Maine whitewater - Penobscot River - West Branch, Somerset County
Somerset
county,
Seboomook Dam to Roll Dam Campsite section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS III+ 2.5 miles
Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Maine are easier than the national norm, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that quite a few of the sections here are pretty easy. This section of Penobscot River - West Branch in Maine is 2.5 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III+ section of whitewater. The Seboomook Dam to Roll Dam Campsite stretch is one of many paddling stretches in this river system. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature are great reasons to come. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby.
The natural beauty of Maine and the water flowing gracefully down Penobscot River - West Branch beats anything. This section is quite short so you'd better be prepared to walk your kayak back to put-in a few times. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river
if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.
Briefly about the general area: Why not stop by Mud Cove also while you're here. Through the summertime highs here at Penobscot River - West Branch reach the 70's. Once the sun is down it descends down to the 50's. High temperatures through the wintertime are normally in the 20's, and after the sun is down all through the winter temperatures at Penobscot River - West Branch descend into the-10's. The annual rainfall here at Penobscot River - West Branch is about average; July is the month that gets the most rain, and February is when it's the driest.
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