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
This stretch of Orbeton Stream in Maine is 4.8 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class IV-V+ section. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often easier than in other states, so better not forget that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's good length for a morning trip. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling rivers. Getting some good exercise and spending
some quality time in nature will have you coming back for more. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. 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 wonderful Maine
scenery and the water flowing gracefully down Orbeton Stream are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle.
Briefly about the general area: At Orbeton Stream all through the days of summer highs are in the 70's while night lows are frequently in the 50's. High temperatures through the winter are normally in the 20's, and overnight lows in the-10's for Orbeton Stream. The amount of rain that falls at Orbeton Stream is close to the national average; August is when you get the most rain here while February is ordinarily the driest month.
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