New York whitewater - Balm of Gilead Brook, Adirondack Mountains, Warren County

Warren county, Barton Mines Road to Hudson River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS IV-V+     2.5 miles
  This stretch of Balm of Gilead Brook in Warren County is 2.5 miles long and it is classified as a class IV-V+ section by American Whitewater. The natural beauty of Warren County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This is a pretty short section so better bring some good walking shoes. There's camping available near Balm
    of Gilead Brook. The average New York whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be harder to run than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. You might be into whitewater rafting or
kayaking or both, doesn't matter, there are lots of good spots for that around here. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great attractions for lots of people. The Adirondack Mountains scenery is wonderful. There are no other stretches to paddle along Balm of Gilead Brook than the Barton Mines Road to Hudson River stretch.

Briefly about the general area:
For the duration of the days of summer, highs frequently are in the 70's at Balm of Gilead Brook. Summer night lows dip down to the 50's. Highs all through the winter
 
are commonly in the 20's with winter lows in the 0's overnight here at Balm of Gilead Brook. All year is a splendid time in the Adirondack Mountains if you go for the outdoors. It's always brilliant to check out Perry Ehlers Rapids.
Don't leave Balm of Gilead Brook without first paying a visit to Mouse Rapids; Gore Mountain is a very popular ski area around here. Balm of Gilead Brook gets a typical amount of rain; of all the months in a year August is the one with the most rain, and the driest month is February.

Balm of Gilead Brook, Barton Mines Road to Hudson River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV-V+
Length: 2.5 miles
Average Gradient: 175 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.71879
Longitude: -74.06621

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.74224
Longitude: -74.05688

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Local climate location: INDIAN LAKE 15 miles away


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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Balm of Gilead Brook.
 Whitewater Near Balm of Gilead Brook:
Thirteenth Brook, Warren County , 2 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2 miles long (to Hudson River at North River)
Boreas River, Essex/Warren County , 5 miles away, Class III-V - 8 miles long (Route 28N to Hudson River)
Hudson River, Essex/ Hamilton/ Warren County , 6 miles away, Class II-III - 13 miles long (North River to Riparius)
Hudson River, Essex/ Hamilton/ Warren County , 6 miles away, Class III-IV - 14 miles long (Indian River to North River)
Cedar River, Hamilton/Essex County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 18 miles long (Sprague Brook to Hudson River)
Boreas River - Upper, Essex County , 11 miles away, Class II-V - 6.5 miles long (Boreas Road to Route 28N)
Indian River, Hamilton County , 11 miles away, Class II-V - 2.5 miles long (Abanakee Dam to Hudson River)
Mill Creek, Warren County , 11 miles away, Class V - 5 miles long (Johnsburg above Wevertown to Hudson River)
Hudson River, Essex/ Hamilton/ Warren County , 14 miles away, Class III - 8 miles long (Riparius to Glen)
Georgia Brook, Hamilton/Warren County , 14 miles away, Class IV - 0.3 miles long (Along trail to Route 8)
 Ski Areas Near Balm of Gilead Brook:
Gore Mountain, New York , 5 miles away, 2100 vertical feet
Hickory Ski Center, New York , 21 miles away, 1280 vertical feet
Mount Pisgah, New York , 31 miles away, 300 vertical feet
West Mountain, New York , 33 miles away, 1010 vertical feet
Whiteface Mountain, New York , 34 miles away, 3430 vertical feet
Willard Mountain, New York , 52 miles away, 505 vertical feet
Titus Mountain, New York , 53 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
McCauley Mountain, New York , 62 miles away, 633 vertical feet
Windham Mountain, New York , 73 miles away, 1600 vertical feet
Hunter Mountain, New York , 77 miles away, 1600 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Balm of Gilead Brook:
Lake George/Warrensburg Super 8 Motel, Lake George , 24 miles away
Courtyard Lake Placid, Lake Placid , 27 miles away
Econo Lodge Lake Placid, Lake Placid , 28 miles away
High Peaks Resort, Lake Placid , 28 miles away
Prague Inn Stes and Cottages, Lake Placid , 28 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Balm of Gilead Brook:
Cedar Pond Campground, Newcomb, 14 miles away
Smoke Rise Campsites, Chestertown, 14 miles away
Camp Dippikill Office, Warrensburg, 15 miles away
 Trails Near Balm of Gilead Brook:
Oregon Trail, Warren County , 12 miles away
 Lakes Near Balm of Gilead Brook

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