New York whitewater - Putnam Creek, Adirondack Mountains, Essex County

Essex county, Penfield Pond to Factoryville section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS IV-V+     5.5 miles
  The natural beauty of Essex County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are reasons enough to come here and paddle. The put-in is not too far from Glens Falls, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state are often tougher than in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that rivers here are less forgiving. This stretch is mid length, suitable for an afternoon trip. This section of Putnam Creek in New York is 5.5 miles long and is
    rated by American Whitewater as a class IV-V+ section. Getting your paddling muscles activated and spending some quality time in nature are great attractions for lots of people. There are no other sections to paddle along Putnam Creek than the Penfield Pond to Factoryville section.
You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. There's camping available near Putnam Creek. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good places for that around here. When you're paddling down a Adirondack Mountains river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too.

Briefly about the general area:
Putnam Creek gets a common amount of rainfall; August is when you get the most rain
 
here while February is usually the driest month.
For the period of the warm days of summer at Putnam Creek temperatures are commonly in the 70's. Once the sun is down it falls down to the 50's. Through the wintertime the highs are usually in the 20's while the cold winter nights at Putnam Creek are in the 0's.

Putnam Creek, Penfield Pond to Factoryville road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: IV-V+
Length: 5.5 miles
Average Gradient: 120 fpm
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.9219
Longitude: -73.5392

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.942
Longitude: -73.46921

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Current weather conditions at Putnam Creek, Adirondack Mountains, New York
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Local climate location: LAKE PLACID 12 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Super 8 Motel Ticonderoga, Ticonderoga
6 miles away
Super 8 Ticonderoga is a 39-room log style building sandwiched between Lake Champlain and Lake George. We are in the heart of the picturesque Adirondack Mountains surrounded by lakes and greenery in p...

Best Western Ticonderoga Inn & Suites, Ticonderoga
6 miles away
AAA Three Diamond Approved! Two-time recipient of the esteemed Best Western Director's Award for outstanding quality and service. Escape to this Adirondack Mountain hotel in Ticonderoga, New York and ...

Basin Harbor Club, Vergennes
16 miles away
Warm...intimate...comfortable, the 700 Acres of Basin Harbor Club encompass a complete vacation experience. For 120 year and through 4 generations the Beach family has provided sanctuary from a hectic...



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Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Glens Falls, New York, the metro area neareast to Putnam Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Putnam Creek.
 Whitewater Near Putnam Creek:
Mill Creek, Essex County , 6 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 5 miles long (Moriah Center to Port Henry)
La Chute River, Essex County , 8 miles away, Class II-V+ - 3.5 miles long (Lake George to Lake Champlain)
Boquet River, Essex County , 14 miles away, Class II-III - 17.6 miles long (Beaver Meadow Brook to Northway)
Schroon River, Essex County , 16 miles away, Class II - 5 miles long (North Hudson bridge to Schroon Falls)
The Branch, Essex County , 17 miles away, Class III-V - 6.5 miles long (Along State Route 9N Alder Brook R)
Boquet River, Essex County , 17 miles away, Class II-IV - 16.6 miles long (Northway to Boquet)
The Branch, Essex County , 20 miles away, Class III-V - 6 miles long (Boreas Road to Palmer Pond)
Boquet River - North Branch, Essex County , 20 miles away, Class III-IV - 6 miles long (Reber to Bouquet River)
Poultney River, Washington County , 21 miles away, Class III-IV - 4 miles long (US Route 4 to Carvers Falls Dam)
Poultney River, Rutland County , 22 miles away, Class III-IV - 4.5 miles long (US Route 4 to Carvers Falls Dam)
 Ski Areas Near Putnam Creek:
Hickory Ski Center, New York , 31 miles away, 1280 vertical feet
Whiteface Mountain, New York , 32 miles away, 3166 vertical feet
West Mountain, New York , 36 miles away, 1010 vertical feet
Gore Mountain, New York , 37 miles away, 2100 vertical feet
Mad River Glen, Vermont , 43 miles away, 2037 vertical feet
Cochran Ski Center, Vermont , 43 miles away, 350 vertical feet
Sugarbush, Vermont , 43 miles away, 2650 vertical feet
Willard Mountain, New York , 45 miles away, 505 vertical feet
Pico Mountain, Vermont , 48 miles away, 1967 vertical feet
Mount Pisgah, New York , 48 miles away, 300 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Putnam Creek:
Super 8 Motel Ticonderoga, Ticonderoga , 6 miles away
Best Western Ticonderoga Inn & Suites, Ticonderoga , 6 miles away
Basin Harbor Club, Vergennes , 16 miles away
The Sagamore, Bolton Landing , 21 miles away
The Middlebury Inn, Middlebury , 24 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Putnam Creek:
Brookwood Park Campsite, Ticonderoga, 6 miles away
Brookwood RV Resorts, Ticonderoga, 6 miles away
Craig Harbor Canyon, Port Henry, 7 miles away
 Trails Near Putnam Creek:
Lost Pond Trail, Essex County , 6 miles away
Bear Pond Trail, Essex County , 6 miles away
Clear Pond Trail, Essex County , 7 miles away
Berrymile Pond Trail, Essex County , 8 miles away
Rock Pond Trail, Essex County , 8 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Putnam Creek:
Ticonderoga Country Club, Ticonderoga , 6 miles away

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