Maine whitewater - Penobscot River - East Branch, Penobscot County
Penobscot
county,
Grand Lake Matagamon to Whetstone Falls section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS III-V 38 miles
The nature scenery of Penobscot County and the water flowing gracefully down Penobscot River - East Branch attract people from near and far. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Maine tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so don't forget that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. The Grand Lake Matagamon to Whetstone Falls stretch of Penobscot River - East Branch in Maine is 38 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III-V section. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. A stretch
this long is of course too much for a one day trip, perfect for a real wilderness adventure. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling spots. A bit of exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great attractions for lots
of people. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Grand Lake Matagamon to Whetstone Falls section is just one of many.
Briefly about the general area: Spencer Rips is a good local attraction, and do take a hike on the Spring Brook Trail. Penobscot River - East Branch is a good place of common rain; the month with most of the rain is November, and February on the other hand is
the driest. Bowlin Falls is a beautiful spot to have a look at while you're at Penobscot River - East Branch; you can have a wonderful hiking adventure along the Jerry Pond Tote Road. At this river you will always have a good time. At Penobscot River - East Branch during the
days of summer highs are in the 70's with nighttime lows in the 50's. Highs through the winter are commonly in the 20's, and night lows in the 0's for Penobscot River - East Branch.
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