Maine whitewater - Orbeton Stream, Franklin County Franklin county, Barnjum Stream to Sandy River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV-V+     4.8 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget that the rivers in this state are less demanding. The Barnjum Stream to Sandy River stretch of Orbeton Stream in Maine is 4.8 miles long and has been rated as a class IV-V+ section by American Whitewater. Great exercise and just hanging out with mother nature have a lot of people coming here. This is a pretty decent length section, suitable for an afternoon trip. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or     kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling rivers. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. Orbeton Stream doesn't have a lot of paddling stretches, the Barnjum Stream to Sandy River stretch is the only one. 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. The nature scenery of Franklin County and the cool fresh water beats anything. Briefly about the general area: During the summer months highs here at Orbeton Stream get into the 70's. Summer overnight lows fall down to the 50's. Through the wintertime this place gets highs in the 20's, and after the sun is down during the winter temperatures at Orbeton Stream plunge into the-10's. The yearly rainfall here at Orbeton Stream is about average; August is the wettest month with most rain while February is usually the driest month.   Orbeton Stream, Barnjum Stream to Sandy River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV-V+ Length: 4.8 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 44.9043 Longitude: -70.3966 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 44.85559 Longitude: -70.41781 Paddler input for Orbeton Stream, Maine: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Orbeton Stream, Maine Local climate location: MIDDLE DAM 22 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Wilson Lake Inn, Wilton 18 miles away Wilson Lake Inn invites you to enjoy the peace, serenity and service that will exceed your expectations. Whether you want a truly inspirational place to rest after a long work day, an unparalleled sum... Comfort Inn & Suites, Wilton 21 miles away We offer free wireless high speed internet and plasma TV in all rooms. We have an exercise room, deluxe continental breakfast, indoor heated pool, and indoor whirlpool on site. Our property is close t... The Perennial Inn, Rumford 25 miles away The ambiance projects a genuine feeling of country hospitality. You will be pampered with thick, thirsty cotton towels, warm terry cloth robes and cozy, warm down comforters. Serene instrumental music...   All Maine Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Maine. Books about whitewater paddling on Orbeton Stream, Maine List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Orbeton Stream, 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 Lewiston-Auburn, Maine Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Lewiston-Auburn, Maine, the metro area neareast to Orbeton Stream. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Orbeton Stream.   Whitewater Near Orbeton Stream: Sandy River, Franklin County , 3 miles away, Class II-III - 5.8 miles long (South Branch to Phillips) Sandy River - South Branch, Franklin County , 3 miles away, Class II - 2.8 miles long (Number Six Road to ME 4) Sandy River, Franklin County , 5 miles away, Class II-III - 5.5 miles long (Smalls Falls to South Branch) Sandy River, Franklin County , 6 miles away, Class V - 2.5 miles long (Phillips through town) Bowley Brook, Franklin County , 10 miles away, Class V - 0.25 miles long (between Weld and Dryden) Sandy River, Franklin County , 12 miles away, Class I-II - 17 miles long (Phillips to Fairbanks Bridge) Dead River - South Branch, Franklin County , 14 miles away, Class II-III - 7.5 miles long (Green Farm Br. to Flagstaff) Dead River - South Branch, Franklin County , 15 miles away, Class II-III - 5.8 miles long (Dallas School to Langston Mill) Carrabasset, Franklin County , 17 miles away, Class I-IV - 10 miles long (Carrabasset to Kingfield) Swift River, Oxford County , 17 miles away, Class II-III - 13 miles long (Rt 17 Bridge to Mexico)   Ski Areas Near Orbeton Stream: Saddleback, Maine , 9 miles away, 1830 vertical feet Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 11 miles away, 2820 vertical feet Titcomb, Maine , 20 miles away, 350 vertical feet Black Mountain, Maine , 21 miles away, 1120 vertical feet Mount Abram, Maine , 32 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Sunday River, Maine , 37 miles away, 2340 vertical feet Lost Valley, Maine , 37 miles away, 240 vertical feet Shawnee Peak, Maine , 49 miles away, 1300 vertical feet Eaton Mountain, Maine , 55 miles away, 620 vertical feet Black Mountain, New Hampshire , 63 miles away, 1100 vertical feet   Hotels Near Orbeton Stream: Wilson Lake Inn, Wilton , 18 miles away Comfort Inn & Suites, Wilton , 21 miles away The Perennial Inn, Rumford , 25 miles away Grand Summit Resort Sunday River, Bethel , 35 miles away The Bethel Inn Resort, Bethel , 35 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Orbeton Stream: Crocker Mountain Cirque Campground, Franklin County, 9 miles away Dummer's Beach, Weld, 9 miles away Mountain View Campground, Dixfield, 16 miles away   Trails Near Orbeton Stream: Piazza Rock Trail, Franklin County , 8 miles away Brook Trail, Franklin County , 12 miles away Chimney Trail, Franklin County , 13 miles away Bigelow Range Trail, Franklin County , 13 miles away Fire Warden Trail, Somerset County , 14 miles away