New York whitewater - Mohawk River, Albany/Saratoga County
Albany/Saratoga
county,
Cohoes Falls to Hudson River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
CLASS II-IV(V+) 3 miles
If you're coming from Albany-Schenectady-Troy it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The wonderful Albany/Saratoga County scenery and the water flowing gracefully down Mohawk River make the trip here worthwhile. This section of Mohawk River in New York is 3 miles long and is a class II-IV(V+) section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors have a lot of people coming here. This is one of a small number
of paddling stretches in this river system, there are a few others too. The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in New York are often more challenging than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many runs in this state are not easy. Lodging
is available near the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This is a bit of a short stretch so no need to bring snacks. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling places. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground.
Briefly about the general area: From a rain point of view Mohawk River is a reasonably normal spot; May is the wettest month with most rain while February is frequently the driest month. The beauty of mother nature reveals
herself at Cohoes Falls. Throughout the summertime here at Mohawk River, high temperatures generally get into the 80's, and during the night it cools down to the 60's. Throughout the wintertime highs are typically in the 30's, and winter nights come with lows in the 10's to Mohawk River.
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