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Steep Falls section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS I-II+(V+) 0.3 miles
The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Portland-South Portland, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master in this state than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many runs in this state are very easy. The Steep Falls stretch is one of a few paddling stretches in this river system. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. This stretch of Saco River is 0.3 miles long and is according to American
Whitewater a class I-II+(V+) section of whitewater. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors
are great attractions for lots of people. This is a very short section so you'll have to walk back to the start over and over. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of spots for that. The wonderful Maine scenery and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great.
Briefly about the general area: The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Cold Bowling Spring. All the water falling down from the sky makes Saco River a wet spot; most of the rain falls during
November; September is the month with the least moisture. At Saco River through the days of summer highs are in the 70's. When the night sets in temperatures sink down into the 50's. Throughout the wintertime the highs are frequently in the 20's with temperatures at Saco River dipping down into the 0's all through winter nights.
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