New Hampshire whitewater - Ammonoosuc River, Coos County

Coos county, Littleton to Lisbon section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     8 miles
  The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in New Hampshire are often more challenging than in other states, so don't forget that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. This section of Ammonoosuc River in Coos County is 8 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-II section. This stretch has has enough mileage, suitable for an afternoon trip. The wonderful New Hampshire scenery and the cool fresh water beats anything. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around
    here you'll find a large number of good rivers. If you're coming from Berlin it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. 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. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Littleton to Lisbon section is just one of many.

Briefly about the general area:
What would a spot like Ammonoosuc River be without attention-grabbing nearby traits like Slate Ledge. The annual precipitation here at Ammonoosuc River is about average; the wettest month of the year is regularly August, that's the one that rains the most, and the driest month is February.
The warmest time
 
of the year brings highs in the 80's to Ammonoosuc River, and the nighttime is quite cooler of course, ordinarily in the 50's. Throughout the winter highs are regularly in the 20's, and nighttime lows in the 0's for Ammonoosuc River.

Ammonoosuc River, Littleton to Lisbon road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 8 miles
Average Gradient: 19 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.30758
Longitude: -71.78343

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.23796
Longitude: -71.88006

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Current weather conditions at Ammonoosuc River, New Hampshire
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Local climate location: MONROE 12 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Hampton Inn Littleton, Littleton
3 miles away
The Hampton Inn Littleton offers four seasons of fun and adventure in the heart of the New Hampshire White Mountains. From the moment you arrive our professional friendly staff is on hand to meet you...

Ammonoosuc Inn, Lisbon
4 miles away
Ammonoosuc Inn circa. 1888. is a Picturesque New England Country Inn and Restaurant in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. The Inn features nine individually decorated guest rooms and Whirlpool Sui...

Sunset Hill House, Franconia
4 miles away
Luxury Inn with 28 rooms on an 1800 ridge between the White and Green mountains. Every room has a mountain view- some offer jacuzzis, fireplaces, decks, or suites. 3 course breakfast and homemade afte...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Berlin, New Hampshire-Vermont, the metro area neareast to Ammonoosuc River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Ammonoosuc River.
 Whitewater Near Ammonoosuc River:
Gale River, Grafton County , 2 miles away, Class II-IV - 3 miles long (Franconia to Ammonoosuc)
Wild Ammonoosuc River, Grafton County , 9 miles away, Class II-III - 10 miles long (Wildwood to Covered Bridge)
Wild Ammonoosuc River, Grafton County , 11 miles away, Class III - 2 miles long (Covered Bridge to Route 302)
Cascade Brook, Grafton County , 12 miles away, Class V - 0.9 miles long (Lincoln)
Ammonoosuc River, Coos County , 13 miles away, Class II-IV - 7.3 miles long (Pierce bridge to New Hampshire 116)
Moose River, Caledonia / Essex County , 13 miles away, Class I-IV - 18 miles long (Victory Bog to Passumpsic River)
Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 13 miles away, Class V - 2.9 miles long (Profile Lake through Franconia Notch)
Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 15 miles away, Class II-IV - 4.25 miles long (Indian Head to East Branch confluence)
Ammonoosuc River, Grafton County , 15 miles away, Class II-III - 2.9 miles long (Twin Mountain to Pierce bridge)
Baker River, Grafton County , 16 miles away, Class V - 3.8 miles long (Warren)
 Ski Areas Near Ammonoosuc River:
Cannon Mountain, New Hampshire , 10 miles away, 2180 vertical feet
Lyndon Outing Club, Vermont , 16 miles away, 433 vertical feet
Burke Mountain, Vermont , 16 miles away, 2011 vertical feet
Loon Mountain, New Hampshire , 17 miles away, 2100 vertical feet
Bretton Woods, New Hampshire , 26 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Waterville Valley, New Hampshire , 26 miles away, 2020 vertical feet
Tenney Mountain, New Hampshire , 26 miles away, 1400 vertical feet
Ragged Mountain, New Hampshire , 39 miles away, 1250 vertical feet
Wildcat Mountain, New Hampshire , 41 miles away, 2112 vertical feet
Whaleback, New Hampshire , 41 miles away, 700 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Ammonoosuc River:
Hampton Inn Littleton, Littleton , 3 miles away
Ammonoosuc Inn, Lisbon , 4 miles away
Sunset Hill House, Franconia , 4 miles away
Best Western White Mountain Resort, Franconia , 6 miles away
Hillwinds Lodge, Franconia , 7 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Ammonoosuc River:
Littleton-lisbon Koa Kampground, Lisbon, 1 miles away
Littton/Lisbon KOA, Lisbon, 2 miles away
Crazy Horse Campground, Littleton, 3 miles away
 Trails Near Ammonoosuc River:
Jericho Road Trail, Grafton County , 6 miles away
Cobble Hill Trail, Grafton County , 8 miles away
Mount Kinsman Trail, Grafton County , 8 miles away
Beech Hill Trail, Grafton County , 9 miles away
Reel Brook Trail, Grafton County , 9 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Ammonoosuc River:
Sunset Hill Golf Course, Lisbon , 4 miles away
Lisbon Village Country Club, Lisbon , 4 miles away
 Lakes Near Ammonoosuc River

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