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
  The scenic beauty of New Hampshire and the water flowing gracefully down Pemigewasset River beats anything. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers here a bit more challenging, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. The campgrounds here at Pemigewasset River are pretty good. This section is quite short so no need to bring snacks. The beautiful White Mountains scenery is an added bonus. This river system is full of great paddling sections, the Profile
    Lake through Franconia Notch section is just one of them. This section of Pemigewasset River in New Hampshire is 2.9 miles long and is a class V section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The starting point is not too far from Berlin, if you're not familiar with the
area there's a road map further down the page. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, there are lots of good rivers for that around here. Getting a good workout and just hanging out with mother nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. There are nice comfortable hotels here, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick.

Briefly about the general area:
Pemigewasset River gets a typical amount of annual rainfall; during the month of August you get the most rain around here;
 
the driest of the months is February. The surroundings of this river have so much to offer. Going for a hike on the Whitehouse Trail is always a good adventure, and the best way to spend a winter day is on the slopes of nearby Cannon Mountain.
Interesting geology is available here; Indian Head is near Pemigewasset River; Georgiana Falls is a scenic location to stop at while you're at Pemigewasset River. At Pemigewasset River through the warmest time of the year highs are in the 70's. During the dark hours of summer temperatures descend down into the 50's. High temperatures through the winter are normally in the 20's with temperatures at Pemigewasset River dipping down into the 0's through winter nights. This location, the White Mountains, has so much outdoors fun things. Near Pemigewasset River you find the Mount Pemigewasset Trail which is a nice hiking trail, and The Flume is positively a wonderful place to have a look at.

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...

Beacon Resort, Lincoln
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...

Woodwards Resort, Lincoln
2 miles away
Woodwards started in 1956 with six cottages and has grown over the years into the full facility resort we have today. The resort is still owned and operated by the Woodward family. Our resort is known...



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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
Beacon Resort, Lincoln , 1 miles away
Woodwards Resort, Lincoln , 2 miles away
Rodeway Inn Lincoln, Lincoln , 2 miles away
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites, Lincoln , 2 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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