Maine whitewater - Piscataquis River - East Branch, Piscataquis County Piscataquis county, Shirley Mills to Blanchard section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS V     2.5 miles   This stretch of Piscataquis River - East Branch in Piscataquis County is 2.5 miles long and it is classified as a class V section by American Whitewater. 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. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. The beautiful scenery of Maine and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp.     Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good spots. This is a pretty short section so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. This is one of a small number of paddling stretches in this river system, there are a few others too. If you've been out of state whitewater rafting and kayaking you might find the rivers here more forgiving, so better not forget that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere. Briefly about the general area: The warmest time of the year brings highs in the 70's to Piscataquis River - East Branch, and during summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. The cold days of the wintertime come with highs in the 20's with winter lows in the-10's overnight here at Piscataquis River - East Branch. Go for a hike on the Intake Trail.   The amount of precipitation that falls at Piscataquis River - East Branch is close to the national average; most of the rain falls throughout July; February is the month with the least moisture. Piscataquis River - East Branch, Shirley Mills to Blanchard road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: V Length: 2.5 miles Average Gradient: 105 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.3661 Longitude: -69.62021 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.33449 Longitude: -69.61181 Paddler input for Piscataquis River - East Branch, Maine: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Piscataquis River - East Branch, Maine Local climate location: BRASSUA DAM 9 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Lodge at Moosehead Lake, Greenville 14 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 23 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... Pittsfield Motor Inn, Pittsfield 31 miles away Pittsfield Motor Inn is located just minute from I-95. Easy access from I-95. Our new owner welcomes you at our newly renovated Pittsfield Motor Inn. We hope your stay is enjoyable, restful and enjoya...   All Maine Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Maine. Books about whitewater paddling on Piscataquis River - East Branch, Maine List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Piscataquis River - East 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 Piscataquis River - East Branch. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Piscataquis River - East Branch.   Whitewater Near Piscataquis River - East Branch: Piscataquis River - West Branch, Piscataquis County , 3 miles away, Class IV-V - 9 miles long (Oakes Bog to Blanchard) Piscataquis River, Piscataquis County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 8 miles long (Blanchard to Upper Abbot) Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County , 10 miles away, Class IV-V - 9 miles long (Lower Wilson Pond to Bodfish Crossing) Kingsbury Stream, Piscataquis County , 11 miles away, Class II-III - 11 miles long (Kingsbury Pond to Coles Corner Road) Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County , 13 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Bodfish Crossing to Willimantic) Kennebec River - East Outlet, Somerset County , 15 miles away, Class II-IV - 3 miles long (Moosehead Lake Route 15 Bridge to Indian Pond) Kennebec River - West Outlet, Somerset Piscataquis County , 16 miles away, Class I-II - 10 miles long (Moosehead Lake to Indian Pond) Big Wilson Stream, Franklin County , 17 miles away, Class I-V(V+) - 4 miles long (Willimantic to Earley' Landing) Austin Stream, Somerset County , 17 miles away, Class III-V(V+) - 0.2 miles long (South Branch to Bingham) Roach River, Piscataquis County , 18 miles away, Class II-III - 6.5 miles long (Kokadjo to Moosehead lake)   Ski Areas Near Piscataquis River - East Branch: Big Squaw, Maine , 27 miles away, 1750 vertical feet Eaton Mountain, Maine , 28 miles away, 525 vertical feet Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 50 miles away, 2820 vertical feet Titcomb, Maine , 51 miles away, 350 vertical feet New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 55 miles away, 360 vertical feet Camden, Maine , 64 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Saddleback, Maine , 66 miles away, 2000 vertical feet Lost Valley, Maine , 75 miles away, 240 vertical feet Black Mountain, Maine , 78 miles away, 1120 vertical feet Mount Abram, Maine , 89 miles away, 1150 vertical feet   Hotels Near Piscataquis River - East Branch: Lodge at Moosehead Lake, Greenville , 14 miles away Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham , 23 miles away Pittsfield Motor Inn, Pittsfield , 31 miles away Comfort Inn & Suites, Waterville , 38 miles away Best Western Waterville Inn, Waterville , 38 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Piscataquis River - East Branch: Balsam woods Campground, Abbot, 9 miles away Northern Pride Lodge and Campground, Greenville, 10 miles away Casey's Spencer Bay Campground, Greenville, 10 miles away   Trails Near Piscataquis River - East Branch: Intake Trail, Piscataquis County , 7 miles away Big Squaw Mountain Trail, Piscataquis County , 9 miles away Number Four Mountain Trail, Piscataquis County , 20 miles away