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

Grafton county, Franconia Falls to Woodstock Highway section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS IV     8.92 miles
 
Please email me about rafting trips in the Ashland NH area that allows children on. My email is jwheeler@kua.net Says Jay wheeler

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. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so keep in mind that the rivers in this state are less manageable. The Franconia Falls to Woodstock Highway section of Pemigewasset River - East Branch in Grafton County is 8.92 miles long and has been rated as
    a class IV section by American Whitewater. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. There are so many sections to paddle in this river system, the Franconia Falls to Woodstock Highway section is just one of many. The wonderful New Hampshire
scenery and the playfulness of the water beats anything. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. The White Mountains scenery is wonderful. This is a pretty decent length section, it's perfect for a one day trip. No shortage of good hotels, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby.

Briefly about the general area:
There are great spots to look at along the Osseo Trail, and Loon Mountain has glorious slopes
 
and a friendly staff. So many exciting things in the White Mountains, just impressive. Go for a hike on the Wilderness Trail. The annual rainfall here at Pemigewasset River - East Branch is about average; August is the wettest month with most rain; February on the other hand is the driest.
For the duration of the summertime, highs usually are in the 70's at Pemigewasset River - East Branch. During the dark hours of summer temperatures descend down into the 50's. Highs throughout the wintertime are usually in the 20's while Pemigewasset River - East Branch nighttime low temperatures through the winter are in the 0's.

Pemigewasset River - East Branch, Franconia Falls to Woodstock Highway road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV
Length: 8.92 miles
Average Gradient: 81 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.1012
Longitude: -71.57251

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.02605
Longitude: -71.68371

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Current weather conditions at Pemigewasset River - East Branch, White Mountains, New Hampshire
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Local climate location: BENTON 5 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Village Of Loon Mountain (Vri), Lincoln
The village of Loon Mountain offers value filled lodging for parties of 2 to 12. Choose from Mid Village Lodge suites to large spacious condominiums overlooking Loon Mountain ski area. All Units come ...

InnSeason Resorts Pollard Brook, Lincoln
2 miles away
Located in the heart of the spectacular White Mountains of New Hampshire, adjacent to the Loon Mountain Ski Area, is Pollard Brook Resort. Tennis courts, indoor & outdoor pools, a health club, sauna, ...

Nordic Inn Condominium Resort, Lincoln
3 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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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Berlin, New Hampshire-Vermont, the metro area neareast to Pemigewasset River - East Branch. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Pemigewasset River - East Branch.
 Whitewater Near Pemigewasset River - East Branch:
Soucook River, Merrimack County , 2 miles away, Class I-II - 3.5 miles long (Close to Concord New Hampshire)
Pemigewasset River - Hancock Br., Grafton County , 3 miles away, Class V - 6.2 miles long (Lincoln)
Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 4 miles away, Class II-IV - 4.25 miles long (Indian Head to East Branch confluence)
Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 4 miles away, Class V - 2.9 miles long (Profile Lake through Franconia Notch)
Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 5 miles away, Class II - 4.25 miles long (Woodstock)
Cascade Brook, Grafton County , 5 miles away, Class V - 0.9 miles long (Lincoln)
Glover Brook, Grafton County , 7 miles away, Class V - 1.9 miles long (Elbow Pond to Pemigewasset River)
Pemigewasset River - North Fork, Grafton County , 8 miles away, Class IV-V - 12.4 miles long (Lincoln)
Pemigewasset River, Grafton County , 8 miles away, Class I - 11.25 miles long (Woodstock to Campton)
Mad River, Grafton County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV - 7.8 miles long (Highway 49 Bridge to Campton)
 Ski Areas Near Pemigewasset River - East Branch:
Loon Mountain, New Hampshire , 1 miles away, 2100 vertical feet
Cannon Mountain, New Hampshire , 8 miles away, 2146 vertical feet
Waterville Valley, New Hampshire , 8 miles away, 2020 vertical feet
Bretton Woods, New Hampshire , 15 miles away, 1500 vertical feet
Tenney Mountain, New Hampshire , 18 miles away, 1400 vertical feet
Attitash Bear Peak, New Hampshire , 27 miles away, 1750 vertical feet
Wildcat, New Hampshire , 29 miles away, 2112 vertical feet
Gunstock, New Hampshire , 32 miles away, 1400 vertical feet
Burke Mountain, Vermont , 32 miles away, 2000 vertical feet
Ragged Mountain, New Hampshire , 32 miles away, 1250 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Pemigewasset River - East Branch:
Village Of Loon Mountain (Vri), Lincoln , 1 miles away
InnSeason Resorts Pollard Brook, Lincoln , 2 miles away
Nordic Inn Condominium Resort, Lincoln , 3 miles away
InnSeason Resorts South Mountain, Lincoln , 4 miles away
Comfort Inn & Suites, Lincoln , 4 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Pemigewasset River - East Branch:
Hancock Campground, Grafton County, 2 miles away
Country Bumpkins, Lincoln, 4 miles away
Campers World Campground, Grafton County, 4 miles away
 Trails Near Pemigewasset River - East Branch:
Osseo Trail, Grafton County , 1 miles away
Wilderness Trail, Grafton County , 3 miles away
Liberty Spring Trail, Grafton County , 3 miles away
Whitehouse Trail, Grafton County , 4 miles away
Lincoln Brook Trail, Grafton County , 4 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Pemigewasset River - East Branch:
Jack O'Lantern Golf Course, Woodstock , 6 miles away
 Lakes Near Pemigewasset River - East Branch

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