Massachusetts whitewater - Quaboag River, Worcester/Hampden County

Worcester/Hampden county, Warren to Route 67 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 



CLASS II-IV     5.5 miles
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Massachusetts are easier than the national norm, so if you're not from around here don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are suitable for beginners. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Willimantic, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. This section of Quaboag River is 5.5 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-IV section. This is a pretty decent length section, it's perfect for a one day trip. The Warren to Route 67 stretch is the only
    paddling stretch along Quaboag River. Getting your paddling muscles activated and spending some quality time in nature will have you coming back for more. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, in this general area you won't find many other paddling
spots. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. Lodging is available near the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The natural beauty of Massachusetts and the cool fresh water make the trip here worthwhile.

Briefly about the general area:
Quaboag River gets a great deal of water; the wettest month of the year is frequently May, that's the one that rains the most; February is the month with the least moisture.
At Quaboag River all through the warmest time of the year highs are in the
 
80's, and the nighttime is slightly cooler of course, mostly in the 50's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 30's, and night lows in the 10's for Quaboag River.

Quaboag River, Warren to Route 67 road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-IV
Length: 5.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 42.21694
Longitude: -72.18889

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 42.19527
Longitude: -72.265

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Current weather conditions at Quaboag River, Massachusetts
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Local climate location: AMHERST 6 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Quaboag River.
 Whitewater Near Quaboag River:
Millers River, Worcester County , 21 miles away, Class II-III - 7 miles long (South Royalston to Athol)
Natchaug River, Tolland/ Windham County , 23 miles away, Class II-IV - 0.9 miles long (England Road to Route 198)
Connecticut River, Hampden County , 26 miles away, Class -blank- - 2 miles long (Holyoke)
 Ski Areas Near Quaboag River:
Pine Ridge, Massachusetts , 13 miles away, 200 vertical feet
Wachusett Mountain, Massachusetts , 28 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Living Memorial Park, Vermont , 41 miles away, 204 vertical feet
Blandford, Massachusetts , 47 miles away, 465 vertical feet
Crotched Mountain, New Hampshire , 48 miles away, 875 vertical feet
Berkshire East, Massachusetts , 50 miles away, 1180 vertical feet
Powder Ridge, Connecticut , 50 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Ski Sundown, Connecticut , 52 miles away, 625 vertical feet
Pats Peak, New Hampshire , 57 miles away, 710 vertical feet
Mount Southington, Connecticut , 58 miles away, 425 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Quaboag River:
Antique 1880 Bed & Breakfast, Ware , 3 miles away
Copper Lantern Motor Lodge, West Brookfield , 5 miles away
Windsor Hotel, Gilbertville , 6 miles away
Secret Garden Guest House, West Brookfield , 6 miles away
Wedgewood Motel, Palmer , 6 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Quaboag River:
High View Campgrounds, West Brookfield, 5 miles away
Old Saw Mill Camp Ground, West Brookfield, 6 miles away
The Old Sawmill Campground, West Brookfield, 6 miles away
 National Parks Near Quaboag River:
Quinebaug & Shetucket Rivers Valley National Heritage Corridor, Putnam - CT , 29 miles away
Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor, Woonsocket - RI , 51 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Quaboag River:
Scottish Meadow Golf Club, Warren , 3 miles away
Valhalla at Quaboag Country Club, Monson , 7 miles away
 Lakes Near Quaboag River

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