Maine whitewater - Pleasant River - West Branch, Piscataquis County Piscataquis county, Bear Brook to Long Pond Road section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS V     4.7 miles   This section of Pleasant River - West Branch in Maine is 4.7 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class V section. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while have people coming from far and near. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too. The natural beauty of Maine and the cool fresh water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, there     are lots of good rivers for that around here. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Maine are often more forgiving than in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. Briefly about the general area: Pleasant River - West Branch gets a typical amount of annual rain; of all the months in a year July is the one with the most rain; the driest of the months is February. A visit to Pleasant River - West Branch wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Buttermilk Falls; The Jaws is a glorious location to pop by while in the vicinity. Going for a hike along the Gulf Hagas Trail will   let you absorb the natural beauty of this area, and what would a spot like Pleasant River - West Branch be without attention-grabbing close by features like Hammond Street Pitch. All through the summertime, highs frequently are in the 70's at Pleasant River - West Branch. Once the sun is down it sinks down to the 50's. During the wintertime the highs are generally in the 20's, and winter nights come with lows in the-10's to Pleasant River - West Branch. This river is so perfect. Screw Auger Falls is an inspiring location to have a look at while here. Pleasant River - West Branch, Bear Brook to Long Pond Road road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: V Length: 4.7 miles Average Gradient: 110 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.50439 Longitude: -69.35251 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 45.479 Longitude: -69.2887 Paddler input for Pleasant River - West Branch, Maine: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Pleasant River - West Branch, Maine Local climate location: BRASSUA DAM 12 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... Pittsfield Motor Inn, Pittsfield 35 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... Katahdin Inn, Millinocket 44 miles away The Econo Lodge is located at the northern end of the Appalachian Trail. Mount Katahdin is the heart of Baxter State Park and only minutes from the hotel. Snowmobile the northern trails of Maine, boat...   All Maine Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Maine. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Pleasant River - West Branch.   Whitewater Near Pleasant River - West Branch: Ship Pond Stream, Piscataquis County , 8 miles away, Class I-III - 3 miles long (Cow yard Falls to Bucks Cove) Big Wilson Stream, Franklin County , 10 miles away, Class I-V(V+) - 4 miles long (Willimantic to Earley' Landing) Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County , 10 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Bodfish Crossing to Willimantic) Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County , 12 miles away, Class IV-V - 9 miles long (Lower Wilson Pond to Bodfish Crossing) Roach River, Piscataquis County , 15 miles away, Class II-III - 6.5 miles long (Kokadjo to Moosehead lake) Piscataquis River, Piscataquis County , 18 miles away, Class II-III - 8 miles long (Blanchard to Upper Abbot) Pleasant River - East Branch, Piscataquis County , 20 miles away, Class I-II - 3.5 miles long (Lower Ebeemee to Brownville Junction) Pleasant River - East Branch, Piscataquis County , 20 miles away, Class III-V - 8 miles long (Guernsey Brook to Upper Ebeemee Lake) Nahmakanta Stream, Piscataquis County , 21 miles away, Class I-II - 5.3 miles long (Nahmakanta Lake to Pemadumcook Lake) Piscataquis River - East Branch, Piscataquis County , 22 miles away, Class V - 2.5 miles long (Shirley Mills to Blanchard)   Ski Areas Near Pleasant River - West Branch: Big Squaw, Maine , 12 miles away, 1750 vertical feet Eaton Mountain, Maine , 41 miles away, 620 vertical feet New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 43 miles away, 350 vertical feet Camden, Maine , 63 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Titcomb, Maine , 71 miles away, 350 vertical feet Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 72 miles away, 2820 vertical feet Saddleback, Maine , 87 miles away, 1830 vertical feet Lost Valley, Maine , 93 miles away, 240 vertical feet Black Mountain, Maine , 100 miles away, 1120 vertical feet Mount Abram, Maine , 110 miles away, 1150 vertical feet   Hotels Near Pleasant River - West Branch: Lodge at Moosehead Lake, Greenville , 14 miles away Pittsfield Motor Inn, Pittsfield , 35 miles away Katahdin Inn, Millinocket , 44 miles away Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham , 44 miles away Best Western White House Inn, Bangor , 47 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Pleasant River - West Branch: Wildwood Shores Campground, Monson, 10 miles away Casey's Spencer Bay Campground, Greenville, 16 miles away South Inlet Campground, Greenville, 16 miles away   Trails Near Pleasant River - West Branch: Gulf Hagas Trail, Piscataquis County , 1 miles away Number Four Mountain Trail, Piscataquis County , 9 miles away Auburn Log Hauling Road, Piscataquis County , 11 miles away Northwest Ridge Road, Piscataquis County , 13 miles away Number Two Trail, Piscataquis County , 14 miles away