Vermont whitewater - Wardsboro Brook, Green Mountains, Windham County

Windham county, North Wardsboro to West River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS III-IV     4.5 miles
  This section of Wardsboro Brook in Windham County is 4.5 miles long and has been determined by American Whitewater to be a class III-IV section. The starting point is not too far from Bennington, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Vermont are easier than the national norm, so don't forget that lots of rivers here are good for beginners. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, you can easily run it on an afternoon. There's camping available near Wardsboro
    Brook. The beautiful scenery of Vermont and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. 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.
The North Wardsboro to West River stretch is the only paddling stretch along Wardsboro Brook. The beauty of the Green Mountains is a great plus for this river. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are great reasons to come. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling rivers.

Briefly about the general area:
The warmest time of the year at Wardsboro Brook comes with high temperatures in the 80's. Once the sun is down it plunges down to the 50's. During the winter highs are
 
commonly in the 30's with winter lows in the 10's overnight here at Wardsboro Brook. You just must fancy the Green Mountains.
On a good day at Wardsboro Brook you can take a hike along the Overlook Trail, and the Railroad Bed Trail is a great hiking trail close by. Wardsboro Brook gets a good deal of water; the month of August is the wettest with most of the rain, and February on the other hand is the driest.

Wardsboro Brook, North Wardsboro to West River road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: III-IV
Length: 4.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.04055
Longitude: -72.79334

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.06833
Longitude: -72.73945

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Current weather conditions at Wardsboro Brook, Green Mountains, Vermont
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Local climate location: RUTLAND 20 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Mt Snow Grand Summit Resort, West Dover
10 miles away
Full service resort hotel with 198 rooms & suites situated slope side on Mount Snow. On-site restaurant, pub, convenience store, retail outlet ,full service spa and health club. Bell/valet service. ...

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brattleboro, Vt, Brattleboro
17 miles away
The Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brattleboro. ' All of Vermont and close to home.' We are conveniently located near five major ski areas, canoeing, kayaking and antique shops. Come back and rel...

Brattleboro Super 8 Motel, Brattleboro
17 miles away
The Brattleboro Super 8 wants "To see you along the way." The hotel is conveniently located to Interstate 91. Traveling for business or for leisure, we are the hotel for you. The Hotel offer...



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Outdoors Recreation Near Bennington, Vermont
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Bennington, Vermont, the metro area neareast to Wardsboro Brook. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
 

   

OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Wardsboro Brook.
 Whitewater Near Wardsboro Brook:
Ball Mountain Brook, Windham County , 3 miles away, Class III-IV - 3.5 miles long (Metcalf Road to Jamaica State Park)
West River, Windham County , 3 miles away, Class II - 3.2 miles long (Salmon Hole to Route 100)
Winhall River, Windham / Bennington County , 8 miles away, Class III+ - 4.5 miles long (Grahamville School Road to Winhall Campgrounds)
West River, Windham County , 8 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Londonderry rapids)
Rock River, Windham County , 9 miles away, Class III-IV - 3.3 miles long (South Newfane to West River)
West River, Windham County , 9 miles away, Class III - 2.75 miles long (Ball Mountain Dam to Jamaica State Park)
Deerfield River - East Branch, -blank- County , 14 miles away, Class I-II - 6 miles long (Somerset Reservoir to Searsburg Reservoir)
Deerfield River, Windham County , 14 miles away, Class III - 4.5 miles long (Searsburg Dam to Harriman Reservoir)
Green River, Franklin County , 14 miles away, Class II-III - 5.6 miles long (West Leyden to covered bridge)
Saxton's River, Windham County , 17 miles away, Class II-III - 11 miles long (Grafton to Connecticut River)
 Ski Areas Near Wardsboro Brook:
Magic Mountain, Vermont , 7 miles away, 1700 vertical feet
Mount Snow, Vermont , 10 miles away, 1700 vertical feet
Stratton, Vermont , 10 miles away, 2003 vertical feet
Haystack, Vermont , 11 miles away, 1160 vertical feet
Bromley, Vermont , 14 miles away, 1334 vertical feet
Snow Valley, Vermont , 16 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Living Memorial Park, Vermont , 16 miles away, 204 vertical feet
Okemo, Vermont , 18 miles away, 2200 vertical feet
Berkshire East, Massachusetts , 23 miles away, 1180 vertical feet
Killington, Vermont , 29 miles away, 3050 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Wardsboro Brook:
Mt Snow Grand Summit Resort, West Dover , 10 miles away
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Brattleboro, Vt, Brattleboro , 17 miles away
Brattleboro Super 8 Motel, Brattleboro , 17 miles away
Colonial Motel And Spa, Brattleboro , 17 miles away
Americas Best Inns-Brattleboro, Brattleboro , 17 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Wardsboro Brook:
Bald Mountain Camp Ground, Townshend, 6 miles away
Camperama, Townshend, 7 miles away
Kenolie Village Campground, Newfane, 10 miles away
 Trails Near Wardsboro Brook:
Overlook Trail, Windham County , 3 miles away
Railroad Bed Trail, Windham County , 3 miles away
Hamilton Falls Trail, Windham County , 4 miles away
Mount Olga Trail, Windham County , 11 miles away
Ghost Trail, Windham County , 11 miles away
 Lakes Near Wardsboro Brook

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