New Hampshire whitewater - Ossipee River, Carroll County

Carroll county, Lake Ossipee to Kezar Falls Maine section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS I-II     10 miles
  The Lake Ossipee to Kezar Falls Maine stretch of Ossipee River is 10 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class I-II section. The natural beauty of Carroll County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream make the trip here worthwhile. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in New Hampshire is often more difficult than elsewhere, so don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling spots. You might have to
    settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. If you hurry you can run this stretch in a day
but why not make it an overnighter, so why not pack your camping stuff too. The campgrounds here at Ossipee River are pretty good.

Briefly about the general area:
Ossipee River is a rather wet place mostly with much rain; November is when you get the most rain here while September is ordinarily the driest month. For the period of the warm months, highs generally are in the 80's at Ossipee River. Through the moonlight hours it's generally in the 50's. Highs through the winter are usually in the 20's, and nighttime lows during the wintertime for Ossipee River tend to be in the 0's.
 

Ossipee River, Lake Ossipee to Kezar Falls Maine road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: I-II
Length: 10 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.79428
Longitude: -71.06018

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.80644
Longitude: -70.88902

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Current weather conditions at Ossipee River, New Hampshire
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Local climate location: NORTH CONWAY 13 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Oxford House Inn, Fryeburg
11 miles away
The Oxford House Inn is located in the center of the village of Fryeburg, Maine. It was built in 1913, as a stately home for Charles & Blanche Fox. They had this building designed by the famous Maine ...

Merrill Farm Resort, North Conway
13 miles away
The Merrill Farm Resort is a wonderful New England inn nestled among beautiful trees and lovely landscaping on seven acres. Its rustic and warm- as well as tranquil country charm will make you feel at...

White Mountain Hotel and Resort, North Conway
14 miles away
A full service resort hotel in a magnificent mountain setting just minutes from North Conway Village. Our 80 deluxe guest rooms and suites have all the luxury guest amenities you expect and deserve - ...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Ossipee River.
 Whitewater Near Ossipee River:
Ossipee River, Oxford York County , 6 miles away, Class I-II - 12.5 miles long (North Highway border to Saco River)
Little Ossipee River, York County , 14 miles away, Class -blank- - 28 miles long (Balch Pond to Saco River)
Lovell River, Carroll County , 16 miles away, Class IV-V - 6 miles long (Pine Hill Road and Route 25)
Swift River, Carroll County , 19 miles away, Class IV(V) - 5.35 miles long (Lower Falls to Darby Field sign)
Saco River - East Branch, Carroll County , 19 miles away, Class IV - 2.1 miles long (Route 302 at Lower Bartlett)
Little River, York County , 21 miles away, Class I-II - 4 miles long (US202 to Lord Road)
Wonalancet, Carroll County , 22 miles away, Class III - 4.25 miles long (Route 113A to Tamworth)
Saco River, Cumberland County , 22 miles away, Class I-II+(V+) - 0.3 miles long (Steep Falls)
Cold Brook, Carrol County , 22 miles away, Class V - 1.4 miles long (Route 25 to Bearcamp River)
Bearcamp River, Carroll County , 22 miles away, Class II-IV - 3.5 miles long (Bennett Corner to Whittier)
 Ski Areas Near Ossipee River:
King Pine, New Hampshire , 9 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Cranmore Mountain, New Hampshire , 16 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
Shawnee Peak, Maine , 17 miles away, 1300 vertical feet
Abenaki, New Hampshire , 20 miles away, 100 vertical feet
Black Mountain, New Hampshire , 23 miles away, 1100 vertical feet
Attitash Bear Peak, New Hampshire , 23 miles away, 1750 vertical feet
Wildcat, New Hampshire , 29 miles away, 2112 vertical feet
Gunstock, New Hampshire , 30 miles away, 1400 vertical feet
Mount Abram, Maine , 34 miles away, 1150 vertical feet
Sunday River, Maine , 34 miles away, 2340 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Ossipee River:
Oxford House Inn, Fryeburg , 11 miles away
Merrill Farm Resort, North Conway , 13 miles away
White Mountain Hotel and Resort, North Conway , 14 miles away
North Conway Grand Hotel, North Conway , 15 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites North Conway, Nh, North Conway , 15 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Ossipee River:
Windsong Campgrounds, Parsonsfield, 6 miles away
Bally-Hoo Campground, Carroll County, 6 miles away
Beachwood Shores Campground, East Wakefield, 6 miles away
 Trails Near Ossipee River:
Weeks Brook Trail, Carroll County , 15 miles away
Province Brook Trail, Carroll County , 16 miles away
Shingle Pond Trail, Carroll County , 16 miles away
Kearsarge Trail, Carroll County , 16 miles away
Mount Pequawket Trail, Carroll County , 17 miles away

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