Vermont whitewater - Williams River, Windham County

Windham county, Northchester to Brockway Mills section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.

 

CLASS II     7.5 miles
  Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Vermont is often easier than elsewhere, so better not forget that many of the rivers here are not very demanding. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Keene, as you can see on the road map further down. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. The Northchester to Brockway Mills section of Williams River in Windham County is 7.5 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II section of whitewater. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this is an area with plenty
    of places for that. A good workout and spending some quality time in nature have people coming from far and near. 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 natural beauty of Vermont and the water flowing gracefully down Williams River have people coming here. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, it's perfect for a one day trip. This is the only paddling section along Williams River.

Briefly about the general area:
Some wonderful nature is available in Rockingham Town Forest; a good site to have a look at close by is Kingdom Valley.
Throughout the warmest time of the year here at Williams River, high temperatures frequently get into the 80's. When the night
 
sets in temperatures drop down into the 50's. High temperatures throughout the wintertime are normally in the 30's while Williams River night low temperatures throughout the winter are in the 10's. The high level of rain makes Williams River a pretty wet site; through the month of August you get the most rain around here; February on the other hand is the driest.

Williams River, Northchester to Brockway Mills road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.

QUICK STATS
AW Class: II
Length: 7.5 miles
  
Putin Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.30416
Longitude: -72.60779

Takeout Location Coordinates:
Latitude: 43.19638
Longitude: -72.49862

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Current weather conditions at Williams River, Vermont
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Local climate location: RUTLAND 5 miles away


RAFTING TRIP OUTFITTERS

There are no whitewater outfitters currently listed for this river.

Everyday Inn, Bellows Falls
8 miles away
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Holiday Inn Express SPRINGFIELD, Springfield
8 miles away
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Castle Hill Resort and Spa, Cavendish
9 miles away
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OUTDOORS
These outdoors activities are available near Williams River.
 Whitewater Near Williams River:
Saxton's River, Windham County , 6 miles away, Class II-III - 11 miles long (Grafton to Connecticut River)
Black River, Windsor County , 7 miles away, Class II - 7.5 miles long (Whitesville to Perkinsville)
Cold River, Cheshire County , 13 miles away, Class II - 2 miles long (Alstead to Drewsville)
Cold River, Cheshire/Sullivan County , 15 miles away, Class III-IV - 0.7 miles long (Vilas Pool to Alstead)
West River, Windham County , 15 miles away, Class III - 2.75 miles long (Ball Mountain Dam to Jamaica State Park)
Cold River, Sullivan County , 17 miles away, Class II - 5.5 miles long (South Acworth to Vilas Pool)
West River, Windham County , 18 miles away, Class II-III - 5 miles long (Londonderry rapids)
Rock River, Windham County , 18 miles away, Class III-IV - 3.3 miles long (South Newfane to West River)
Wardsboro Brook, Windham County , 18 miles away, Class III-IV - 4.5 miles long (North Wardsboro to West River)
West River, Windham County , 18 miles away, Class II - 3.2 miles long (Salmon Hole to Route 100)
 Ski Areas Near Williams River:
Ascutney, Vermont , 12 miles away, 1800 vertical feet
Okemo, Vermont , 14 miles away, 2210 vertical feet
Magic Mountain, Vermont , 15 miles away, 1700 vertical feet
Living Memorial Park, Vermont , 21 miles away, 204 vertical feet
Suicide Six, Vermont , 21 miles away, 650 vertical feet
Twin Farms, Vermont , 24 miles away, 700 vertical feet
Stratton, Vermont , 25 miles away, 2003 vertical feet
Killington, Vermont , 25 miles away, 3050 vertical feet
Bromley Mountain, Vermont , 26 miles away, 1334 vertical feet
Mount Snow, Vermont , 28 miles away, 1700 vertical feet
 Hotels Near Williams River:
Everyday Inn, Bellows Falls , 8 miles away
Holiday Inn Express SPRINGFIELD, Springfield , 8 miles away
Castle Hill Resort and Spa, Cavendish , 9 miles away
Best Western Ludlow Colonial Motel, Ludlow , 12 miles away
Holiday Inn Club Vacations AT ASCUTNEY MOUNTAIN RESORT, Brownsville , 12 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Williams River:
Hidden Valley Campgrounds, Chester, 4 miles away
Tree Farm Campground, Springfield, 7 miles away
The Farm Campground, Windsor County, 7 miles away
 Trails Near Williams River:
Hang Glider Trail, Windsor County , 12 miles away
Slot Trail, Windsor County , 12 miles away
Futures Trail, Windsor County , 13 miles away
Railroad Bed Trail, Windham County , 16 miles away
Hamilton Falls Trail, Windham County , 16 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Williams River:
Crown Point Country Club, Springfield , 6 miles away

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