Massachusetts whitewater - Dunbar Brook, Franklin / Berkshire County Franklin / Berkshire county, South Road to Deerfield River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS V     2.7 miles   The natural beauty of Franklin / Berkshire County and the playfulness of the water attract people from near and far. The starting point is not too far from Bennington, as you can see on the road map further down. The South Road to Deerfield River stretch of Dunbar Brook is 2.7 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class V section of whitewater. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby.     There are no other sections to paddle along Dunbar Brook than the South Road to Deerfield River section. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling spots. This is a pretty short section so better bring some good walking shoes. Getting some good exercise and just hanging out with mother nature have a lot of people coming here. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Massachusetts are easier than the national norm, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the sections here are safe for beginners. Briefly about the general area: High temperatures at Dunbar Brook throughout the months of summer are in the 70's, and the night is rather cooler of course, frequently in the 50's. High temperatures during the winter are normally in the 20's, and after the sun is down throughout the   winter temperatures at Dunbar Brook dip into the 10's. Good hiking is available along the Dunbar Brook Trail. An average amount of rain falls at Dunbar Brook; all through August this area sees the most rain, and February on the other hand is the driest. Dunbar Brook, South Road to Deerfield River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: V Length: 2.7 miles Average Gradient: 300 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 42.71979 Longitude: -72.99276 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 42.7041 Longitude: -72.95481 Paddler input for Dunbar Brook, Massachusetts: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Dunbar Brook, Massachusetts Local climate location: GRAFTON 24 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Holiday Inn Berkshires, Ma, North Adams 10 miles away The Holiday Inn Hotel Berkshires in Western Massachusetts has beautifully appointed guest rooms nestled in the heart of the Berkshires, the ideal choice to explore all the Berkshire museums, theatres,... The Porches Inn at MASS MoCA, North Adams 10 miles away The Porches Inn at MASS MoCA offers 47 rooms & suites in six Victorian-era row houses renovated in a retro-chic style. Located in the Berkshires, Porches is at the center of the area’s finest cultural... Mt Snow Grand Summit Resort, West Dover 14 miles away Full service resort hotel with 198 rooms & suites situated slope side on Mount Snow. On-site restaurant, pub, convenience store, retail outlet ,full service spa and health club. Bell/valet service. ...   All Massachusetts Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Massachusetts. Books about whitewater paddling on Dunbar Brook, Massachusetts List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Dunbar Brook, 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 Bennington, Vermont Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Bennington, Vermont, the metro area neareast to Dunbar Brook. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Dunbar Brook.   Whitewater Near Dunbar Brook: Deerfield River, Franklin County , 1 miles away, Class III-IV - 3 miles long (Monroe Bridge to Bear Swamp) Deerfield River, Franklin County , 3 miles away, Class II-III - 9.5 miles long (Bear Swamp to Route 2) Deerfield River - West Branch, Bennington County , 4 miles away, Class V - 3.5 miles long (Heartwellville to Readsboro Village) Pelham Brook, Franklin County , 4 miles away, Class V - 3.25 miles long (Rowe Center to Deerfield River) Cold River, Franklin County , 4 miles away, Class II-IV - 4.25 miles long (Route 2 hairpin turn to Deerfield River) Chickley River, Franklin County , 6 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Route 8A to Deerfield River) Deerfield River, Windham County , 9 miles away, Class III - 4.5 miles long (Searsburg Dam to Harriman Reservoir) Deerfield River - East Branch, -blank- County , 12 miles away, Class I-II - 6 miles long (Somerset Reservoir to Searsburg Reservoir) Westfield River - North Branch, Hampshire/Hampden County , 13 miles away, Class I-III - 6.2 miles long (West Cummington to Cummington) Swift River, Benzie County , 16 miles away, Class IV-V - 1 miles long (Along Route 9 to North Branch Westfield River)   Ski Areas Near Dunbar Brook: Berkshire East, Massachusetts , 8 miles away, 1180 vertical feet Haystack, Vermont , 12 miles away, 1160 vertical feet Mount Snow, Vermont , 14 miles away, 1700 vertical feet Mount Greylock Ski Club, Massachusetts , 17 miles away, 300 vertical feet Stratton, Vermont , 21 miles away, 2003 vertical feet Jiminy Peak, Massachusetts , 23 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Snow Valley, Vermont , 25 miles away, 700 vertical feet Bromley, Vermont , 26 miles away, 1334 vertical feet Bousquet, Massachusetts , 26 miles away, 750 vertical feet Blandford, Massachusetts , 27 miles away, 465 vertical feet   Hotels Near Dunbar Brook: Holiday Inn Berkshires, Ma, North Adams , 10 miles away The Porches Inn at MASS MoCA, North Adams , 10 miles away Mt Snow Grand Summit Resort, West Dover , 14 miles away Howard Johnson Williamstown, Williamstown , 15 miles away Orchards Hotel, Williamstown , 15 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Dunbar Brook: Shady Pines Campground, Savoy, 8 miles away Country Aire Campgrounds, Charlemont, 8 miles away Clarksburg State Park, North Adams, 9 miles away   Trails Near Dunbar Brook: Dunbar Brook Trail, Franklin County , 1 miles away Busby Trail, Berkshire County , 6 miles away Kelly Camp Trail, Bennington County , 8 miles away Old Stage Trail, Bennington County , 10 miles away Deerfield Ridge Trail, Windham County , 11 miles away   Golf Courses Near Dunbar Brook: Stamford Valley Golf Course, Stamford , 7 miles away   Lakes Near Dunbar Brook