New Hampshire whitewater - Ammonoosuc River, White Mountains, Grafton County

Grafton county, Bretton Woods to Twin Mountain section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-III     7 miles
  The put-in is not too far from Berlin, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. This stretch of Ammonoosuc River in New Hampshire is 7 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class II-III section. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling rivers. If you'll be staying in a hotel you're in luck, lodging is available very near the river, but if you don’t have reservations you might end up sleeping in your car. This stretch is mid length, you can easily run
    it on an afternoon. There are so many stretches to paddle in this river system, the Bretton Woods to Twin Mountain stretch is just one of many. The wild scenery of the White Mountains is great. The campgrounds here at Ammonoosuc River are pretty good. The rivers for whitewater
rafting and kayaking in this state are often tougher than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many of the rivers here are not very forgiving. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. The natural beauty of New Hampshire and the cool fresh water will make you feel great.

Briefly about the general area:
During the long summer days at Ammonoosuc River temperatures are frequently in the 70's; all through summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. The cold days of the wintertime
 
come with highs in the 20's while the cold winter nights at Ammonoosuc River are in the 0's. Ammonoosuc River is a good site of normal precipitation; most of the rain falls during August; the driest of the months is February.
If you like skiing, you're in luck; Bretton Woods is near Ammonoosuc River, and why not take a refreshing hike along the Mount Rosebrook Trail. You simply must fancy the White Mountains. Lower Falls is an inspiring place to take a look at while you're here; hiking is a popular thing to do around Ammonoosuc River; Hale Brook Trail is a perfect local trail. This river is so wonderful.

Ammonoosuc River, Bretton Woods to Twin Mountain road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-III
Length: 7 miles
Average Gradient: 30 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.2545
Longitude: -71.4377

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.27009
Longitude: -71.54081

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Current weather conditions at Ammonoosuc River, White Mountains, New Hampshire
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Local climate location: BETHLEHEM 7 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Ammonoosuc River.
 Whitewater Near Ammonoosuc River:
Pemigewasset River - North Fork, Grafton County , 7 miles away, Class IV-V - 12.4 miles long (Lincoln)
Ammonoosuc River, Grafton County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 2.9 miles long (Twin Mountain to Pierce bridge)
Dry River, Coos County , 10 miles away, Class V - 1.5 miles long (Dry River Trail to Dry River Campground)
Israel River, Coos County , 11 miles away, Class II - 4.7 miles long (Riverton to Lancaster)
Ammonoosuc River, Coos County , 11 miles away, Class II-IV - 7.3 miles long (Pierce bridge to New Hampshire 116)
Sawyer River, Carroll County , 12 miles away, Class V - 3.5 miles long (Livermore)
Swift River, Carroll/ Grafton County , 12 miles away, Class I-III - 4 miles long (Bear Notch Road to Rocky Gorge)
Pemigewasset River - Hancock Br., Grafton County , 12 miles away, Class V - 6.2 miles long (Lincoln)
Pemigewasset River - East Branch, Grafton County , 14 miles away, Class IV - 8.92 miles long (Franconia Falls to Woodstock Highway)
Saco River, Carroll County , 14 miles away, Class III-IV - 6.2 miles long (Crawford Notch to Bartlett)
 Ski Areas Near Ammonoosuc River:
Bretton Woods, New Hampshire , 2 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Loon Mountain, New Hampshire , 14 miles away, 2100 vertical feet
Waterville Valley, New Hampshire , 15 miles away, 2020 vertical feet
Cannon Mountain, New Hampshire , 15 miles away, 2146 vertical feet
Wildcat, New Hampshire , 17 miles away, 2112 vertical feet
Attitash Bear Peak, New Hampshire , 20 miles away, 1750 vertical feet
Black Mountain, New Hampshire , 23 miles away, 1100 vertical feet
Cranmore Mountain, New Hampshire , 28 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
Balsams Wilderness, New Hampshire , 32 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Tenney Mountain, New Hampshire , 32 miles away, 1400 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Ammonoosuc River:
Mount Washington Hotel, Bretton Woods , 3 miles away
The Mount Washington Hotel & Resort, Bretton Woods , 3 miles away
The Lodge At Bretton Woods, Bretton Woods , 6 miles away
Townhomes At Bretton Woods, Bretton Woods , 6 miles away
The Spalding Inn, Whitefield , 9 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Ammonoosuc River:
Tarry-ho-cottages, Twin Mountain, 2 miles away
Ammonoosuc Campgrounds, Twin Mountain, 4 miles away
Beech Hill Campground, Twin Mountain, 4 miles away
 Trails Near Ammonoosuc River:
Hale Brook Trail, Grafton County , 2 miles away
Mount Rosebrook Trail, Grafton County , 2 miles away
Zealand Valley Trail, Grafton County , 2 miles away
Baby Twin Trail, Grafton County , 2 miles away
Zealand Trail, Grafton County , 3 miles away
 Lakes Near Ammonoosuc River

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