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

Grafton county, Warren section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS V     3.8 miles
  The Warren stretch of Baker River in Grafton County is 3.8 miles long and has been rated as a class V section by American Whitewater. The nature scenery of New Hampshire and the playfulness of the water beats anything. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. The river winds through the White Mountains and you get great scenery. This stretch is short so better bring some good walking shoes. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. The Warren stretch
    is one of a few paddling stretches in this river system. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here
in New Hampshire are often more challenging than in other states, so don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners.

Briefly about the general area:
Now, you may imagine that's a heap but there's even more amusing stuff to do here in the White Mountains. For the duration of the summer highs here at Baker River get into the 80's. Once the sun is down it sinks down to the 50's. For the duration of the winter this place gets highs in the 20's with winter lows in the 0's overnight here at Baker River.
Hiking is a popular
 
thing to do around Baker River; Three Ponds Trail is a glorious local trail, and why not take a refreshing hike along the Hurricane Trail. Baker River is a good place of common rain; of all the months in a year August is the one with the most rain while February is ordinarily the driest month.

Baker River, Warren road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: V
Length: 3.8 miles
Average Gradient: 180 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.9636
Longitude: -71.82541

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.93899
Longitude: -71.87491

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Current weather conditions at Baker River, White Mountains, New Hampshire
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Local climate location: MONROE 15 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites, Lincoln
13 miles away
This is a family economy inn located in the heart of the White Mountains. The beautiful vistas, family activities, train rides, dinner trains, golf, fishing, skiing, etc. offer something for everyone....

Comfort Inn & Suites, Lincoln
13 miles away
Located in the White Mountains. Near Franconia Notch, Loon Mountain and Golf. Attractive rooms and suites. Indoor pool and whirlpool. Picture perfect vistas from Kancamagus Highway. Pet accommodation:...

Rodeway Inn Lincoln, Lincoln
13 miles away
Our Rodeway Inn is located in the town of Lincoln, New Hampshire. the heart of the White Mountains. Nestled in the most beautiful valley in all of New England, we are conveniently situated, just sout...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Baker River.
 Whitewater Near Baker River:
Baker River, Grafton County , 4 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Route 118 to Wentworth)
Pond Brook River, Grafton County , 7 miles away, Class IV-V - 3 miles long (Baker Pond to Wentworth)
Wild Ammonoosuc River, Grafton County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 10 miles long (Wildwood to Covered Bridge)
Halls Brook, -blank- County , 8 miles away, Class V - 2.6 miles long (Halls Brook Road to Highway 25)
Baker River - South Branch, Grafton County , 9 miles away, Class V - 3 miles long (Dorchester)
Glover Brook, Grafton County , 10 miles away, Class V - 1.9 miles long (Elbow Pond to Pemigewasset River)
Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 12 miles away, Class II - 4.25 miles long (Woodstock)
Wild Ammonoosuc River, Grafton County , 12 miles away, Class III - 2 miles long (Covered Bridge to Route 302)
Branch Brook, Grafton County , 12 miles away, Class II-V - 3.3 miles long (Ellsworth to Branch Brook campground)
Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 13 miles away, Class I - 11.25 miles long (Woodstock to Campton)
 Ski Areas Near Baker River:
Tenney Mountain, New Hampshire , 12 miles away, 1400 vertical feet
Cannon Mountain, New Hampshire , 15 miles away, 2180 vertical feet
Loon Mountain, New Hampshire , 16 miles away, 2100 vertical feet
Waterville Valley, New Hampshire , 22 miles away, 2020 vertical feet
Ragged Mountain, New Hampshire , 23 miles away, 1250 vertical feet
Whaleback, New Hampshire , 29 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Lyndon Outing Club, Vermont , 29 miles away, 433 vertical feet
Bretton Woods, New Hampshire , 31 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Burke Mountain, Vermont , 32 miles away, 2011 vertical feet
Mount Sunapee, New Hampshire , 35 miles away, 1510 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Baker River:
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites, Lincoln , 13 miles away
Comfort Inn & Suites, Lincoln , 13 miles away
Rodeway Inn Lincoln, Lincoln , 13 miles away
InnSeason Resorts South Mountain, Lincoln , 13 miles away
Woodwards Resort, Lincoln , 13 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Baker River:
Scenic View Campground, Warren, 3 miles away
Moose Hillock Campground, Warren, 3 miles away
Swain Brook Campground, Wentworth, 5 miles away
 Trails Near Baker River:
Three Ponds Trail, Grafton County , 1 miles away
Hurricane Trail, Grafton County , 3 miles away
Three Ponds Trail, Grafton County , 3 miles away
Snapper Ski Trail, Grafton County , 3 miles away
Glencliff Trail, Grafton County , 3 miles away
 Lakes Near Baker River

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