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Maine whitewater - Pierce Pond Stream, Somerset County
Somerset
county,
Pierce Pond to Kennebec River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS V+ 3.5 miles
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The nature scenery of Somerset County and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. If you've been out of state whitewater rafting and kayaking you might find the rivers here more forgiving, so better not forget that many runs in this state are very easy. This section of Pierce Pond Stream in Maine is 3.5 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class V+ section. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping |
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in your car. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature will have you coming back for more. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this is an area with plenty of spots for that. If you're a camper you can
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Briefly about the general area:
High temperatures at Pierce Pond Stream during the warm months are in the 70's. Summer nighttime lows drop down to the 50's. The wintertime brings highs down to the 20's; winter nights come with lows in the 0's to Pierce Pond Stream. Pierce Pond Stream gets a normal amount of yearly rainfall; most of the | |
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snow falls through November, and February on the other hand is the driest.
Don't leave Pierce Pond Stream without first going for a hike along the Arnolds Trail.
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Pierce Pond Stream, Pierce Pond to Kennebec River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
QUICK STATS
AW Class:
V+
Length:
3.5
miles
Average Gradient: 183 fpm
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Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.2402
Longitude: -70.0545
Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.23559
Longitude: -70.0022
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Paddler input for Pierce Pond Stream, Maine:
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Current weather conditions at Pierce Pond Stream, Maine
Local climate location: LONG FALLS DAM 8 miles away
         
RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS
There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.
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Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham
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13 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...
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Comfort Inn & Suites, Wilton
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32 miles away
We offer free wireless high speed internet and plasma TV in all rooms. We have an exercise room, deluxe continental breakfast, indoor heated pool, and indoor whirlpool on site. Our property is close t...
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Wilson Lake Inn, Wilton
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35 miles away
Wilson Lake Inn invites you to enjoy the peace, serenity and service that will exceed your expectations. Whether you want a truly inspirational place to rest after a long work day, an unparalleled sum...
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All Maine Whitewater
Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Maine.
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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 Pierce Pond Stream. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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| These outdoors activities are available near Pierce Pond Stream. |
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Carrying Place Stream, Somerset
County
, 4 miles away, Class V - 2.3 miles long (Carrying Place Township) |
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Dead River, Somerset
County
, 6 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 13.3 miles long (Spencer Falls to West Forks) |
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Cold Stream, Somerset
County
, 8 miles away, Class V - 11.5 miles long (Tomhegan Stream to Kennebec River) |
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Kennebec River, Somerset
County
, 9 miles away, Class II-III - 7.8 miles long (Carry Brook to Forks) |
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Sandy Stream, Somerset
County
, 9 miles away, Class IV-V - 5 miles long (Stony Brook to Michael Stream) |
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Moxie Stream, Somerset
County
, 9 miles away, Class V - 1.75 miles long (Snowmobile bridge to Moxie Falls) |
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Enchanted Stream, Somerset
County
, 10 miles away, Class V - 9 miles long (to Dead River) |
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Kennebec River, Somerset
County
, 14 miles away, Class IV - 3.5 miles long (Harris Station Dam to Carry Brook) |
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Carrabasset, Franklin
County
, 15 miles away, Class I-IV - 10 miles long (Carrabasset to Kingfield) |
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Austin Stream, Somerset
County
, 16 miles away, Class III-V(V+) - 0.2 miles long (South Branch to Bingham) |
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| | Ski Areas Near Pierce Pond Stream:
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Sugarloaf USA, Maine
, 21 miles away, 2820 vertical feet |
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Titcomb, Maine
, 30 miles away, 350 vertical feet |
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Eaton Mountain, Maine
, 36 miles away, 620 vertical feet |
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Saddleback, Maine
, 37 miles away, 1830 vertical feet |
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Black Mountain, Maine
, 52 miles away, 1120 vertical feet |
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Big Squaw, Maine
, 54 miles away, 1750 vertical feet |
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Lost Valley, Maine
, 56 miles away, 240 vertical feet |
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Mount Abram, Maine
, 63 miles away, 1150 vertical feet |
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Sunday River, Maine
, 68 miles away, 2340 vertical feet |
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Shawnee Peak, Maine
, 79 miles away, 1300 vertical feet |
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| | Hotels Near Pierce Pond Stream:
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Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham
, 13 miles away |
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Comfort Inn & Suites, Wilton
, 32 miles away |
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Wilson Lake Inn, Wilton
, 35 miles away |
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Lodge at Moosehead Lake, Greenville
, 40 miles away |
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Comfort Inn & Suites, Waterville
, 42 miles away |
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