New York whitewater - Ausable River - East Branch, Adirondack Mountains, Essex County Essex county, Hulls Falls to Keene section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-V+     6.3 miles   The starting point is not too far from Plattsburgh, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The scenic beauty of Essex County and the water flowing gracefully down Ausable River - East Branch make the trip here worthwhile. The Hulls Falls to Keene stretch of Ausable River - East Branch is 6.3 miles long and is a class II-V+ section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of rivers for that. There are plenty of other sections in this river system that     can be paddled as well. This stretch is mid length, it's good length for a morning trip. The beauty of the Adirondack Mountains is a great plus for this river. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. Briefly about the general area: The annual precipitation here at Ausable River - East Branch is about average; August is the wettest month with most rain; February is when it's the driest. So much   amusing stuff to do here in the Adirondack Mountains, too pleasant to be true. Don't leave Ausable River - East Branch without first paying a visit to Hulls Falls. Throughout the summertime, highs mostly are in the 70's at Ausable River - East Branch. During the dark hours of summer temperatures descend down into the 50's. The cold days of the winter come with highs in the 20's, and throughout the dark hours in the wintertime at Ausable River - East Branch temperatures plunge to the 0's. Keene Valley is close to Ausable River - East Branch and is absolutely a magnificent location to take a look at, and on a pleasant day you can take a hike along the White Trail. Ausable River - East Branch, Hulls Falls to Keene road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-V+ Length: 6.3 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 44.2346 Longitude: -73.794 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 44.27899 Longitude: -73.79001 Paddler input for Ausable River - East Branch, New York: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Ausable River - East Branch, Adirondack Mountains, New York Local climate location: LAKE PLACID 14 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Econo Lodge Lake Placid, Lake Placid 13 miles away Within minutes of the Olympic venues of Lake Placid - host of the 1932 and 1980 Olympic Games. Hotel is surrounded by mountains yet close to all of the action. Enjoy the Olympic spirit. Please Do No... Mirror Lake Inn, Lake Placid 13 miles away Located in the Majestic Adirondack Mountains of Upstate New York and the Olympic Village of Lake Placid. 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Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Ausable River - East Branch.   Whitewater Near Ausable River - East Branch: Ausable River - East Branch, Essex County , 3 miles away, Class II-III - 6.3 miles long (Keene to Upper Jay) John's Brook, Essex County , 6 miles away, Class V - 4 miles long (Caretaker's Cabin to Moutaineer Outfitters in Keene Valley) Ausable River - West Branch, Essex County , 6 miles away, Class V+ - 0.25 miles long (Flume) Ausable River - West Branch, Essex County , 7 miles away, Class V - 2 miles long (High Falls Gorge to Flume) Ausable River - West Branch, Essex County , 7 miles away, Class V+ - 0.25 miles long (High Falls Gorge) Ausable River - West Branch, Essex County , 8 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 3.5 miles long (Monument on Route 86 to High Falls) Ausable River - West Branch, Essex County , 8 miles away, Class I-III+ - 11 miles long (Wilmington to Ausable Forks) Little Black Brook, Clinton/ Essex County , 10 miles away, Class III-IV - 2.5 miles long (Route 17 TO West Branch Ausable River) Black River, Clinton / Essex County , 10 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 2.7 miles long (Hawkinsville to Port Leyden) The Branch, Essex County , 10 miles away, Class III-V - 6.5 miles long (Along State Route 9N Alder Brook R)   Ski Areas Near Ausable River - East Branch: Whiteface Mountain, New York , 7 miles away, 3430 vertical feet Mount Pisgah, New York , 23 miles away, 300 vertical feet Gore Mountain, New York , 33 miles away, 2100 vertical feet Hickory Ski Center, New York , 39 miles away, 1280 vertical feet Titus Mountain, New York , 40 miles away, 1200 vertical feet West Mountain, New York , 50 miles away, 1010 vertical feet Cochran Ski Center, Vermont , 56 miles away, 350 vertical feet Mad River Glen, Vermont , 60 miles away, 2037 vertical feet Sugarbush, Vermont , 62 miles away, 2650 vertical feet Willard Mountain, New York , 64 miles away, 505 vertical feet   Hotels Near Ausable River - East Branch: Econo Lodge Lake Placid, Lake Placid , 13 miles away Mirror Lake Inn, Lake Placid , 13 miles away Lake Placid Club Lodge, Lake Placid , 13 miles away Lake Placid Summit Hotel, Lake Placid , 13 miles away Prague Inn Stes and Cottages, Lake Placid , 13 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Ausable River - East Branch: High Peaks Base Camp, Upper Jay, 4 miles away Lake Placid/Whiteface MT KOA, Wilmington, 6 miles away North Pole Campground, Wilmington, 7 miles away   Trails Near Ausable River - East Branch: White Trail, Essex County , 5 miles away Southside Trail, Essex County , 5 miles away Johns Brook Trail, Essex County , 5 miles away East River Trail, Essex County , 6 miles away Leach Trail, Essex County , 6 miles away   Lakes Near Ausable River - East Branch