ski Areas Near Machias River: Bigrock, Maine , 86 miles away, 980 vertical feet New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 88 miles away, 360 vertical feet   Hotels Near Machias River: Bar Harbor Inn, Bar Harbor , 43 miles away The Harborside Hotel and Marina, Bar Harbor , 44 miles away Acadia Hotel, Bar Harbor , 44 miles away The Chiltern Inn, Bar Harbor , 44 miles away Anchorage Motel, Bar Harbor , 44 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Machias River: Sunkhaze Campground, Washington County, 9 miles away Sunkhaze Campground, Jonesboro, 9 miles away Great Cove Golf Course and RV Park, Roque Bluffs, 11 miles away   Trails Near Machias River: Mud Hole Trail, Washington County , 17 miles away   National Parks Near Machias River: Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor - ME , 44 miles away Maine Acadian Culture, Bar Harbor - ME , 44 miles away   Lakes Near Machias River