New York whitewater - North Sandy Creek, Jefferson County

Jefferson county, Rodman to Route 3 section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II     17 miles
  The natural beauty of Jefferson County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream attract people from near and far. The Rodman to Route 3 stretch of North Sandy Creek is 17 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II section of whitewater. There's camping available near North Sandy Creek. If you're coming from Watertown-Fort Drum it's not a long drive at all to the put-in location, as you can see on the road map further down. There are no other sections to paddle along North Sandy Creek than the Rodman to Route 3
    section. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good spots. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this
state are not easy. This section is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your camping stuff. 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. Getting some good exercise and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more.

Briefly about the general area:
North Sandy Creek is a good place of normal rainfall; November is the month that gets the most rain, and July on the other hand is
 
the driest.
For the duration of the days of summer at North Sandy Creek highs are typically in the 70's with nighttime lows in the 50's. Through the wintertime the highs are ordinarily in the 20's while the cold winter nights at North Sandy Creek are in the 0's.

North Sandy Creek, Rodman to Route 3 road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II
Length: 17 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.85219
Longitude: -75.93351

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.74359
Longitude: -76.18521

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Current weather conditions at North Sandy Creek, New York
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Local climate location: WATERTOWN FAA AP 10 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Ramada Watertown, Watertown
12 miles away
The Ramada Watertown is located on Arsenal Street at Exit 45 off Interstate 81, just one hour north of Syracuse Hancock International Airport. The hotel is adjacent to the Salmon Run Mall and minutes...

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites WATERTOWN-THOUSAND ISLANDS, Watertown
12 miles away
Fall Foliage Is Finally Here!Come enjoy the majestic beauty of the 1,000 Islands Region at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites ® Watertown, NY.Our shopping district includes the Salmon Run Mall,...

Hampton Inn Watertown, Watertown
12 miles away
The Hampton Inn Watertown hotel is located in the heart of the 1000 Islands just east of I-81 Exit 45 in Watertown New York. It is minutes from Fort Drum Black River and local shopping. The Hampton I...



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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near North Sandy Creek.
 Whitewater Near North Sandy Creek:
South Sandy Creek, Jefferson County , 3 miles away, Class III-IV - 12 miles long (Route 95 to Route 11)
Sandy Creek, Jefferson County , 4 miles away, Class -blank- - 13 miles long (US Route 11 to Lake Ontario)
Salmon River, Oswego/ Lewis County , 13 miles away, Class I-III - 3.9 miles long (Route 2A to Black Hole through Pulaski)
Black River, Jefferson County , 13 miles away, Class III-V - 8 miles long (Watertown to Brownville)
Salmon River, Oswego/ Lewis County , 15 miles away, Class -blank- - 3.5 miles long (Salmon River Dam to Bennett Bridge)
Black River, Jefferson County , 16 miles away, Class II - 1 miles long (Route 3 Wave)
Mad River, Oswego County , 19 miles away, Class IV-V - 8 miles long (Road from Castor Hill to North Branch)
Deer River, Lewis County , 25 miles away, Class II-III - 12.4 miles long (New Boston to High Falls Dam)
 Ski Areas Near North Sandy Creek:
Dry Hill, New York , 12 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Snow Ridge, New York , 45 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Toggenburg, New York , 49 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Song Mountain, New York , 52 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Labrador Mountain, New York , 53 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Woods Valley, New York , 53 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Greek Peak, New York , 65 miles away, 952 vertical feet
McCauley Mountain, New York , 76 miles away, 633 vertical feet
Pakenham, Ontario , 78 miles away, 320 vertical feet
Camp Fortune - Ste. Marie, Quebec , 87 miles away, 650 vertical feet
 Hotels Near North Sandy Creek:
Ramada Watertown, Watertown , 12 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites WATERTOWN-THOUSAND ISLANDS, Watertown , 12 miles away
Hampton Inn Watertown, Watertown , 12 miles away
Days Inn Watertown Fort Drum, Watertown , 12 miles away
Econo Lodge Watertown, Watertown , 12 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near North Sandy Creek:
Westcott Beach State Park, Sackets Harbor, 7 miles away
Allen's Campground and RV Park, Sackets Harbor, 7 miles away
Allen's Boat Livery, Sackets Harbor, 7 miles away
 National Parks Near North Sandy Creek:
Fort Stanwix National Monument, Rome - NY , 51 miles away
 Golf Courses Near North Sandy Creek:
Tomacy's Restaurant & Golf Club, Adams , 3 miles away

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