Maine whitewater - Roach River, Piscataquis County

Piscataquis county, Kokadjo to Moosehead lake section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-III     6.5 miles
  The beautiful scenery of Maine and the cool fresh water beats anything. This stretch has has enough mileage, it's perfect for a one day trip. No need to look hard for hotels, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this is an area with plenty of places for that. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. This is the only paddling stretch along Roach River. This stretch of Roach River in Piscataquis County is 6.5 miles long and is a class II-III
    section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature have a lot of people coming here. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Maine are often more forgiving than in other states,
so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many runs in this state are very easy.

Briefly about the general area:
Have a splendid hiking adventure along the Big Spencer Mountain Trail. During the summertime months highs here at Roach River reach the 70's. When the night sets in temperatures descend down into the 50's. High temperatures throughout the winter are normally in the 20's with winter lows in the-10's overnight here at Roach River.
The amount of rainfall that falls at Roach River is close to the national average; the month of July is the wettest with most of the rain; the driest month of the year is February.
 

Roach River, Kokadjo to Moosehead lake road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-III
Length: 6.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.67129
Longitude: -69.4472

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 45.69919
Longitude: -69.5497

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Current weather conditions at Roach River, Maine
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Local climate location: BRASSUA DAM 13 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Lodge at Moosehead Lake, Greenville
5 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
40 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
44 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...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Roach River.
 Whitewater Near Roach River:
Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County , 13 miles away, Class IV-V - 9 miles long (Lower Wilson Pond to Bodfish Crossing)
Pleasant River - West Branch, Piscataquis County , 15 miles away, Class V - 4.7 miles long (Bear Brook to Long Pond Road)
Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County , 18 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Bodfish Crossing to Willimantic)
Piscataquis River - East Branch, Piscataquis County , 18 miles away, Class V - 2.5 miles long (Shirley Mills to Blanchard)
Penobscot River - West Branch, Somerset County , 18 miles away, Class III+ - 2.5 miles long (Seboomook Dam to Roll Dam Campsite)
Kennebec River - West Outlet, Somerset Piscataquis County , 19 miles away, Class I-II - 10 miles long (Moosehead Lake to Indian Pond)
Kennebec River - East Outlet, Somerset County , 19 miles away, Class II-IV - 3 miles long (Moosehead Lake Route 15 Bridge to Indian Pond)
Big Wilson Stream, Franklin County , 20 miles away, Class I-V(V+) - 4 miles long (Willimantic to Earley' Landing)
Moose River, Somerset County , 20 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Long Pond to Brassua Lake)
Ship Pond Stream, Piscataquis County , 21 miles away, Class I-III - 3 miles long (Cow yard Falls to Bucks Cove)
 Ski Areas Near Roach River:
Big Squaw, Maine , 12 miles away, 1750 vertical feet
Eaton Mountain, Maine , 45 miles away, 525 vertical feet
New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 58 miles away, 360 vertical feet
Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 64 miles away, 2820 vertical feet
Titcomb, Maine , 68 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Camden, Maine , 75 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Saddleback, Maine , 79 miles away, 2000 vertical feet
Lost Valley, Maine , 92 miles away, 240 vertical feet
Black Mountain, Maine , 94 miles away, 1120 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Roach River:
Lodge at Moosehead Lake, Greenville , 5 miles away
Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham , 40 miles away
Pittsfield Motor Inn, Pittsfield , 44 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Roach River:
Caseys Spencer Bay Campground, Piscataquis County, 7 miles away
Casey's Spencer Bay Campground, Greenville, 8 miles away
South Inlet Campground, Greenville, 8 miles away
 Trails Near Roach River:
Big Spencer Mountain Trail, Piscataquis County , 6 miles away
Number Four Mountain Trail, Piscataquis County , 7 miles away
Gulf Hagas Trail, Piscataquis County , 15 miles away
Intake Trail, Piscataquis County , 15 miles away
Big Squaw Mountain Trail, Piscataquis County , 17 miles away

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