New York whitewater - Independence River, Herkimer/Lewis County

Herkimer/Lewis county, Bradish Road to Old Pine Grove Road section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II-V+     2.6 miles
  If you've been out of state whitewater rafting and kayaking you might find the rivers here more demanding, so keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. The put-in location is a short drive from Utica-Rome, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The Bradish Road to Old Pine Grove Road section of Independence River in New York is 2.6 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II-V+ section of whitewater. The scenic beauty of Herkimer/Lewis County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the
    water will make you feel great. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling rivers. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. If you're a camper you can camp
at one of the great campgrounds nearby. The Bradish Road to Old Pine Grove Road stretch is the only paddling stretch along Independence River. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set.

Briefly about the general area:
The annual precipitation here at Independence River is about average; during August this area sees the most rain, and February on the other hand is the driest. The warmest time of the year brings highs in the 70's to Independence River, and the night is quite chillier
 
of course, usually in the 50's. Daytime highs all through the winter are in the 20's, and winter nights come with lows in the 0's to Independence River.

Independence River, Bradish Road to Old Pine Grove Road road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II-V+
Length: 2.6 miles
Average Gradient: 85 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.7467
Longitude: -75.33351

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.73049
Longitude: -75.36551

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Current weather conditions at Independence River, New York
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Local climate location: LOWVILLE 13 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Paul Revere Lodge, Rome
26 miles away
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27 miles away
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Red Carpet Inn Rome, Rome
27 miles away
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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Utica-Rome, New York, the metro area neareast to Independence River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Independence River.
 Whitewater Near Independence River:
Otter Creek, Lewis County , 4 miles away, Class III-V - 10.4 miles long (Partridgeville Road to Pine Grove Road)
Moose River, Oneida/ Lewis County , 7 miles away, Class V - 5 miles long (Fowlersville to Lyons Falls)
Beaver River, Lewis County , 10 miles away, Class III-IV - 2 miles long (Taylorville Section)
Moose River, Oneida/ Lewis County , 11 miles away, Class IV - 9 miles long (Rock Island to Fowlersville)
Black River, Oneida County , 13 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Hawkinsville to Norton Road)
Beaver River, Lewis County , 13 miles away, Class V - 1 miles long (Eagle Section)
Mill Creek, Lewis County , 14 miles away, Class V - 4 miles long (West Lowville to Lowville)
Oswegatchie River - West Branch, Lewis County , 14 miles away, Class V+ - 7 miles long (Bisha Falls to Jerden Falls)
Negro Brook, Lewis County , 14 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 1 miles long (Boshart Road to East Road)
Moose River, Oneida/ Lewis County , 16 miles away, Class III - 3 miles long (McKeever to Rock Island)
 Ski Areas Near Independence River:
Snow Ridge, New York , 7 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Woods Valley, New York , 22 miles away, 500 vertical feet
McCauley Mountain, New York , 27 miles away, 633 vertical feet
Dry Hill, New York , 40 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Toggenburg, New York , 62 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Labrador Mountain, New York , 69 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Song Mountain, New York , 74 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Greek Peak, New York , 82 miles away, 952 vertical feet
Ski Plattekill, New York , 87 miles away, 1100 vertical feet
Mount Pisgah, New York , 90 miles away, 300 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Independence River:
Paul Revere Lodge, Rome , 26 miles away
Wingate By Wyndham Rome, Rome , 27 miles away
Red Carpet Inn Rome, Rome , 27 miles away
Quality Inn Rome, Rome , 27 miles away
Econo Lodge Rome, Rome , 28 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Independence River:
Moose River Camp Grounds, Port Leyden, 8 miles away
Happy Hollow Campground, Lowville, 8 miles away
Babcock Campground, Lowville, 8 miles away
 National Parks Near Independence River:
Fort Stanwix National Monument, Rome - NY , 27 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Independence River:
Brantingham Golf Club, Brantingham , 5 miles away
 Lakes Near Independence River

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