Maine whitewater - Union River - East Branch, Hancock County Hancock county, Steep Landing to West Branch section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     19.4 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Maine is often easier than elsewhere, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less demanding. This section of Union River - East Branch is 19.4 miles long and has been rated as a class I-II section by American Whitewater. The scenic beauty of Hancock County and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. You can enjoy this stretch more if you take your time, so why not pack your camping stuff too. There are a few other stretches in this river system that     can be paddled as well. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Briefly about the general area: During the long summer days here at Union River - East Branch, high temperatures generally reach the 70's, and the nighttime is fairly colder of course, ordinarily in the 50's. Highs throughout the winter are generally in the 20's with temperatures at Union River - East Branch dipping down into the 0's throughout winter nights. Union River - East Branch gets a common amount of rain; through the month of November you get the most rain around here, and February is the month with the least moisture.   Union River - East Branch, Steep Landing to West Branch road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: I-II Length: 19.4 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 44.85722 Longitude: -68.15306 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 44.74611 Longitude: -68.37917 Paddler input for Union River - East Branch, Maine: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Union River - East Branch, Maine Local climate location: ORONO 15 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. White Birches Country Club, Ellsworth 16 miles away White Birches Country Club is located on the Ellsworth, Hancock town line. The gateway to Downeast Maine and Acadia National Park. White Birches provides travelers affordable, comfortable accommodatio... The Colonial Inn, Ellsworth 16 miles away The Colonial Inn invites guests to relax and take a swim in our indoor heated pool before exploring one of the world's truely remarkable locations. We are a privately owned Motel located in Ellsworth,... Holiday Inn Ellsworth-Acadia Natl Pk, Me, Ellsworth 16 miles away Coming to the Acadia National Park Area or Ellsworth Maine® There are many reasons why the Holiday Inn Ellsworth Hotel is the only place business travelers and vacationers choose to stay when in E...   All Maine Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Maine. Books about whitewater paddling on Union River - East Branch, Maine List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Union River - East Branch, Maine. Find a whitewater outfitter in Maine Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Bangor, Maine Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Bangor, Maine, the metro area neareast to Union River - East Branch. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Union River - East Branch.   Whitewater Near Union River - East Branch: Union River - West Branch, Hancock County , 5 miles away, Class I-II - 17 miles long (Great Pond to Goodwin Bridge) Tannery Brook River, Hancock County , 12 miles away, Class I-III - 4.5 miles long (Route 180 to Graham Lake) Narraguagus River, Washington County , 13 miles away, Class I-II - 25 miles long (Deer Lake to Deblois) Union River, Hancock County , 17 miles away, Class I-II - 0.5 miles long (Ellsworth Falls to Ellsworth) Narraguagus River - West Branch, Hancock Washington County , 18 miles away, Class II-III - 14 miles long (Denbow Peat Mine to Sprague Falls 1) Passadumkeag River, Penobscot County , 18 miles away, Class V - 0.8 miles long (Saponac to Upper Lord Brook) Nicatous Stream, Hancock County , 18 miles away, Class I-III - 7.8 miles long (Nicatous Lake to Pistol Green) Sunkhaze Stream, Penobscot County , 19 miles away, Class -blank- - 15 miles long (headwater to Penobscot River) Branch Lake Stream, Hancock County , 19 miles away, Class III-V - 4 miles long (Branch Lake to Infant Street in Ellsworth) Narraguagus River, Washington County , 21 miles away, Class I-V - 17.3 miles long (Deblois to Cherryfield)   Ski Areas Near Union River - East Branch: New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 45 miles away, 350 vertical feet Camden, Maine , 66 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Big Squaw, Maine , 87 miles away, 1750 vertical feet Bigrock, Maine , 90 miles away, 980 vertical feet Eaton Mountain, Maine , 93 miles away, 620 vertical feet Titcomb, Maine , 132 miles away, 350 vertical feet Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 142 miles away, 2820 vertical feet Lost Valley, Maine , 143 miles away, 240 vertical feet Saddleback, Maine , 156 miles away, 1830 vertical feet Black Mountain, Maine , 162 miles away, 1120 vertical feet   Hotels Near Union River - East Branch: White Birches Country Club, Ellsworth , 16 miles away The Colonial Inn, Ellsworth , 16 miles away Holiday Inn Ellsworth-Acadia Natl Pk, Me, Ellsworth , 16 miles away Comfort Inn Ellsworth, Ellsworth , 17 miles away Twilite Motel, Ellsworth , 18 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Union River - East Branch: Eastbrook Campground, Eastbrook, 6 miles away Mountain View Campground, Sullivan, 16 miles away Mountainview Campground, Hancock County, 16 miles away   Trails Near Union River - East Branch: Lead Mountain Trail, Hancock County , 11 miles away Eagle Lake Trail, Hancock County , 12 miles away Peaked Mountain Trail, Penobscot County , 14 miles away Old Gold Mine Trail, Penobscot County , 19 miles away   National Parks Near Union River - East Branch: Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor - ME , 21 miles away Maine Acadian Culture, Bar Harbor - ME , 21 miles away   Lakes Near Union River - East Branch