Massachusetts whitewater - Connecticut River, Hampden County Hampden county, Holyoke section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.     The put-in is not too far from Springfield, as you can see on the road map further down. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less demanding. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Connecticut River doesn't have a lot of paddling sections, the Holyoke section is the only one. If you'll be staying in a hotel you're in luck, lodging is available very near the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels     fill up quick. Great exercise and just hanging out with mother nature are great reasons to come. The natural beauty of Massachusetts and the water flowing gracefully down Connecticut River have people coming here. This is a bit of a short stretch so you'd better be prepared to walk your kayak back to put-in a few times. Briefly about the general area: All the water falling down from the sky makes Connecticut River a wet place; May is the wettest month with most rain; the driest of the months is January. Throughout the summertime at Connecticut River highs are frequently in the 80's. For the duration of the moonlight hours it's mostly in the 50's. The winter comes with highs in the 30's with temperatures at Connecticut River dipping down into the 0's all through winter nights. Put some time aside to spend at South Hadley Falls while you're here at Connecticut River.   Connecticut River, Holyoke road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: Length: 2 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 42.22129 Longitude: -72.6112 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 42.2047 Longitude: -72.5907 Paddler input for Connecticut River, Massachusetts: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Connecticut River, Massachusetts Local climate location: CHESTER 1 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. The Economy Inn, Holyoke 2 miles away ECONOMY INN LOCATED RIGHT CROSS FROM THE CONNECTICUT RIVER.RT-5.FREE WRIELESS INTERNET.... Country Inn And Suites By Carlson Holyoke, Holyoke 2 miles away Country Inn and Suites Holyoke is located close to the Connecticut River. Easily accessible from I-91. The hotel includes indoor pool and health facility. We are close to many of the main attractions... Super 8 Motel - Holyoke/Springfield Area, Holyoke 2 miles away * Fax and copying service available * Northampton Area 5 Miles * Amherst College 10 Miles * Basketball And Holyoke Volleyball Hall of Fame * University of Massachusetts * Smith And Mt Holy...   All Massachusetts Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Massachusetts. Books about whitewater paddling on Connecticut River, Massachusetts List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Connecticut River, Massachusetts. Find a whitewater outfitter in Massachusetts Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Springfield, Massachusetts Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Springfield, Massachusetts, the metro area neareast to Connecticut River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Connecticut River.   Whitewater Near Connecticut River: Little River, Hampden County , 17 miles away, Class III-IV - 3.2 miles long (Dam below Cobble Mountain Reservoir to Northwest Road) Farmington River, Hartford County , 17 miles away, Class II-III - 1.5 miles long (Route 18 to Highway 187) Westfield River, Hampden County , 18 miles away, Class I-II - 4 miles long (Huntington to Russell) Westfield River - North Branch, Hampshire/ Hampden County , 19 miles away, Class I-III - 5.2 miles long (Knightsville Dam to Huntington) Deerfield River, Franklin County , 19 miles away, Class I-II - 7 miles long (Wilcox Hollow to Stillwater Bridge) Millers River - Lower, Franklin County , 19 miles away, Class II-III - 6.5 miles long (Erving to Millers Falls) Westfield River - North Branch, Hampshire/Hampden County , 20 miles away, Class I-III - 9.2 miles long (Chesterfield Gorge to Knightsville Dam) Swift River, Benzie County , 21 miles away, Class IV-V - 1 miles long (Along Route 9 to North Branch Westfield River) Westfield River - North Branch, Hampshire / Hampden County , 22 miles away, Class I-III - 7.2 miles long (Cummington to Chesterfield Gorge) Westfield River - West Branch, Berkshire / Hampshire County , 23 miles away, Class II-III - 7.5 miles long (Chester to Huntington)   Ski Areas Near Connecticut River: Blandford, Massachusetts , 22 miles away, 465 vertical feet Berkshire East, Massachusetts , 28 miles away, 1180 vertical feet Ski Sundown, Connecticut , 29 miles away, 625 vertical feet Living Memorial Park, Vermont , 32 miles away, 204 vertical feet Otis Ridge, Massachusetts , 34 miles away, 400 vertical feet Pine Ridge, Massachusetts , 36 miles away, 200 vertical feet Powder Ridge, Connecticut , 38 miles away, 500 vertical feet Mount Southington, Connecticut , 39 miles away, 425 vertical feet Haystack, Vermont , 42 miles away, 1160 vertical feet Mount Snow, Vermont , 44 miles away, 1700 vertical feet   Hotels Near Connecticut River: The Economy Inn, Holyoke , 2 miles away Country Inn And Suites By Carlson Holyoke, Holyoke , 2 miles away Super 8 Motel - Holyoke/Springfield Area, Holyoke , 2 miles away Chicopee MA Days Inn, Chicopee , 3 miles away Holiday Inn Springfield-Holyoke, Ma, Holyoke , 3 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Connecticut River: Windy Acres Campground, Easthampton, 7 miles away Rainbow Motel, South Deerfield, 11 miles away White Birch Campgrounds, Whately, 12 miles away   Trails Near Connecticut River: Link Trail, Hampden County , 17 miles away Spring Trail, Hampden County , 17 miles away Richard Trail, Hampden County , 17 miles away County Road Trail, Hampden County , 18 miles away   National Parks Near Connecticut River: Quinebaug & Shetucket Rivers Valley National Heritage Corridor, Putnam - CT , 53 miles away   Golf Courses Near Connecticut River: Orchards Golf Course Superintendant, Holyoke , 2 miles away Chicopee Country Club, Chicopee , 6 miles away Pine Grove Golf Club, Florence , 6 miles away   Lakes Near Connecticut River