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

Grafton county, Profile Lake through Franconia Notch section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS V     2.9 miles
  If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside New Hampshire you might find the rivers here a bit more challenging, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that quite a few of the sections here are not easy. If you're coming from Berlin it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. This section of Pemigewasset River is 2.9 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class V section of whitewater. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater
    rafting or kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling places. No need to look hard for hotels, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. The scenic beauty of Grafton County and the beautiful way the water current moves down
the stream have people coming here. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. This is a bit of a short stretch so you'll have to walk back to the start over and over. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Profile Lake through Franconia Notch section is just one of many. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature have people coming from far and near. The wild scenery of the White Mountains is great.

Briefly about the general area:
Near Pemigewasset River you stumble on the Mount
 
Pemigewasset Trail which is a tremendous hiking trail, and what would a site like Pemigewasset River be without exciting nearby features like Indian Head. From a rain point of view Pemigewasset River is a pretty typical place; the month with most of the rain is August, and February is when it's the driest.
If you want a perfect time in the great outdoors just come on up to the White Mountains. The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Georgiana Falls; a pleasant place to have a look at nearby is The Flume. This river is so perfect. Going for a hike on the Whitehouse Trail is always a great adventure, and a day on the slopes of Cannon Mountain is just what you need.
Summertime at Pemigewasset River comes with high temperatures in the 70's, and during the night it cools down to the 50's. High temperatures during the winter are normally in the 20's, and during the dark hours in the winter at Pemigewasset River temperatures plunge to the 0's.

Pemigewasset River, Profile Lake through Franconia Notch road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: V
Length: 2.9 miles
Average Gradient: 200 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.1235
Longitude: -71.68351

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.0862
Longitude: -71.6814

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Current weather conditions at Pemigewasset River, White Mountains, New Hampshire
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Local climate location: BENTON 9 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Franconia Notch Motel, Lincoln
We welcome one and all at Franconia Notch Motel. We are located just 0.5 miles South of Franconia Notch State Park on US Route 3 in Lincoln, New Hampshire. Our tree-studded property borders the Pemi...

Econo Lodge Inn & Suites, Lincoln
2 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....

Beacon Resort, Lincoln
2 miles away
Uncover the magic of New England and the White Mountains at Beacon Resort located in Lincoln- New Hampshire. We welcome you to bring your families- groups- meetings- weddings and reunions to our famil...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Pemigewasset River.
 Whitewater Near Pemigewasset River:
Cascade Brook, Grafton County , 1 miles away, Class V - 0.9 miles long (Lincoln)
Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 3 miles away, Class II-IV - 4.25 miles long (Indian Head to East Branch confluence)
Soucook River, Merrimack County , 4 miles away, Class I-II - 3.5 miles long (Close to Concord New Hampshire)
Pemigewasset River - East Branch, Grafton County , 4 miles away, Class IV - 8.92 miles long (Franconia Falls to Woodstock Highway)
Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 5 miles away, Class II - 4.25 miles long (Woodstock)
Glover Brook, Grafton County , 6 miles away, Class V - 1.9 miles long (Elbow Pond to Pemigewasset River)
Pemigewasset River - Hancock Br., Grafton County , 8 miles away, Class V - 6.2 miles long (Lincoln)
Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 10 miles away, Class I - 11.25 miles long (Woodstock to Campton)
Ammonoosuc River, Grafton County , 10 miles away, Class II-III - 2.9 miles long (Twin Mountain to Pierce bridge)
Ammonoosuc River, Coos County , 10 miles away, Class II-IV - 7.3 miles long (Pierce bridge to New Hampshire 116)
 Ski Areas Near Pemigewasset River:
Cannon Mountain, New Hampshire , 4 miles away, 2146 vertical feet
Loon Mountain, New Hampshire , 4 miles away, 2100 vertical feet
Waterville Valley, New Hampshire , 13 miles away, 2020 vertical feet
Bretton Woods, New Hampshire , 17 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Tenney Mountain, New Hampshire , 19 miles away, 1400 vertical feet
Burke Mountain, Vermont , 28 miles away, 2000 vertical feet
Lyndon Outing Club, Vermont , 29 miles away, 433 vertical feet
Attitash Bear Peak, New Hampshire , 31 miles away, 1750 vertical feet
Wildcat, New Hampshire , 32 miles away, 2112 vertical feet
Ragged Mountain, New Hampshire , 33 miles away, 1250 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Pemigewasset River:
Franconia Notch Motel, Lincoln , 1 miles away
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites, Lincoln , 2 miles away
Beacon Resort, Lincoln , 2 miles away
Mountain Club On Loon, Lincoln , 3 miles away
Comfort Inn & Suites, Lincoln , 3 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Pemigewasset River:
Campers World Campground, Grafton County, 1 miles away
Lafayette Campground, Grafton County, 2 miles away
Country Bumpkins, Lincoln, 3 miles away
 Trails Near Pemigewasset River:
Mount Pemigewasset Trail, Grafton County , 0 miles away
Whitehouse Trail, Grafton County , 1 miles away
Basin Cascade Trail, Grafton County , 1 miles away
Liberty Spring Trail, Grafton County , 2 miles away
Cascade Brook Trail, Grafton County , 2 miles away
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