Maine whitewater - Penobscot River - North Branch, Somerset County Somerset county, Big Bog Dam to Pittston Farm section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     20.8 miles   The natural beauty of Maine and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. This stretch of Penobscot River - North Branch in Maine is 20.8 miles long and is a class I-II section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way there are lots of good spots for that around here. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature will make you glad     you came. 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. This stretch has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so why not pack your camping stuff too. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Maine is often easier than elsewhere, so better not forget that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. There are plenty of other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. Briefly about the general area: The warmest time of the year at Penobscot River - North Branch arrives with high temperatures in the 70's, and the night is quite chillier of course, mostly in the 50's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 20's while the cold winter nights at Penobscot River - North Branch are in the-10's. Penobscot River   - North Branch gets a normal amount of rainfall; the wettest month of the year is regularly July, that's the one that rains the most, and February is when it's the driest. Penobscot River - North Branch, Big Bog Dam to Pittston Farm road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II Length: 20.8 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 46.09222 Longitude: -70.00361 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.90416 Longitude: -69.96695 Paddler input for Penobscot River - North Branch, Maine: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Penobscot River - North Branch, Maine Local climate location: JACKMAN 32 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Lodge at Moosehead Lake, Greenville 38 miles away Surrounded by unspoiled natural beauty, this 1917 Cape Cod Colonial welcomes its guest with its blend of rustic charm and luxurious grandeur. The Lodge has recieved a Four Diamond rating for 12 conse... Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham 46 miles away FREE Moose Safari & breathtaking Waterfalls tour. Our outstanding outdoor adventures include white water rafting over 10 companies to choose from, 4-wheel from your room, over 250 miles of approved a...   All Maine Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Maine. Books about whitewater paddling on Penobscot River - North Branch, Maine List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Penobscot River - North Branch, 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 Augusta-Waterville, Maine Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Augusta-Waterville, Maine, the metro area neareast to Penobscot River - North Branch. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Penobscot River - North Branch.   Whitewater Near Penobscot River - North Branch: Penobscot River - South Branch, Somerset County , 6 miles away, Class V - 3.5 miles long (Canada Falls Lake to Pittston Farm) Penobscot River - South Branch, Somerset County , 6 miles away, Class I-II - 17.5 miles long (Bridge to Canada Falls Dam) Baker Branch, Somerset County , 10 miles away, Class I-II - 26.5 miles long (Fourth St. John Pond to Baker Lake) Penobscot River - South Branch, Somerset County , 19 miles away, Class I-II - 11.5 miles long (US Route 201 Bridge to Canada Falls Lake) Baker Branch, Somerset County , 19 miles away, Class I-II - 18 miles long (Baker Lake to SW Branch St. John River) Penobscot River - West Branch, Somerset County , 19 miles away, Class III+ - 2.5 miles long (Seboomook Dam to Roll Dam Campsite) St. John River - SW Branch, Somerset County , 19 miles away, Class I-II - 26.5 miles long (Fourth St John Pond to Baker Lake Outlet) Moose River, Somerset County , 21 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Long Pond to Brassua Lake) Kennebec River - West Outlet, Somerset Piscataquis County , 24 miles away, Class I-II - 10 miles long (Moosehead Lake to Indian Pond) Kennebec River - East Outlet, Somerset County , 26 miles away, Class II-IV - 3 miles long (Moosehead Lake Route 15 Bridge to Indian Pond)   Ski Areas Near Penobscot River - North Branch: Big Squaw, Maine , 47 miles away, 1750 vertical feet Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 51 miles away, 2820 vertical feet Saddleback, Maine , 63 miles away, 2000 vertical feet Eaton Mountain, Maine , 64 miles away, 525 vertical feet Titcomb, Maine , 66 miles away, 350 vertical feet Le Massif, Quebec , 75 miles away, 2526 vertical feet Black Mountain, Maine , 81 miles away, 1120 vertical feet Mont Sainte Anne, Quebec , 82 miles away, 2050 vertical feet Lost Valley, Maine , 92 miles away, 240 vertical feet Mount Abram, Maine , 92 miles away, 1150 vertical feet   Hotels Near Penobscot River - North Branch: Lodge at Moosehead Lake, Greenville , 38 miles away Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham , 46 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Penobscot River - North Branch: Old Mill Camping Area, Rockwood, 11 miles away Seboomook wilderness Campground, Rockwood, 13 miles away Woody's Campground and Cottages, Rockwood, 19 miles away   Trails Near Penobscot River - North Branch: Alder Brook Trail, Somerset County , 18 miles away