Maine whitewater, Big Wilson Stream Piscataquis county, Bodfish Crossing to Willimantic section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     5 miles   The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master in this state than those in other states, so better not forget that rivers in this state are less demanding. The Bodfish Crossing to Willimantic stretch of Big Wilson Stream is 5 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II-III section of whitewater. The wonderful Maine scenery and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and     paddle. A good workout and just hanging out with mother nature are great reasons to come. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The Bodfish Crossing to Willimantic stretch is one of many paddling stretches in this river system. This is a pretty decent length section, suitable for an afternoon trip. If you're coming from Bangor it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, as you can see on the road map further down. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way this is an area with plenty of spots for that.   For all you camping people there are campgrounds nearby. Briefly about the general area: While you're here at Big Wilson Stream you will meet lots of people from close by Monson. While you're here at Big Wilson Stream you can take a hike along the Number Four Mountain Trail, and unsurprisingly, everyone loves Peaks-Kenny State Park. Lots of fun awaits you along this river. Have a delightful hiking adventure along the Gulf Hagas Trail, and Lily Bay State Park is a good site to go. Big Wilson Stream gets a normal amount of annual precipitation. July is the wettest month with most rain, and February meanwhile is the driest month. Big Wilson Stream, Bodfish Crossing to Willimantic road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.     Map Detailed Map Stats Stats for this river stretch Weather Local weather forecast These outdoors activities are available near Big Wilson Stream.   Whitewater Near Big Wilson Stream: Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County, 2 miles away       Class II-III - 5 miles long (Bodfish Crossing to Willimantic) Big Wilson Stream, Franklin County, 2 miles away       Class I-V(V+) - 4 miles long (Willimantic to Earley' Landing) Ship Pond Stream, Piscataquis County, 6 miles away       Class I-III - 3 miles long (Cow yard Falls to Bucks Cove) Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County, 9 miles away       Class IV-V - 9 miles long (Lower Wilson Pond to Bodfish Crossing) Pleasant River - West Branch, Piscataquis County, 9 miles away       Class V - 4.7 miles long (Bear Brook to Long Pond Road) Piscataquis River, Piscataquis County, 12 miles away       Class II-III - 8 miles long (Blanchard to Upper Abbot) Whitewater Outfitter - Wilderness Expeditions, Piscataquis County, 13 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Piscataquis River - East Branch, Piscataquis County, 14 miles away       Class V - 2.5 miles long (Shirley Mills to Blanchard) Piscataquis River, Piscataquis County, 16 miles away       Class I-III - 27.5 miles long (Dover-Foxcroft to Medford) Roach River, Piscataquis County, 16 miles away       Class II-III - 6.5 miles long (Kokadjo to Moosehead lake)   Ski Areas Near Big Wilson Stream: Big Squaw, Maine , 20 miles away, 1750 foot drop, 4 lifts, 15 runs Eaton Mountain, Maine , 31 miles away, 525 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 43 miles away, 360 foot drop, 3 lifts, 21 runs Camden, Maine , 58 miles away, 1150 foot drop, 3 lifts, 11 runs Titcomb, Maine , 62 miles away, 350 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 63 miles away, 2820 foot drop, 15 lifts, 129 runs Saddleback, Maine , 79 miles away, 2000 foot drop, 5 lifts, 64 runs Lost Valley, Maine , 83 miles away, 240 foot drop, 2 lifts, 17 runs Black Mountain, Maine , 90 miles away, 1120 foot drop, 4 lifts, 21 runs   Marinas Near Big Wilson Stream: East Cove Marina, Greenville , 13 miles away   Hotels Near Big Wilson Stream: The Brewster Inn, Dexter , 18 miles away The Towne Motel, Skowhegan , 34 miles away Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham , 35 miles away Vintage Charm Bed And Breakfas, Waterville , 40 miles away Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel, Waterville , 40 miles away   Campgrounds Near Big Wilson Stream: Wildwood Shores Campground, Monson, 2 miles away Wilson Valley Lean-to - Appalachian Trail, Monson, 4 miles away Long Pond Stream Lean-to - Appalachian Trail, Shirley Mills, 4 miles away   Trails Near Big Wilson Stream: Gulf Hagas Trail, Piscataquis , 10 miles away Number Four Mountain Trail, Piscataquis , 14 miles away Northwest Ridge Road, Piscataquis , 17 miles away Intake Trail, Piscataquis , 18 miles away Auburn Log Hauling Road, Piscataquis , 19 miles away   Public Lands Near Big Wilson Stream: Peaks-Kenny State Park, Maine , 11 miles away Lily Bay State Park, Maine , 15 miles away   Golf Courses Near Big Wilson Stream: Piscataquis Country Club, Guilford , 8 miles away Country View Golf Club, Brooks , 15 miles away Foxcroft Golf Club, Dover Foxcroft , 16 miles away   Lakes Near Big Wilson Stream Sebec Lake, Piscataquis , 11 miles away Whetstone Pond, Piscataquis , 11 miles away First Roach Pond, Piscataquis , 16 miles away