Maine whitewater - Marsh Stream, Waldo County

Waldo county, Monroe Center to West Winterport section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     9.5 miles
  The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Maine are often easier than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. This stretch of Marsh Stream in Maine is 9.5 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-II section. This stretch has has enough mileage, suitable for an afternoon trip. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too. The wonderful
    Waldo County scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water beats anything. Getting some good exercise and just being out on the river for a while will have you coming back for more. If you're coming from Rockland it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, as
you can see on the road map further down. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling spots.

Briefly about the general area:
During the warm months at Marsh Stream temperatures are commonly in the 70's, and through summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. Through the winter the highs are regularly in the 20's with winter lows in the 0's overnight here at Marsh Stream.
An average amount of rainfall falls at Marsh Stream; November is the wettest month with most rain, and the driest month of the year is February.
 

Marsh Stream, Monroe Center to West Winterport road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 9.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.5997
Longitude: -69.04001

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.61959
Longitude: -68.9517

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Current weather conditions at Marsh Stream, Maine
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Local climate location: CORINNA 11 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Seascape Motel & Cottages, Belfast
9 miles away
The Seascape Motel and Cottages has a forty-three year history of warm hospitality and spotlessly clean rooms. Nestled on a hill overlooking Penobscot Bay, we are centrally located to mid-coast Maine....

Belfast Harbor Inn, Belfast
9 miles away
Enjoy the special charm of Midcoast Maine...and the spectacular scenery of Penobscot Bay during your stay at the Belfast Harbor Inn. Situated on six acres overlooking the ocean, the Inn offers one of ...

Comfort Inn Ocean's Edge, Belfast
9 miles away
This award-winning hotel and restaurant has breathtaking views of the water from all rooms and the restaurant. We have an indoor pool, hot tub and sauna. You can sit on your patio or balcony, or yo...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Marsh Stream.
 Whitewater Near Marsh Stream:
Marsh Stream, Waldo County , 6 miles away, Class I-III - 6.5 miles long (West Winterport to Frankfort)
Goose River, Waldo County , 8 miles away, Class V - 1 miles long (Route 141 to Belfast)
Penobscot River, Hancock Waldo County , 12 miles away, Class I-III - 14 miles long (South Orrington to Sandy Point)
Souadabscook Stream, Penobscot County , 12 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 3.8 miles long (Manning Mill Bridge to Hampden)
Ducktrap River, Waldo County , 15 miles away, Class II-V - 3.5 miles long (Black Brook to Ducktrap Harbor)
Kenduskeag Stream, Penobscot County , 16 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Kenduskeag to Route 15)
Kenduskeag Stream, Penobscot County , 17 miles away, Class I-III - 13.5 miles long (French Stream to Kenduskeag)
Kenduskeag Stream, Penobscot County , 17 miles away, Class I-II(III) - 6 miles long (Rt. 15 to Bangor)
Goose Falls, Hancock County , 18 miles away, Class II - 0.2 miles long (Goose Falls Fd to same)
Martin Stream, Penobscot County , 18 miles away, Class I-II - 16 miles long (Dixmont to Newport)
 Ski Areas Near Marsh Stream:
New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 11 miles away, 360 vertical feet
Camden, Maine , 22 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Eaton Mountain, Maine , 44 miles away, 525 vertical feet
Big Squaw, Maine , 60 miles away, 1750 vertical feet
Titcomb, Maine , 81 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Lost Valley, Maine , 92 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 93 miles away, 2820 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Marsh Stream:
Seascape Motel & Cottages, Belfast , 9 miles away
Belfast Harbor Inn, Belfast , 9 miles away
Comfort Inn Ocean's Edge, Belfast , 9 miles away
Colonial Gables Oceanfront Village, Belfast , 9 miles away
The Jeweled Turret Inn, Belfast , 9 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Marsh Stream:
Shady Acres RV and Campgrounds, Carmel, 8 miles away
The Moorings Campground, Belfast, 9 miles away
Moorings Oceanfront RV Resort, Belfast, 9 miles away
 Trails Near Marsh Stream:
Spring Brook Trail, Knox County , 18 miles away
Mount Megunticook Trail, Knox County , 19 miles away
Mount Battie Trail, Knox County , 20 miles away
 National Parks Near Marsh Stream:
Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor - ME , 55 miles away
Maine Acadian Culture, Bar Harbor - ME , 55 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Marsh Stream:
Streamside Golf Course, Winterport , 3 miles away

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