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New York whitewater, Oswegatchie River - Middle Branch
Herkimer Lewis
county,
Long Pond Road to Bryants Bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS II-V+ 22 miles
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The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Ogdensburg-Massena, as you can see on the road map further down. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in New York are often tougher than in other states, so better not forget that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. The natural beauty of Herkimer/ Lewis County and the sparkling |
of the sunlight on the water have people coming here. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick.
| This section of Oswegatchie River - Middle Branch in Herkimer/ Lewis County is 22 miles long and has been rated as a class II-V+ section by American Whitewater. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, this area has a large number of paddling places. This stretch has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so go ahead and pack your sleeping bag. This river system is full of great paddling sections, the Long Pond | |
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Road to Bryants Bridge section is just one of them.
Briefly about the general area: There are plenty of folks from Oswegatchie here at Oswegatchie River - Middle Branch. Good hiking is available along the Post
Henderson Trail. During the warmest time of the year at Oswegatchie River - Middle Branch temperatures are regularly in the 80's while overnight lows are frequently in the 50's. Throughout the wintertime the highs are regularly
in the 20's with temperatures at Oswegatchie River - Middle Branch dipping down into the 0's through winter nights. An average amount of rain falls at Oswegatchie River - Middle Branch.
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Oswegatchie River - Middle Branch, Long Pond Road to Bryants Bridge road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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These outdoors activities are available near Oswegatchie River - Middle Branch. |
| Whitewater Near Oswegatchie River - Middle Branch:
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Little River, St. Lawrence County, 7 miles away Class II-III - 6.2 miles long (Aldrich to Oswegatchie) |
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Beaver River, Lewis County, 7 miles away Class V - 1 miles long (Eagle Section) |
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Jenny Creek, St. Lawrence County, 7 miles away Class IV-V+ - 5 miles long (Jayville Road to Pitcairn) |
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Beaver River, Lewis County, 8 miles away Class IV-V - 3 miles long (Moshier Section) |
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Beaver River, Lewis County, 12 miles away Class III-IV - 2 miles long (Taylorville Section) |
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| Ski Areas Near Oswegatchie River - Middle Branch:
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McCauley Mountain, New York
, 21 miles away, 633 foot drop, 5 lifts, 22 runs |
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Snow Ridge, New York
, 27 miles away, 500 foot drop, 6 lifts, 22 runs |
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Woods Valley, New York
, 40 miles away, 500 foot drop, 3 lifts, 12 runs |
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Dry Hill, New York
, 53 miles away, 300 foot drop, 3 lifts, 7 runs |
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Mount Pisgah, New York
, 73 miles away, 300 foot drop, 2 lifts, 5 runs |
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Titus Mountain, New York
, 73 miles away, 1200 foot drop, 7 lifts, 25 runs |
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Gore Mountain, New York
, 81 miles away, 2300 foot drop, 12 lifts, 88 runs |
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Toggenburg, New York
, 82 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 24 runs |
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Camp Fortune - Ste. Marie, Quebec
, 88 miles away, 650 foot drop, 8 lifts, 19 runs |
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Labrador Mountain, New York
, 88 miles away, 700 foot drop, 5 lifts, 22 runs |
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| Hotels Near Oswegatchie River - Middle Branch:
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Adirondack Lodge Old Forge, Old Forge
, 20 miles away |
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Best Western University Inn, Canton
, 28 miles away |
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Comfort Suites Canton, Canton
, 28 miles away |
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Scottish Inns Potsdam, Potsdam
, 33 miles away |
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Pleasant Night Inn, Carthage
, 33 miles away |
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| Public Lands Near Oswegatchie River - Middle Branch:
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Fort Stanwix National Monument, Rome - NY
, 46 miles away |
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Whetstone Gulf State Park, New York
, 28 miles away |
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Higley Flow State Park, New York
, 29 miles away |
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Pixley Falls State Park, New York
, 33 miles away |
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