New York whitewater - Salmon River, Adirondack Mountains, Clinton County Clinton county, Military Turnpike below Schuyler Falls to Lake Champlain section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV     6.5 miles   More strainers in this river than I have ever seen, anywhere. Upper part to 87 could be a great run at about 2 1/2 feet(guage on bridge on salmon river rd.) Again, have to be aware of strainers, most are river wide. Dont bother with 87 east to lake champlain, mostly flat with over twenty beaver dams. Lots of leaches. Says Doug Hilderbrandt Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often more difficult than elsewhere, so better not forget that a lot of the rivers here are not suitable for beginners. The starting point is not too far from     Plattsburgh, as you can see on the road map further down. On this section you do get some distance, it's perfect for a one day trip. A good workout and just being out on the river for a while are great reasons to come. This is the only paddling stretch along Salmon River. The Military Turnpike below Schuyler Falls to Lake Champlain section of Salmon River in Clinton County is 6.5 miles long and has been rated as a class IV section by American Whitewater. No need to look hard for hotels, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. The nature scenery of Clinton County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream will make you feel great. The Adirondack Mountains scenery is wonderful. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking   this is an area with plenty of places for that. Briefly about the general area: Why not explore Bluff Point also since you're here; close by Valcour Shoal is a delightful site to go. Salmon River gets a typical amount of annual rain; August is when you get the most rain here; the driest month of the year is February. Throughout the summer at Salmon River temperatures are typically in the 70's, and through the night it cools down to the 50's. All through the winter this place gets highs in the 20's, and night lows during the winter for Salmon River tend to be in the 0's. So many exciting things in the Adirondack Mountains, just remarkable. Salmon River, Military Turnpike below Schuyler Falls to Lake Champlain road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: IV Length: 6.5 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 44.65079 Longitude: -73.44809 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 44.62759 Longitude: -73.44809 Paddler input for Salmon River, New York: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Salmon River, Adirondack Mountains, New York Local climate location: DANNEMORA 10 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Comfort Inn & Suites, Plattsburgh 4 miles away Located in the heart of the city and county primary business district at the intersection of I-87 and Route 3. Three major shopping centers within walking distance. 14,000 square foot health club. The... Holiday Inn PLATTSBURGH (ADIRONDACK AREA), Plattsburgh 4 miles away Relax in splendor at the foot of the Adirondack Mountains-wander through a city with a historical background-then tour beautiful Lake Champlain. The Holiday Inn Hotel Plattsburgh is conveniently locat... Best Western The Inn At Smithfield, Plattsburgh 4 miles away Enjoy convenient access to Plattsburgh State University, Champlain Valley Physicians Medical Center and Lake Champlain while staying at this Plattsburgh, New York hotel. Welcome to the Best Western I...   Adirondack Mountains Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater kayaking and rafting spots in the Adirondack Mountains. Adirondack Mountains Outdoors Info Complete outdoors info for the Adirondack Mountains. All New York Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in New York. Books about whitewater paddling on Salmon River, New York List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Salmon 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 Plattsburgh, New York Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Plattsburgh, New York, the metro area neareast to Salmon River. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Salmon River.   Whitewater Near Salmon River: Ausable River, Clinton/ Essex County , 5 miles away, Class III-V+ - 6 miles long (Keeseville to US Route 9) Saranac River, Clinton County , 9 miles away, Class II-III - 12.5 miles long (Foot of Kent Falls to Lake Champlain) Boquet River - North Branch, Essex County , 15 miles away, Class III-IV - 6 miles long (Reber to Bouquet River) Boquet River, Essex County , 16 miles away, Class II-V - 22.7 miles long (Boquet to Willsboro) Boquet River, Essex County , 18 miles away, Class II-IV - 16.6 miles long (Northway to Boquet) Great Chazy River, Clinton County , 18 miles away, Class IV+ - 11 miles long (Miner Lake to Mooers) Great Chazy River, Clinton County , 21 miles away, Class II-III(IV) - 5 miles long (Chazy Lake to Miner Lake) Black River, Clinton / Essex County , 23 miles away, Class III-IV+ - 2.7 miles long (Hawkinsville to Port Leyden) Ausable River - West Branch, Essex County , 23 miles away, Class I-III+ - 11 miles long (Wilmington to Ausable Forks) Boquet River, Essex County , 24 miles away, Class II-III - 17.6 miles long (Beaver Meadow Brook to Northway)   Ski Areas Near Salmon River: Whiteface Mountain, New York , 32 miles away, 3166 vertical feet Cochran Ski Center, Vermont , 34 miles away, 350 vertical feet Mad River Glen, Vermont , 42 miles away, 2037 vertical feet Bolton Valley, Vermont , 43 miles away, 1634 vertical feet Sugarbush, Vermont , 45 miles away, 2650 vertical feet Stowe, Vermont , 46 miles away, 2360 vertical feet Smugglers Notch, Vermont , 47 miles away, 2610 vertical feet Mount Pisgah, New York , 49 miles away, 300 vertical feet Titus Mountain, New York , 55 miles away, 1200 vertical feet Gore Mountain, New York , 61 miles away, 2100 vertical feet   Hotels Near Salmon River: Comfort Inn & Suites, Plattsburgh , 4 miles away Holiday Inn PLATTSBURGH (ADIRONDACK AREA), Plattsburgh , 4 miles away Best Western The Inn At Smithfield, Plattsburgh , 4 miles away Rip Van Winkle Motel, Plattsburgh , 4 miles away Super 8 Plattsburgh, Plattsburgh , 4 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Salmon River: Snug Harbor Marina, Plattsburgh, 1 miles away Buirchwood Campgrounds, Peru, 3 miles away Iroquois R V Park and Campground, Peru, 3 miles away   Trails Near Salmon River: West Shore Trail, Franklin County , 18 miles away Southern Tip Trail, Franklin County , 18 miles away North Shore Trail, Franklin County , 18 miles away Island Farm Nature Trail, Franklin County , 18 miles away   Golf Courses Near Salmon River: Adirondack Golf & Country Club, Peru , 3 miles away