New Hampshire whitewater - Branch Brook, White Mountains, Grafton County Grafton county, Ellsworth to Branch Brook campground section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-V     3.3 miles   This stretch of Branch Brook in Grafton County is 3.3 miles long and it is classified as a class II-V section by American Whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in New Hampshire are harder than the national norm, so you'd better keep in mind that quite a few of the sections here are not easy. The Ellsworth to Branch Brook campground stretch is the only paddling stretch along Branch Brook. Whitewater paddling here in the White Mountains is a great experience. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions     for lots of people. 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 is a pretty short section so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Laconia, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The scenic beauty of Grafton County and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Briefly about the general area: Summertime highs at Branch Brook typically tend to be in the 70's. Once the sun is down it falls down to the   50's. High temperatures during the wintertime are normally in the 20's, and winter nights come with lows in the 0's to Branch Brook. Branch Brook gets a typical amount of yearly precipitation; the month of August is the wettest with most of the rain, and February is when it's the driest. Just can't get enough of the White Mountains. Near Branch Brook you hit upon the Peaked Hill Pond Trail which is a magnificent hiking trail, and going for a hike on the Knockers Hole Trail is always a delightful adventure. Branch Brook, Ellsworth to Branch Brook campground road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-V Length: 3.3 miles Average Gradient: 110 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 43.87892 Longitude: -71.70612 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 43.85041 Longitude: -71.65953 Paddler input for Branch Brook, New Hampshire: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Branch Brook, White Mountains, New Hampshire Local climate location: BENTON 11 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Days Inn Campton, Campton 3 miles away We are nestled in between New Hamphires White Mountains and Lakes Region, so whether you are here to Ski, Golf, Fall Foliage or Hike, chose the Days Inn as your affordable lodging stay in a resort are... Pilgrim Inn and Cottages, Plymouth 5 miles away WELCOME TO PILGRIM INN and COTTAGES New Hampshire located in the heart of the Lake Region Clean comfortable rooms and Friendly service Savor each of our Seasons and experience our warm hospitality T... Red Roof Inn & Suites Plymouth, Plymouth 5 miles away The Plymouth Red Roof Inn & Suites is conveniently located off I-93. It is just minutes from local attractions such as Tenny Mountain Ski Area and Plymouth State College. This location offers free W...   White Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the White Mountains. White Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the White Mountains. All New Hampshire Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in New Hampshire. Books about whitewater paddling on Branch Brook, New Hampshire List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Branch Brook, New Hampshire. Find a whitewater outfitter in New Hampshire Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Laconia, New Hampshire Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Laconia, New Hampshire, the metro area neareast to Branch Brook. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Branch Brook.   Whitewater Near Branch Brook: Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 2 miles away, Class I - 11.25 miles long (Woodstock to Campton) Mad River, Grafton County , 3 miles away, Class III - 1 miles long (Gorge) Glover Brook, Grafton County , 6 miles away, Class V - 1.9 miles long (Elbow Pond to Pemigewasset River) Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 7 miles away, Class II - 4.25 miles long (Woodstock) Beebe River, Grafton County , 8 miles away, Class II-IV - 5 miles long (Sandwich Notch to Campton Hollow) Smarts Brook, Grafton County , 8 miles away, Class V - 1.5 miles long (Thornton) Soucook River, Merrimack County , 9 miles away, Class I-II - 3.5 miles long (Close to Concord New Hampshire) Mad River, Grafton County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV - 7.8 miles long (Highway 49 Bridge to Campton) Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 9 miles away, Class II-IV - 4.25 miles long (Indian Head to East Branch confluence) Pemigewasset River - East Branch, Grafton County , 11 miles away, Class IV - 8.92 miles long (Franconia Falls to Woodstock Highway)   Ski Areas Near Branch Brook: Tenney Mountain, New Hampshire , 8 miles away, 1400 vertical feet Loon Mountain, New Hampshire , 10 miles away, 2100 vertical feet Waterville Valley, New Hampshire , 12 miles away, 2020 vertical feet Cannon Mountain, New Hampshire , 16 miles away, 2146 vertical feet Ragged Mountain, New Hampshire , 22 miles away, 1250 vertical feet Bretton Woods, New Hampshire , 25 miles away, 1500 vertical feet Gunstock, New Hampshire , 27 miles away, 1400 vertical feet Attitash Bear Peak, New Hampshire , 33 miles away, 1750 vertical feet Abenaki, New Hampshire , 34 miles away, 100 vertical feet Pats Peak, New Hampshire , 36 miles away, 710 vertical feet   Hotels Near Branch Brook: Shamrock Motel, Campton , 2 miles away Days Inn Campton, Campton , 3 miles away Crowes' In Campton Village, Campton , 3 miles away Green Valley Motor Court, Campton , 4 miles away Hummingbird, Campton , 4 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Branch Brook: Branch Brook Fourseason Campground, Campton, 4 miles away Woodstock KOA, Woodstock, 6 miles away Waterest Campground, Woodstock, 7 miles away   Trails Near Branch Brook: Peaked Hill Pond Trail, Grafton County , 2 miles away Knockers Hole Trail, Grafton County , 5 miles away Hubbard Brook Trail, Grafton County , 5 miles away Glover Brook Trail, Grafton County , 6 miles away Dickey Mountain Trail, Grafton County , 7 miles away   Golf Courses Near Branch Brook: Owl's Nest Golf Club, Campton , 1 miles away Highland Links Golf Club, Holderness , 5 miles away   Lakes Near Branch Brook