Maine whitewater - Penobscot River - South Branch, Somerset County

Somerset county, Bridge to Canada Falls Dam section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     17.5 miles
  The Bridge to Canada Falls Dam stretch of Penobscot River - South Branch in Somerset County is 17.5 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class I-II section. The natural beauty of Somerset County and the water flowing gracefully down Penobscot River - South Branch attract people from near and far. There are plenty of other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. Great exercise and just hanging out with mother nature will make you glad you came. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more forgiving
    than the national average, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling places. You can enjoy this stretch more if you take your time,
so go ahead and pack your camp stove. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick.

Briefly about the general area:
All through the long summer days, highs commonly are in the 70's at Penobscot River - South Branch with night lows in the 50's. The winter comes with highs in the 20's with winter lows in the-10's overnight here at Penobscot River - South Branch. Penobscot
 
River - South Branch gets a typical amount of precipitation; most of the rain falls all through July, and February is the month with the least moisture.

Penobscot River - South Branch, Bridge to Canada Falls Dam road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 17.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.86166
Longitude: -70.00667

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.88999
Longitude: -69.96361

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Current weather conditions at Penobscot River - South Branch, Maine
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Local climate location: JACKMAN 26 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Augusta-Waterville, Maine, the metro area neareast to Penobscot River - South Branch. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Penobscot River - South Branch.
 Whitewater Near Penobscot River - South Branch:
Penobscot River - South Branch, Somerset County , 0 miles away, Class V - 3.5 miles long (Canada Falls Lake to Pittston Farm)
Penobscot River - North Branch, Somerset County , 6 miles away, Class I-II - 20.8 miles long (Big Bog Dam to Pittston Farm)
Baker Branch, Somerset County , 15 miles away, Class I-II - 26.5 miles long (Fourth St. John Pond to Baker Lake)
Moose River, Somerset County , 17 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Long Pond to Brassua Lake)
Penobscot River - South Branch, Somerset County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 11.5 miles long (US Route 201 Bridge to Canada Falls Lake)
Penobscot River - West Branch, Somerset County , 19 miles away, Class III+ - 2.5 miles long (Seboomook Dam to Roll Dam Campsite)
Kennebec River - West Outlet, Somerset Piscataquis County , 20 miles away, Class I-II - 10 miles long (Moosehead Lake to Indian Pond)
Kennebec River - East Outlet, Somerset County , 21 miles away, Class II-IV - 3 miles long (Moosehead Lake Route 15 Bridge to Indian Pond)
Kennebec River, Somerset County , 22 miles away, Class IV - 3.5 miles long (Harris Station Dam to Carry Brook)
Cold Stream, Somerset County , 23 miles away, Class V - 11.5 miles long (Tomhegan Stream to Kennebec River)
 Ski Areas Near Penobscot River - South Branch:
Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 45 miles away, 2820 vertical feet
Big Squaw, Maine , 46 miles away, 1750 vertical feet
Saddleback, Maine , 58 miles away, 1830 vertical feet
Eaton Mountain, Maine , 59 miles away, 620 vertical feet
Titcomb, Maine , 60 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Black Mountain, Maine , 76 miles away, 1120 vertical feet
Lost Valley, Maine , 86 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Mount Abram, Maine , 88 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 90 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Sunday River, Maine , 90 miles away, 2340 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Penobscot River - South Branch:
Moosehead Motel, Rockwood , 8 miles away
John's Four Season, Jackman , 22 miles away
Northland Hotel, Jackman , 22 miles away
Boss Motel, Jackman , 22 miles away
Jackman Hotel, Jackman , 22 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Penobscot River - South Branch:
Old Mill Camping Area, Rockwood, 8 miles away
Seboomook wilderness Campground, Rockwood, 12 miles away
Woody's Campground and Cottages, Rockwood, 14 miles away
 Trails Near Penobscot River - South Branch:
Alder Brook Trail, Somerset County , 15 miles away
Bald Mountain Trail, Somerset County , 17 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Penobscot River - South Branch:
MT Kineo Golf Course, Rockwood , 5 miles away
 Lakes Near Penobscot River - South Branch

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