New York whitewater - St. Regis River - West Branch, St. Lawrence County

St. Lawrence county, High Falls to Long Pond Outlet section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II     3 miles
  The High Falls to Long Pond Outlet stretch of St. Regis River - West Branch in St. Lawrence County is 3 miles long and it is classified as a class II section by American Whitewater. The starting point is not too far from Malone, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in New York is often more difficult than elsewhere, so if you're not from around here don't forget
    that lots of rivers here are not for beginners. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. This is a pretty short section
so you'll have to walk back to the start over and over. Getting some good exercise and just being out on the river for a while have people coming from far and near. This is not the only paddling stretch in this river system, there are others too. The natural beauty of New York and the playfulness of the water beats anything.

Briefly about the general area:
A short tour to High Falls is always worthwhile. All through the summertime months at St. Regis River - West Branch highs are mostly in the 80's; the nighttime is somewhat cooler of course,
 
typically in the 50's. Through the wintertime the highs are ordinarily in the 20's; winter nights come with lows in the 0's to St. Regis River - West Branch.
The amount of rainfall that falls at St. Regis River - West Branch is close to the national average; August is the month that gets the most rain, and February is the month with the least moisture.

St. Regis River - West Branch, High Falls to Long Pond Outlet road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II
Length: 3 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.4659
Longitude: -74.62011

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 44.4975
Longitude: -74.66221

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Current weather conditions at St. Regis River - West Branch, New York
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Local climate location: MASSENA FAA AP 9 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Red Carpet Inn Massena, Massena
26 miles away
NICE INN OFF SCENIC HIGHWAY NEAR SHOPPING, RESTRAUNTS, AND STATE PARKS. POINTS OF INTERST ARE MOHAWK CASINO 6 MILES AWAY; FISHING AND PICNIC AT ROBERT MOSES STATE PARK, ST. LAWRENCE RIVER-FDR POWER PR...

Massena Super 8 Motel, Massena
28 miles away
The Massena Super 8 Motel is a Pride of Super 8 and clean and friendly award winning property with Triple AAA 2 Diamond Rating. Newly Renovated in 2003 we are located in the beautiful St. Lawrence Sea...

Econo Lodge Malone, Malone
29 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...



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Outdoors Recreation Near Malone, New York
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Malone, New York, the metro area neareast to St. Regis River - West Branch. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near St. Regis River - West Branch.
 Whitewater Near St. Regis River - West Branch:
Jordan River, St Lawrence County , 7 miles away, Class II-V - 1.5 miles long (1.5 miles above mouth to mouth)
Raquette River, St. Lawrence County , 9 miles away, Class II-V - 17.5 miles long (Piercefield to Parmenter Site)
Lake Ozonia Outlet, Franklin/ St. Lawrence County , 10 miles away, Class IV-V+ - 2.5 miles long (Howe Road to Mill Road)
St. Regis River - West Branch, St. Lawrence County , 10 miles away, Class II-V+ - 7.5 miles long (Sylvans Falls to Parishville)
St. Regis River - Middle Branch, St. Lawrence/ Franklin County , 10 miles away, Class III+(IV) - 10.4 miles long (St. Regis Falls to Fort Jackson)
St. Regis River - Middle Branch, Franklin County , 13 miles away, Class IV-V - 8 miles long (Quebec Brook to Spring Cove)
St. Regis River - Middle Branch, St. Lawrence/ Franklin County , 13 miles away, Class II-V+ - 7.3 miles long (Route 458 to St Regis Falls)
Deer River, St. Lawrence County , 13 miles away, Class II-III - 4.5 miles long (Route 11B to Lawrenceville)
St. Regis River - Middle Branch, St. Lawrence/Franklin County , 14 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (Fort Jackson to Buckton)
St. Regis River - East Branch, Franklin County , 16 miles away, Class III-V+ - 6 miles long (Everton Falls to Middle Branch)
 Ski Areas Near St. Regis River - West Branch:
Titus Mountain, New York , 31 miles away, 1200 vertical feet
Mount Pisgah, New York , 36 miles away, 300 vertical feet
McCauley Mountain, New York , 45 miles away, 633 vertical feet
Whiteface Mountain, New York , 54 miles away, 3430 vertical feet
Gore Mountain, New York , 59 miles away, 2100 vertical feet
Snow Ridge, New York , 68 miles away, 500 vertical feet
Hickory Ski Center, New York , 75 miles away, 1280 vertical feet
Woods Valley, New York , 78 miles away, 500 vertical feet
West Mountain, New York , 87 miles away, 1010 vertical feet
Dry Hill, New York , 92 miles away, 300 vertical feet
 Hotels Near St. Regis River - West Branch:
Red Carpet Inn Massena, Massena , 26 miles away
Massena Super 8 Motel, Massena , 28 miles away
Econo Lodge Malone, Malone , 29 miles away
Super 8 Motel - Malone, Malone , 30 miles away
Comfort Suites Canton, Canton , 35 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near St. Regis River - West Branch:
Santa Clara Riverside RV Park and Campground, Saint Regis Falls, 10 miles away
Blue Jay Campsites, Tupper Lake, 18 miles away
Robinson's Iga, Cranberry Lake, 18 miles away

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