Maine whitewater - Meduxnekeag River - South Branch, Aroostook County

Aroostook county, Hodgdon to Meduxnekeag River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     4 miles
  The natural beauty of Maine and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream attract people from near and far. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. This stretch has has enough mileage, it's perfect for a one day trip. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Maine tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. This is the only paddling stretch along Meduxnekeag River - South Branch. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater
    rafting or kayaking, either way in this general area you won't find many other paddling rivers. This stretch of Meduxnekeag River - South Branch is 4 miles long and is a class I-II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. If you'll be staying in a hotel you're in
luck, lodging is available very near the river, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature will make you glad you came.

Briefly about the general area:
Summer at Meduxnekeag River - South Branch arrives with high temperatures in the 70's, and all through the night it cools down to the 50's. During the winter highs are frequently in the 20's, and after the sun is down during the wintertime temperatures at Meduxnekeag River - South Branch
 
drop into the 0's.
The amount of precipitation that falls at Meduxnekeag River - South Branch is close to the national average; most of the rain falls through July; February meanwhile is the driest month.

Meduxnekeag River - South Branch, Hodgdon to Meduxnekeag River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 4 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.05369
Longitude: -67.8677

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 46.102
Longitude: -67.8714

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Current weather conditions at Meduxnekeag River - South Branch, Maine
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Local climate location: PRESQUE ISLE 17 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Scottish Inns Houlton, Houlton
3 miles away
Our Motel is in the center of the Houlton area. It is far but not too far- about 2 miles, from I-95 so the place is quieter than the rest of the Motels in the area. There are restaurants within walkin...

Shiretown Motor Inn, Houlton
4 miles away
The Shiretown Motor Inn located on US Route 1 just off Interstate 95 is the place to stay for Business Travelers, Seniors, Group Tours, and Families on vacation. The Shiretown Motor Inn is the only fu...

Crown Park Inn, Caribou
39 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 ...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Meduxnekeag River - South Branch.
 Whitewater Near Meduxnekeag River - South Branch:
B Stream, Aroostock County , 4 miles away, Class I-II - 4.3 miles long (6th Bridge to Houlton)
Mattawamkeag River - East Branch, Aroostook County , 15 miles away, Class I-II - 27 miles long (Smyrna Mills to Haynesville)
Baskahegan Stream, Aroostock County , 19 miles away, Class II-IV - 1 miles long (South Bancroft to Mattawamkeag River)
Mattawamkeag River - West Branch, Aroostook County , 21 miles away, Class I-II - 39 miles long (Route 11 to Haynesville)
Wytopitlock Stream, Aroostook County , 25 miles away, Class I-II - 17 miles long (Wytopitlock Lake to Mattawamkeag River)
Baskahegan Stream, Washington County , 29 miles away, Class I-II - 13.5 miles long (Lindsey Brook to Baskahegan Lake)
 Ski Areas Near Meduxnekeag River - South Branch:
Bigrock, Maine , 22 miles away, 980 vertical feet
New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 95 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Big Squaw, Maine , 102 miles away, 1750 vertical feet
Camden, Maine , 125 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Eaton Mountain, Maine , 136 miles away, 620 vertical feet
Titcomb, Maine , 173 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 176 miles away, 2820 vertical feet
Lost Valley, Maine , 191 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Saddleback, Maine , 191 miles away, 1830 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Meduxnekeag River - South Branch:
Scottish Inns Houlton, Houlton , 3 miles away
Shiretown Motor Inn, Houlton , 4 miles away
Crown Park Inn, Caribou , 39 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Meduxnekeag River - South Branch:
My Brothers Place, Houlton, 5 miles away
Wilde Pines Campground, Monticello, 10 miles away
Mountain View Campground, Danforth, 20 miles away
 Trails Near Meduxnekeag River - South Branch:
Potters Trail, Aroostook County , 12 miles away
Pierce Tote Road, Aroostook County , 14 miles away
Kennedy Tote Road, Aroostook County , 16 miles away
Sweets Trail, Aroostook County , 19 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Meduxnekeag River - South Branch:
Houlton Community Golf Course, Houlton , 2 miles away
 Lakes Near Meduxnekeag River - South Branch

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