Maine whitewater - Presumpscot River, Cumberland County

Cumberland county, Sebago Lake to Pleasant Hill section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-IV     2.5 miles
  The Sebago Lake to Pleasant Hill stretch of Presumpscot River in Cumberland County is 2.5 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class I-IV section. The wonderful Maine scenery and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. There are some good hotels near the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. There are no other sections to paddle along Presumpscot River than the Sebago Lake to Pleasant Hill section. The average whitewater rafting or kayaking
    river tends to be a bit easier to master in this state than those in other states, so don't forget that rivers here are not as hard as elsewhere. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature will
have you coming back for more.

Briefly about the general area:
Presumpscot River gets much water; November is the wettest month with most rain; the driest of the months is August. All through the warm days of summer at Presumpscot River highs are frequently in the 70's; through summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. The cold days of the wintertime come with highs in the 30's while Presumpscot River nighttime low temperatures through the wintertime are in the 0's.
 

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-IV
Length: 2.5 miles
  

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Current weather conditions at Presumpscot River, Maine
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Local climate location: WEST BUXTON 12 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

The Elms Bed and Breakfast, Westbrook
The Elms Bed and Breakfast, located in Greater Portland Maine, is a graceful historic home over looking the Presumpscot River. Classic Architecture, well appointed rooms, antique furniture and amazing...

Portland/Westbrook Super 8 Motel, Westbrook
2 miles away
The Super 8 Westbrook, ME is conveniently located off of I-95, Maine Turnpike at Exit 48, just minutes from Portland, ME and the Portland International Airport. The Super 8 Westbrook, ME is just minu...

Holiday Inn PORTLAND-WEST, Portland
2 miles away
When visiting Southern Maine don't forget the Holiday Inn Portland West. Whether you are traveling on business or pleasure, our travel friendly location makes it easy for you when choosing a full serv...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Presumpscot River.
 Ski Areas Near Presumpscot River:
Lost Valley, Maine , 24 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Shawnee Peak, Maine , 37 miles away, 1300 vertical feet
Mount Abram, Maine , 42 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Black Mountain, Maine , 48 miles away, 1120 vertical feet
Titcomb, Maine , 50 miles away, 350 vertical feet
King Pine, New Hampshire , 51 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Sunday River, Maine , 52 miles away, 2340 vertical feet
Cranmore Mountain, New Hampshire , 55 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
Abenaki, New Hampshire , 60 miles away, 100 vertical feet
Black Mountain, New Hampshire , 61 miles away, 1100 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Presumpscot River:
The Elms Bed and Breakfast, Westbrook , 1 miles away
Portland/Westbrook Super 8 Motel, Westbrook , 2 miles away
Holiday Inn PORTLAND-WEST, Portland , 2 miles away
Howard Johnson Plaza - Portland, Portland , 2 miles away
Portland Travelodge, Portland , 2 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Presumpscot River:
Wassamki Springs Campground, Westbrook, 2 miles away
Wassamki Springs, Scarborough, 3 miles away
Bayley's Camping Resort, Scarborough, 5 miles away
 Lakes Near Presumpscot River

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