Vermont whitewater - Otter Creek, Rutland / Addison County Rutland / Addison county, Above Bleeders Dam to Bleeders Dam section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-IV     0 miles   The starting point is not too far from Rutland, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. The nature scenery of Vermont and the cool fresh 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. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Vermont are often easier than in other states, so better not forget that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. Getting     some good exercise and just being out on the river for a while are great attractions for lots of people. This is an extremely short stretch so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. The Above Bleeders Dam to Bleeders Dam stretch of Otter Creek is 0 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a class III-IV section. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good places. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. This is the only paddling stretch along Otter Creek. Briefly about the general area: Otter Creek gets a typical amount of annual precipitation; of all the months in a year August is the one with the most rain, and the driest month is February. During the days of summer at Otter Creek temperatures are commonly   in the 80's. All through the moonlight hours it's typically in the 50's. High temperatures during the winter are normally in the 20's, and throughout the dark hours in the winter at Otter Creek temperatures descend to the 0's. Otter Creek, Above Bleeders Dam to Bleeders Dam road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked. QUICK STATS AW Class: III-IV Length: 0 miles    Putin Location Coordinates: Latitude: 43.84638 Longitude: -73.15223 Takeout Location Coordinates: Latitude: 43.84638 Longitude: -73.15223 Paddler input for Otter Creek, Vermont: Submit Input: Your Name: Write or Paste Input here: Upload picture:      Input Submission Guidelines Current weather conditions at Otter Creek, Vermont Local climate location: CORNWALL 13 miles away RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river. Courtyard By Marriott Middlebury, Middlebury 8 miles away The Middlebury Courtyard is Vermont's newest and most unique Marriott property (opened in 2004). Combining New England design and decor with modern services and amenities, the new Middlebury Courtyar... The Middlebury Inn, Middlebury 8 miles away Since 1827 the historic Middlebury Inn has been welcoming guests from all over the world. With 70 beautifully- newly restored rooms- and small town customer service- the Middlebury Inn is known for it... The Moutain Top Inn and Resort, Chittenden 16 miles away The Mountain Top Inn is Vermonts classic four season resort, located in Central Vermont, just 11 miles from Killington. Majestically set on 350 acres with sweeping views of a pristine mountain lake a...   All Vermont Whitewater Complete list of all the whitewater paddling spots in Vermont. Books about whitewater paddling on Otter Creek, Vermont List of books from Amazon.com that cover whitewater paddling on Otter Creek, Vermont. Find a whitewater outfitter in Vermont Whitewater Basics If you're new to whitewater paddling please take a look at this basic whitewater info. Outdoors Recreation Near Rutland, Vermont Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Rutland, Vermont, the metro area neareast to Otter Creek. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.       These outdoors activities are available near Otter Creek.   Whitewater Near Otter Creek: Middlebury River, Addison County , 9 miles away, Class V - 2.6 miles long (Ripton to East Middlebury) New Haven River, Addison County , 12 miles away, Class II-IV - 13 miles long (Baldwin Creek to Otter Creek) Poultney River, Rutland County , 16 miles away, Class III-IV - 4.5 miles long (US Route 4 to Carvers Falls Dam) Poultney River, Washington County , 16 miles away, Class III-IV - 4 miles long (US Route 4 to Carvers Falls Dam) Clarendon River, Rutland County , 16 miles away, Class II-III - 3 miles long (Clarendon Springs to West Rutland) New Haven River, Addison County , 16 miles away, Class V - 1.3 miles long (West Lincoln to Route 116 bridge) La Chute River, Essex County , 18 miles away, Class II-V+ - 3.5 miles long (Lake George to Lake Champlain) Lewis Creek, Chittendon / Addison County , 21 miles away, Class II - 10 miles long (Prindle Corner to Lake Champlain) Mettawee River, Washington County , 22 miles away, Class I-V - 12 miles long (Raceville to Grays Corner) Mill River, Rutland County , 24 miles away, Class II-III - 6 miles long (East Wallingford to Clarendon)   Ski Areas Near Otter Creek: Sugarbush, Vermont , 23 miles away, 2650 vertical feet Pico Mountain, Vermont , 23 miles away, 1967 vertical feet Mad River Glen, Vermont , 24 miles away, 2037 vertical feet Killington, Vermont , 27 miles away, 3050 vertical feet Cochran Ski Center, Vermont , 30 miles away, 350 vertical feet Snow Valley, Vermont , 35 miles away, 700 vertical feet Bromley, Vermont , 35 miles away, 1334 vertical feet Bolton Valley, Vermont , 35 miles away, 1634 vertical feet Okemo, Vermont , 37 miles away, 2200 vertical feet Twin Farms, Vermont , 39 miles away, 700 vertical feet   Hotels Near Otter Creek: Courtyard By Marriott Middlebury, Middlebury , 8 miles away The Middlebury Inn, Middlebury , 8 miles away The Moutain Top Inn and Resort, Chittenden , 16 miles away Highlander Motel, Rutland , 17 miles away Rodeway Inn Rutland, Rutland , 17 miles away   Camp Grounds Near Otter Creek: Smoke Rise Family Campground, Rutland County, 4 miles away Country Village Campgrounds, Brandon, 5 miles away Lake Dunmore Kampersville, Salisbury, 5 miles away   Trails Near Otter Creek: Nature Trail, Addison County , 7 miles away Falls of Lana Trail, Addison County , 7 miles away Chandler Ridge Trail, Addison County , 7 miles away Keewaydin Trail, Addison County , 7 miles away Silver Lake Trail, Addison County , 7 miles away   Golf Courses Near Otter Creek: Neshobe Golf Club, Brandon , 5 miles away   Lakes Near Otter Creek