New York whitewater - Batavia Kill River, Catskill Mountains, Greene County

Greene county, Swinging Bridge to Route 23-A bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-V+     5.7 miles
  This stretch of Batavia Kill River is 5.7 miles long and it is classified as a class II-V+ section by American Whitewater. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in New York are often more challenging than in other states, so better not forget that rivers here are less forgiving. The nature scenery of New York and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water beats anything. This stretch has has enough mileage, it's perfect for a one day trip. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature have people coming from far and near. The Swinging
    Bridge to Route 23-A bridge stretch is one of a few paddling stretches in this river system. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty of places for that. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but you'd better
reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Whitewater paddling here in the Catskill Mountains is a great experience. If you're coming from Kingston it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page.

Briefly about the general area:
Batavia Kill River gets a normal amount of annual rain; most of the rain falls throughout May, and the driest of the months is February. While staying at Batavia Kill
 
River you could always look at Sutton Hollow.
During the warmest time of the year at Batavia Kill River highs are regularly in the 70's. Once the sun is down it descends down to the 50's. During the winter this place gets highs in the 20's; nighttime lows at Batavia Kill River through the winter frequently descend into the 10's.

Batavia Kill River, Swinging Bridge to Route 23-A bridge road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-V+
Length: 5.7 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 42.2933
Longitude: -74.3062

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 42.30319
Longitude: -74.41681

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Current weather conditions at Batavia Kill River, Catskill Mountains, New York
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Local climate location: CHERRY VALLEY 11 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Winwood Inn, Windham
8 miles away
Step off the slopes and its a short ride to relaxation. Our hotel shuttle will quickly deliver everyone and his or her gear to the warm and cozy Winwood Inn. Its close and very affordable. Our rooms a...

Hotel Vienna, Windham
9 miles away
Windham is set high in the Catskill Mountains. In winter there is Windham Mountain and other winter sports. Year-round it offers excellent recreational opportunities. In summer, the air is delightfull...

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Schoharie, Ny, Schoharie
19 miles away
The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Schoharie is a Quality Excellence & Performance Award Winning hotel! At the Gateway to the Historic Schoharie Valley, this hotel was constructed in 1999. It i...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Kingston, New York, the metro area neareast to Batavia Kill River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Batavia Kill River.
 Whitewater Near Batavia Kill River:
Schoharie Creek, Greene County , 3 miles away, Class I-III - 9 miles long (Lexington to Prattsville)
West Kill River, Greene County , 4 miles away, Class II-IV - 7.7 miles long (Albinos Pizzeria to Schoharie Creek)
East Kill River, Greene County , 6 miles away, Class II-IV - 5 miles long (Route 296 bridge to Jewett Center)
Bear Kill River, Delaware County , 8 miles away, Class II-IV - 3.3 miles long (Route 30 bridge to Intake Road bridge)
Schoharie Creek, Schoharie County , 9 miles away, Class II-III - 3.5 miles long (Gilboa to Minekill)
Esopus Creek, ulster County , 11 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Allaben portal to Mt. Pleasant)
Stony Clove Creek, Greene/ Ulster County , 11 miles away, Class III-IV - 3.5 miles long (Confluence of Warner Creek and Siver Creek to Esopus River)
Vly Creek, Delaware/ Greene County , 11 miles away, Class II-III - 3.5 miles long (Elk Creek Road bridge to Lake Switzerland)
Woodland Creek, Ulster County , 12 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.2 miles long (Woodland Valley Campground to Esopus River)
Esopus Creek, Ulster County , 13 miles away, Class II-III - 17 miles long (Big Indian to Boiceville)
 Ski Areas Near Batavia Kill River:
Windham Mountain, New York , 7 miles away, 1600 vertical feet
Hunter Mountain, New York , 12 miles away, 1600 vertical feet
Belleayre, New York , 13 miles away, 1404 vertical feet
Ski Plattekill, New York , 20 miles away, 1100 vertical feet
Holiday Mountain, New York , 38 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Mt. Peter, New York , 54 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Sterling Forest, New York , 54 miles away, 400 vertical feet
Hidden Valley, New Jersey , 57 miles away, 620 vertical feet
Mountain Creek, New Jersey , 57 miles away, 1040 vertical feet
Catamount, New York , 61 miles away, 1000 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Batavia Kill River:
Winwood Inn, Windham , 8 miles away
Hotel Vienna, Windham , 9 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Schoharie, Ny, Schoharie , 19 miles away
Super 8 Motel Cobleskil, Ny, Cobleskill , 21 miles away
Best Western Inn Of Cobleskill, Cobleskill , 21 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Batavia Kill River:
White Birches, Windham, 8 miles away
Country Roads Campground, Gilboa, 8 miles away
Country Roads Campgrounds, Gilboa, 8 miles away
 Trails Near Batavia Kill River:
Spruceton Trail, Greene County , 9 miles away
Phoenicia Trail, Ulster County , 13 miles away
Willow Trail, Ulster County , 13 miles away
Seager West Branch Trail, Ulster County , 17 miles away
Kanape Jeep Trail, Ulster County , 20 miles away
 National Parks Near Batavia Kill River:
Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River, Beach Lake - PA , 63 miles away

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