New York whitewater - Salmon River, Adirondack Mountains, Franklin County

Franklin county, Chasm Falls section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS V+     0.5 miles
  The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Malone, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The average New York whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be harder to run than those in other states, so keep in mind that a large number of rivers in this state are not easy. This section of Salmon River in Franklin County is 0.5 miles long and it is classified as a class V+ section by American Whitewater. Whitewater paddling here in the Adirondack Mountains is a great experience. You can pitch a tent or park your
    RV at a nearby campground. Getting a good workout and spending some quality time in nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. This is one of a small number of paddling sections in this river system, there are a few others too. This stretch is very short so you'd better
be prepared to walk your kayak back to put-in a few times. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The beautiful scenery of New York and the cool fresh water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good places.

Briefly about the general area:
And that's not everything there is to do here in the Adirondack Mountains. What would a site like Salmon River be without exciting nearby marks like
 
Needles Eye, and Franklin State Forest Number One is a pleasant local forest. High temperatures at Salmon River during the long summer days are in the 70's. Summer nighttime lows dip down to the 50's. During the winter the highs are ordinarily in the 20's; nighttime lows in the 0's for Salmon River.
Don't leave Salmon River without first checking out The Bend, and skiing at Titus Mountain is one of those things you just should do. This river has it all. Salmon River is a relatively wet place commonly with a great deal of rain; the wettest month of the year is regularly August, that's the one that rains the most, and February is when it's the driest.

Salmon River, Chasm Falls road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: V+
Length: 0.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.7457
Longitude: -74.22281

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.75329
Longitude: -74.21701

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Current weather conditions at Salmon River, Adirondack Mountains, New York
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Local climate location: CHASM FALLS 15 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Super 8 Malone, Malone
7 miles away
The Super 8 Malone NY, better known as the Star of the North, is a great starting point for those who wish to enjoy the blazing color of the Adirondacks in the fall or pursue North Country Exploration...

Econo Lodge Malone, Malone
8 miles away
Hotel is located only minutes from the Malone Country Club Golf Course and Titus Mountain Ski area. Microwaves and refrigerators available in all rooms. Rate includes continental breakfast. Restauran...

Woodlake Inn, Lake Placid
21 miles away
The Woodlake Inn is located in the heart of the Olympic Village of Lake Placid in the majestic Adirondack Mountains of upstate New York The authentic Adirondack log and twig work style Inn is centrall...



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

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Salmon River.
 Whitewater Near Salmon River:
Salmon River, Franklin County , 4 miles away, Class II-IV - 3.9 miles long (Mt. View Lake to Hatch Brook)
Salmon River, Franklin County , 8 miles away, Class II-IV - 20 miles long (Chasm Falls to Westville Center)
Little Trout River, Franklin County , 8 miles away, Class IV-V - 2 miles long (Burke to US 11)
Meacham Lake Outlet, Franklin County , 12 miles away, Class III-V(V+) - 1.2 miles long (Route 30 Bridge to Rice Brook)
Chateaugay River, Franklin County , 12 miles away, Class II-V+ - 12.2 miles long (Lower Chateugay Lake to Cooks Mill)
Marble River, Franklin County , 13 miles away, Class II-V+ - 3.5 miles long (Route 374 to Cooks Mill)
Deer River, Franklin County , 15 miles away, Class II-V+ - 14 miles long (Red Tavern Road to Deer River Stat)
St. Regis River - East Branch, Franklin County , 16 miles away, Class III-V+ - 6 miles long (Everton Falls to Middle Branch)
Saranac River - North Branch, Franklin/ Clinton County , 18 miles away, Class III-IV - 10.5 miles long (Mud Pond to Cold Brook)
St. Regis River - Middle Branch, Franklin County , 20 miles away, Class IV-V - 8 miles long (Quebec Brook to Spring Cove)
 Ski Areas Near Salmon River:
Titus Mountain, New York , 1 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
Mount Pisgah, New York , 21 miles away, 300 vertical feet
Whiteface Mountain, New York , 31 miles away, 3166 vertical feet
Gore Mountain, New York , 55 miles away, 2100 vertical feet
Mont Saint Sauveur, Quebec , 56 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Hickory Ski Center, New York , 68 miles away, 1280 vertical feet
Mont Blanc - Faustin, Quebec , 69 miles away, 983 vertical feet
McCauley Mountain, New York , 73 miles away, 633 vertical feet
Gray Rocks, Quebec , 74 miles away, 620 vertical feet
Tremblant, Quebec , 76 miles away, 2131 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Salmon River:
Super 8 Malone, Malone , 7 miles away
Econo Lodge Malone, Malone , 8 miles away
Woodlake Inn, Lake Placid , 21 miles away
THE HOTEL SARANAC, Saranac Lake , 22 miles away
Best Western Mountain Lake Inn, Saranac Lake , 22 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Salmon River:
Deer River Campsites, Malone, 5 miles away
Legton, Malone, 7 miles away
Pine Ridge Park, Constable, 11 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Salmon River:
Malone Golf Club, Malone , 5 miles away
 Lakes Near Salmon River

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