Maine whitewater - Pleasant River, Washington County
Washington
county,
Pleasant River Lake to Columbia Falls section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I-III 33.5 miles
The average Maine whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. The wonderful Washington County scenery and the water flowing gracefully down Pleasant River will make you feel great. This is the only paddling section along Pleasant River. 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. The Pleasant
River Lake to Columbia Falls stretch of Pleasant River in Washington County is 33.5 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-III section. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way in this general
area you'll find lots of paddling rivers. Getting some good exercise and spending some quality time in nature are great attractions for lots of people. The campgrounds here at Pleasant River are pretty good.
Briefly about the general area: Pleasant River sees pretty high levels of precipitation; November is the wettest month with most rain while June is the month with the least amount of precipitation. Summer at Pleasant River comes with high temperatures in the 70's while night lows are mostly in the 50's. The cold days of the wintertime come with highs in the 20's while Pleasant River nighttime low temperatures throughout the winter are in the 0's.
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