New York whitewater - Deer River, Lewis County Lewis county, New Boston to High Falls Dam section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     12.4 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in New York tend to be more challenging than the national average, so if you're not from around here don't forget that rivers here are less forgiving. The starting point is not too far from Watertown-Fort Drum, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good places. The natural beauty of New York and the cool fresh water will make you feel great. Getting some good exercise and just     being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. This section is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so pack your camp stove. There are no other sections to paddle along Deer River than the New Boston to High Falls Dam section. The New Boston to High Falls Dam section of Deer River in Lewis County is 12.4 miles long and has been rated as a class II-III section by American Whitewater. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. Briefly about the general area: High temperatures at Deer River through the long summer days are in the 80's, and through summer nights temperatures are in the 60's. Throughout the winter the highs are ordinarily in the 20's with temperatures at Deer River dipping down into the 0's through winter nights. An average amount of rainfall falls at Deer River; through November this area sees the most rain; February is when it's the driest.   Deer River, New Boston to High Falls Dam road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-III Length: 12.4 miles Average Gradient: 31 fpm    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 43.80504 Longitude: -75.74743 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 43.89704 Longitude: -75.66495 Paddler input for Deer River, New York: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Deer River, New York Local climate location: WATERTOWN 18 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Best Western Carriage House Inn, Watertown 15 miles away This Watertown, 'Award Winning' New York hotel offers comfortable accommodations for travelers exploring the 1,000 Islands, the Black River or other Upstate New York attractions. At the Best Western ... Watertown Travelodge, Watertown 16 miles away Welcome to our friendly Travelodge located in the heart of Watertown, NY! Complimentary Continental breakfast Complimentary High Speed Wireless Internet Less than one mile east from I-81 F... Econo Lodge Watertown, Watertown 17 miles away We take 30% off rack rate to exchange Canadian currency. Heated indoor pool. Discounts at nearby restaurant. Frig in every room. Salmon Run Mall. Complimentary USA Today and complimentary wireless ...   All New York Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in New York. Books about whitewater paddling on Deer River, New York List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Deer River, New York. Find a whitewater outfitter in New York Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Watertown-Fort Drum, New York Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Watertown-Fort Drum, New York, the metro area neareast to Deer River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Deer River.   Whitewater Near Deer River: Negro Brook, Lewis County , 11 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 1 miles long (Boshart Road to East Road) Mill Creek, Lewis County , 12 miles away, Class V - 4 miles long (West Lowville to Lowville) Black River, Jefferson County , 13 miles away, Class II - 1 miles long (Route 3 Wave) Black Creek, Jefferson County , 14 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Sterlingville to Philadelphia) Mad River, Oswego County , 15 miles away, Class IV-V - 8 miles long (Road from Castor Hill to North Branch) Black River, Jefferson County , 17 miles away, Class III-V - 8 miles long (Watertown to Brownville) Indian River, Lewis/ Jefferson County , 19 miles away, Class II - 20 miles long (Natural Bridge to Antwerp) Salmon River, Oswego/ Lewis County , 22 miles away, Class -blank- - 3.5 miles long (Salmon River Dam to Bennett Bridge) South Sandy Creek, Jefferson County , 24 miles away, Class III-IV - 12 miles long (Route 95 to Route 11) North Sandy Creek, Jefferson County , 25 miles away, Class II - 17 miles long (Rodman to Route 3)   Ski Areas Near Deer River: Dry Hill, New York , 15 miles away, 300 vertical feet Snow Ridge, New York , 22 miles away, 500 vertical feet Woods Valley, New York , 35 miles away, 500 vertical feet McCauley Mountain, New York , 52 miles away, 633 vertical feet Toggenburg, New York , 54 miles away, 700 vertical feet Labrador Mountain, New York , 60 miles away, 700 vertical feet Song Mountain, New York , 62 miles away, 700 vertical feet Greek Peak, New York , 73 miles away, 952 vertical feet Mount Tone, Pennsylvania , 104 miles away, 450 vertical feet Ski Plattekill, New York , 107 miles away, 1100 vertical feet   Hotels Near Deer River: Best Western Carriage House Inn, Watertown , 15 miles away Watertown Travelodge, Watertown , 16 miles away Econo Lodge Watertown, Watertown , 17 miles away Watertown-Days Inn 1000 Islands, Watertown , 17 miles away Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites WATERTOWN-THOUSAND ISLANDS, Watertown , 18 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Deer River: Twin Ponds Campground, Copenhagen, 2 miles away Kelly's Travel Trailer Park, Watertown, 13 miles away Whetstone Gulf, Lowville, 15 miles away   National Parks Near Deer River: Fort Stanwix National Monument, Rome - NY , 36 miles away   Lakes Near Deer River