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. Mohawk River, Cohoes Falls to Hudson River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: II-IV(V+) Length: 3 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 42.78638 Longitude: -73.70667 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 42.77305 Longitude: -73.685 Paddler input for Mohawk River, New York: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Mohawk River, New York Local climate location: SCHENECTADY 17 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Clarion Hotel Century House Hotel, Latham 4 miles away Historical restaurant, tavern and lounge on site. Hotel also offers meeting rooms, exercise room, free full hot buffet breakfast, nature trail, pool, tennis courts, free high-speed wireless Internet, ... Holiday Inn Express Albany-Latham Airport, Ny, Latham 4 miles away Considering a trip to New York's Capital Region® Stay Smart by choosing the Albany Airport / Latham Holiday Inn Express and experience why we are the hotel of choice for so many who visit the Capit... La Quinta Inn & Suites Latham-Albany Airport, Latham 5 miles away All New !!! In the heart of Latham Albany Capital Area and the gateway to Saratoga. 100% Non-Smoking Facility! You'll enjoy free high speed and wireless access, deluxe continental breakfast, free lo...   All New York Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in New York. Books about whitewater paddling on Mohawk River, New York List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Mohawk 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 Albany-Schenectady-Troy, New York Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Albany-Schenectady-Troy, New York, the metro area neareast to Mohawk River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Mohawk River.   Whitewater Near Mohawk River: Mohawk River, Albany/Saratoga County , 0 miles away, Class II - 0 miles long (Cohoes Wave) Poesten Kill River, Rensselaer County , 4 miles away, Class III-V+ - 3 miles long (Troy to Hudson River) Poesten Kill River, Rensselaer County , 5 miles away, Class I-IV - 7 miles long (Eagle Mills to Troy) Poesten Kill River, Rensselaer County , 5 miles away, Class III-V+ - 2 miles long (Eagle Mills to Waterfall) Hoosic River, Rensselaer County , 9 miles away, Class V - 2 miles long (Schaghticoke Dam to Powerhouse) Normans Kill River, Albany County , 10 miles away, Class I-V - 3 miles long (Normansville to Route 32) Fish Creek, Saratoga County , 17 miles away, Class II-IV - 7.5 miles long (Burgoyne to Schuylerville) Hannacrois Creek, Greene County , 18 miles away, Class III-IV - 5.5 miles long (Deans Mill to Hudson River) Kinderhook Creek, Columbia County , 21 miles away, Class I-V - 11 miles long (Valatie to Stockport) Batten Kill River, Washington County , 21 miles away, Class I-III - 9 miles long (Greenwich to Hudson River)   Ski Areas Near Mohawk River: Willard Mountain, New York , 17 miles away, 505 vertical feet West Mountain, New York , 24 miles away, 1010 vertical feet Jiminy Peak, Massachusetts , 30 miles away, 1150 vertical feet Mount Greylock Ski Club, Massachusetts , 34 miles away, 300 vertical feet Bousquet, Massachusetts , 34 miles away, 750 vertical feet Catamount, New York , 34 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Catamount, Massachusetts , 34 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Hickory Ski Center, New York , 36 miles away, 1280 vertical feet Ski Butternut, Massachusetts , 40 miles away, 1000 vertical feet Windham Mountain, New York , 46 miles away, 1600 vertical feet   Hotels Near Mohawk River: Clarion Hotel Century House Hotel, Latham , 4 miles away Holiday Inn Express Albany-Latham Airport, Ny, Latham , 4 miles away La Quinta Inn & Suites Latham-Albany Airport, Latham , 5 miles away Econo Lodge Latham, Latham , 5 miles away Quality Inn & Suites Airport, Latham , 5 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Mohawk River: Deer Run Camp Grounds, Schaghticoke, 10 miles away Dingman's Campgrounds, Nassau, 15 miles away Fish Creek Marina and Camp Grounds, Saratoga Springs, 15 miles away   Golf Courses Near Mohawk River: Mill Road Acres Golf Course, Latham , 7 miles away Clifton Knolls Executive Golf Course, Clifton Park , 8 miles away   Lakes Near Mohawk River