New Hampshire whitewater - Mohawk River, Green Mountains, Coos County

Coos county, Colebrook section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-III     8 miles
  This stretch of Mohawk River in New Hampshire is 8 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class II-III section. The starting location is a short drive from Berlin, as you can see on the road map further down. The scenic beauty of Coos County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, suitable for an afternoon trip. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. There
    aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The river winds through the Green Mountains and you get great scenery. There are no other stretches to paddle along
Mohawk River than the Colebrook stretch. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less manageable. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. A bit of exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions for lots of people.

Briefly about the general area:
All through the long summer days highs here at
 
Mohawk River get into the 70's. Throughout the dark hours of summer temperatures sink down into the 50's. All through the winter this place gets highs in the 20's, and nighttime lows throughout the wintertime for Mohawk River tend to be in the 0's. The yearly rainfall here at Mohawk River is about average; through August this area sees the most rain, and February is when it's the driest.

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

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-III
Length: 8 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.86754
Longitude: -71.33093

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.89928
Longitude: -71.50714

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Current weather conditions at Mohawk River, Green Mountains, New Hampshire
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Local climate location: COLEBROOK 19 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Coos Motor Inn, Lancaster
22 miles away
Coos Motor Inn, one of the newest facilities is situated right in the heart of the Great North Woods and the elegant White Mountains. Interior corridor with ELEVATOR. Well secured rooms with electroni...

Lancaster Motor Inn, Lancaster
22 miles away
The Lancaster Motor Inn is located in the center of Downtown Lancaster, in the Heart of the Great North Woods and the White Mountains. We offer convenient, clean, comfortable and affordable lodging wi...

Cabot Motor Inn, Lancaster
22 miles away
A Four Season Vacation Retreat, Indoor Heated Pool, Hot Tub, His & Hers Dry Saunas, Complete Health Club(over 45 individual machines)Cabot Motor Inn is located in the heart of the majestic White Mount...



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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 Mohawk River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Mohawk River.
 Whitewater Near Mohawk River:
Androscoggin River, Coos County , 18 miles away, Class I-II - 17 miles long (Bragg's Bay to Pontook)
Androscoggin River, Coos County , 18 miles away, Class II - 2.4 miles long (Pontook)
Upper Ammonoosuc River - West Branch, Carroll County , 19 miles away, Class IV - 2 miles long (Above York Pond Road)
Androscoggin River, Coos County , 20 miles away, Class II - 0.5 miles long (Errol Rapids)
Israel River, Coos County , 22 miles away, Class II - 4.7 miles long (Riverton to Lancaster)
Nulhegan River, Essex County , 23 miles away, Class III-IV - 13 miles long (East Brighton Bridge to Connecticut River)
Diamond River, Coos County , 23 miles away, Class III-IV - 5 miles long (Swift Diamond to Wentworth Location)
Magalloway River, Oxford County , 28 miles away, Class III-V - 2 miles long (Aziscohos Dam to Wilsons Mills)
 Ski Areas Near Mohawk River:
Balsams Wilderness, New Hampshire , 7 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
Bretton Woods, New Hampshire , 31 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Wildcat Mountain, New Hampshire , 33 miles away, 2112 vertical feet
Burke Mountain, Vermont , 36 miles away, 2011 vertical feet
Black Mountain, New Hampshire , 39 miles away, 1100 vertical feet
Cannon Mountain, New Hampshire , 40 miles away, 2180 vertical feet
Attitash Bear Peak, New Hampshire , 41 miles away, 1750 vertical feet
Lyndon Outing Club, Vermont , 42 miles away, 433 vertical feet
Loon Mountain, New Hampshire , 43 miles away, 2100 vertical feet
Sunday River, Maine , 44 miles away, 2340 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Mohawk River:
Coos Motor Inn, Lancaster , 22 miles away
Lancaster Motor Inn, Lancaster , 22 miles away
Cabot Motor Inn, Lancaster , 22 miles away
Budget Inn Berlin Nr White MT, Berlin , 26 miles away
The Spalding Inn, Whitefield , 26 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Mohawk River:
Notch View, Colebrook, 5 miles away
Mohawk Valley Camping Area, Colebrook, 6 miles away
Hidden Acres Campground, Pittsburg, 7 miles away
 Trails Near Mohawk River:
Mount Cabot Trail, Coos County , 19 miles away
Moose Trail, Essex County , 20 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Mohawk River:
Colebrook Country Club Motel, Colebrook , 6 miles away

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