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

Grafton county, Woodstock section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II     4.25 miles
  If you're coming from Laconia it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, as you can see on the road map further down. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in New Hampshire are harder than the national norm, so if you're not from around here don't forget that the rivers in this state are less manageable. This section of Pemigewasset River in Grafton County is 4.25 miles long and it is classified as a class II section by American Whitewater. There are plenty of hotels here if you want to spend a night, and if you make reservations in advance you're
    all set. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of places for that. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. This is a pretty decent length section, you can easily run it on an afternoon.
The nature scenery of New Hampshire and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors have a lot of people coming here. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Woodstock section is just one of many. The beauty of the White Mountains is a great plus for this river.

Briefly about the general area:
For the duration of the summer, highs usually are in the 70's at Pemigewasset River. Once the sun is down it sinks down to the 50's. All through the
 
wintertime this place gets highs in the 20's, and during the dark hours in the winter at Pemigewasset River temperatures drop to the 0's. This river is so perfect. The snow is nice at Loon Mountain.
Go for a hike on the Mount Cilley Trail; a cool spot to stop by is Russell Crag. So much cool stuff to do in the White Mountains, not enough time. Don't leave Pemigewasset River without first going for a hike along the Glover Brook Trail, and since you're here at Pemigewasset River, checking out Parker Ledge is a must. An average amount of rainfall falls at Pemigewasset River; August is when you get the most rain here; February is the month with the least moisture.

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

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II
Length: 4.25 miles
Average Gradient: 27 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.02627
Longitude: -71.68413

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.97517
Longitude: -71.68067

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Current weather conditions at Pemigewasset River, White Mountains, New Hampshire
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Local climate location: BENTON 8 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Comfort Inn & Suites, Lincoln
2 miles away
Located in the White Mountains. Near Franconia Notch, Loon Mountain and Golf. Attractive rooms and suites. Indoor pool and whirlpool. Picture perfect vistas from Kancamagus Highway. Pet accommodation:...

InnSeason Resorts South Mountain, Lincoln
2 miles away
Nestled at the base of Loon Mountain, this professionally managed resort offers the amenities and comforts of home to discerning travelers. InnSeason Resorts South Mountain is the perfect vacation des...

Nordic Inn Condominium Resort, Lincoln
2 miles away
Nordic Inn offers affordable condo lodging close to major ski areas in the heart of New Hampshire's White Mountains in Lincoln, NH. Located near Loon Mountain, Cannon Mountain, The Kancamagus Pass, th...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Pemigewasset River.
 Whitewater Near Pemigewasset River:
Glover Brook, Grafton County , 2 miles away, Class V - 1.9 miles long (Elbow Pond to Pemigewasset River)
Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 3 miles away, Class II-IV - 4.25 miles long (Indian Head to East Branch confluence)
Soucook River, Merrimack County , 3 miles away, Class I-II - 3.5 miles long (Close to Concord New Hampshire)
Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 5 miles away, Class I - 11.25 miles long (Woodstock to Campton)
Pemigewasset River - East Branch, Grafton County , 5 miles away, Class IV - 8.92 miles long (Franconia Falls to Woodstock Highway)
Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 5 miles away, Class V - 2.9 miles long (Profile Lake through Franconia Notch)
Cascade Brook, Grafton County , 6 miles away, Class V - 0.9 miles long (Lincoln)
Branch Brook, Grafton County , 7 miles away, Class II-V - 3.3 miles long (Ellsworth to Branch Brook campground)
Pemigewasset River - Hancock Br., Grafton County , 7 miles away, Class V - 6.2 miles long (Lincoln)
Mad River, Grafton County , 8 miles away, Class III - 1 miles long (Gorge)
 Ski Areas Near Pemigewasset River:
Loon Mountain, New Hampshire , 4 miles away, 2100 vertical feet
Cannon Mountain, New Hampshire , 9 miles away, 2146 vertical feet
Waterville Valley, New Hampshire , 11 miles away, 2020 vertical feet
Tenney Mountain, New Hampshire , 14 miles away, 1400 vertical feet
Bretton Woods, New Hampshire , 20 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Ragged Mountain, New Hampshire , 28 miles away, 1250 vertical feet
Attitash Bear Peak, New Hampshire , 31 miles away, 1750 vertical feet
Gunstock, New Hampshire , 32 miles away, 1400 vertical feet
Lyndon Outing Club, Vermont , 33 miles away, 433 vertical feet
Burke Mountain, Vermont , 33 miles away, 2000 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Pemigewasset River:
Comfort Inn & Suites, Lincoln , 2 miles away
InnSeason Resorts South Mountain, Lincoln , 2 miles away
Nordic Inn Condominium Resort, Lincoln , 2 miles away
Econo Lodge Inn & Suites, Lincoln , 3 miles away
Rodeway Inn Lincoln, Lincoln , 3 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Pemigewasset River:
Waterest Campground, Woodstock, 0 miles away
Woodstock KOA, Woodstock, 1 miles away
Koa Kampground Broken Branch, North Woodstock, 2 miles away
 Trails Near Pemigewasset River:
Mount Cilley Trail, Grafton County , 2 miles away
Glover Brook Trail, Grafton County , 3 miles away
Knockers Hole Trail, Grafton County , 3 miles away
Gordon Pond Trail, Grafton County , 4 miles away
Hubbard Brook Trail, Grafton County , 5 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Pemigewasset River:
Jack O'Lantern Golf Course, Woodstock , 1 miles away

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