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
  The put-in location is a short drive from Bennington, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The natural beauty of Windham County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream make the trip here worthwhile. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. The beauty of the Green Mountains is a great plus for this river. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination.
    The North Wardsboro to West River section of Wardsboro Brook is 4.5 miles long and it is classified as a class III-IV section by American Whitewater. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Vermont is often easier than elsewhere, so keep in mind that rivers here are less demanding.
Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. This is a pretty decent length section, it's good length for a morning trip. This is the only paddling section along Wardsboro Brook. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots.

Briefly about the general area:
If you like the outdoors you'll like it here in the Green Mountains. There is a magnificent hiking trail in the vicinity of Wardsboro Brook called the Overlook Trail, and
 
going for a hike on the Railroad Bed Trail is always a good adventure.
For the duration of the summer at Wardsboro Brook temperatures are regularly in the 80's, and the night is a bit cooler of course, mostly in the 50's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 30's, and night lows in the 10's for Wardsboro Brook. Wardsboro Brook is a wet spot that gets lots of precipitation; the wettest month of the year is regularly August, that's the one that rains the most; 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 is ' all of Vermont and close to home.' We are conveniently located near five major ski areas such as Mount Snow, canoeing, kayaking and antique shop...

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



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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

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