New Hampshire whitewater - Ashuelot River, Cheshire County

Cheshire county, Marlow to Gilsum Gorge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-IV     5.3 miles
  The Marlow to Gilsum Gorge section of Ashuelot River is 5.3 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III-IV section. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Keene, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so better not forget that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. The campgrounds here at Ashuelot River are pretty good. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you
    make reservations in advance you're all set. A bit of exercise and spending some quality time in nature are great reasons to come. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this is an area with plenty of spots for that. The beautiful scenery of
Cheshire County and the cool fresh water attract people from near and far. This is not the only paddling section in this river system, there are others too. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, suitable for an afternoon trip.

Briefly about the general area:
During the summertime months at Ashuelot River temperatures are ordinarily in the 80's. Summer overnight lows descend down to the 50's. Through the wintertime this place gets highs in the 20's, and winter nights come with lows in the 0's to Ashuelot River.
Ashuelot River gets a common amount of yearly rainfall; most of the rain falls during August; the driest month is February.
 

Ashuelot River, Marlow to Gilsum Gorge road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-IV
Length: 5.3 miles
Average Gradient: 64 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.07943
Longitude: -72.21048

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.04137
Longitude: -72.28123

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Current weather conditions at Ashuelot River, New Hampshire
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Local climate location: BELLOWS FALLS 1 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

E.F. Lane Hotel, Keene
7 miles away
The E.F. Lane Hotel is New Hampshire's newest luxury hotel located in the heart of Cheshire County and the Monadnock Region. World class lodging is laced with the warmth and time worn aura of the ori...

Holiday Inn Express Keene, Nh, Keene
8 miles away
Welcome to the Holiday Inn Express in Keene, NH. There are many reasons why the Holiday Inn Express Keene, NH is the only place business travelers and vacationers choose to stay in Keene, NH. Area bu...

Best Western Sovereign Hotel, Keene
8 miles away
***We are upgrading our rooms with new carpets, bathrooms, artwork and lighting. Renovation will be completed by middle of April 2008. 60% of the rooms are already done as of today*** A great New Ha...



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Outdoors Recreation Near Keene, New Hampshire
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Keene, New Hampshire, the metro area neareast to Ashuelot River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Ashuelot River.
 Whitewater Near Ashuelot River:
Ashuelot River, Cheshire County , 4 miles away, Class II - 4 miles long (Gilsum Gorge to Shaws Corner)
Otter Brook, Cheshire County , 5 miles away, Class III-IV - 3.2 miles long (East Sullivan to Otterbrook Park)
Otter Brook, Chesire County , 7 miles away, Class II - 3.1 miles long (Roxbury to Keene)
Cold River, Sullivan County , 8 miles away, Class II - 5.5 miles long (South Acworth to Vilas Pool)
Minnewawa River, Cheshire County , 8 miles away, Class II-IV - 4.5 miles long (Marlborough recycling center to Otter Brook)
Cold River, Cheshire/Sullivan County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV - 0.7 miles long (Vilas Pool to Alstead)
Cold River, Cheshire County , 10 miles away, Class II - 2 miles long (Alstead to Drewsville)
Ashuelot River - South Branch, Cheshire County , 11 miles away, Class III-IV - 2.3 miles long (Troy to Webb)
Contoocook River - North Branch, Hillsborough County , 16 miles away, Class V - 6 miles long (Route 9 and 123 to Hillsboro Fire Station)
Sugar River, Sullivan County , 16 miles away, Class II-III - 2.8 miles long (North Newport to Route 103)
 Ski Areas Near Ashuelot River:
Mount Sunapee, New Hampshire , 18 miles away, 1510 vertical feet
Ascutney, Vermont , 25 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
Crotched Mountain, New Hampshire , 26 miles away, 875 vertical feet
Living Memorial Park, Vermont , 26 miles away, 204 vertical feet
Whaleback, New Hampshire , 28 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Pats Peak, New Hampshire , 31 miles away, 710 vertical feet
Pine Ridge, Massachusetts , 35 miles away, 200 vertical feet
Ragged Mountain, New Hampshire , 35 miles away, 1250 vertical feet
Suicide Six, Vermont , 37 miles away, 650 vertical feet
Magic Mountain, Vermont , 37 miles away, 1700 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Ashuelot River:
E.F. Lane Hotel, Keene , 7 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Keene, Nh, Keene , 8 miles away
Best Western Sovereign Hotel, Keene , 8 miles away
Keene Super 8 Motel, Keene , 8 miles away
Everyday Inn, Bellows Falls , 14 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Ashuelot River:
Hilltop Camp, Sullivan, 3 miles away
Surry Mountain Camp Ground, Keene, 6 miles away
Idle Times Campground, Washington, 11 miles away
 Trails Near Ashuelot River:
Marlboro Trail, Cheshire County , 13 miles away
Farmers Trail, Cheshire County , 13 miles away
White Arrow Trail, Cheshire County , 14 miles away
Pumpelly Trail, Cheshire County , 14 miles away
Red Cross Trail, Cheshire County , 14 miles away
 National Parks Near Ashuelot River:
Quinebaug & Shetucket Rivers Valley National Heritage Corridor, Putnam - CT , 64 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Ashuelot River:
Bretwood Golf Course, Keene , 6 miles away
 Lakes Near Ashuelot River

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