Maine whitewater, Big Wilson Stream Franklin county, Willimantic to Earley' Landing section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-V(V+)     4 miles   The natural beauty of Maine and the water flowing gracefully down Big Wilson Stream make the trip here worthwhile. The put-in location is a short drive from Bangor, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside this state you might find the rivers here a bit more forgiving, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that rivers in this state are not as hard as elsewhere.     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. This is not the only paddling stretch in this river system, there are others too. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find lots of paddling spots. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. This stretch of Big Wilson Stream in Maine is 4 miles long and has been rated as a class I-V(V+) section by American Whitewater. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop   paddle, it's perfect for a one day trip. Briefly about the general area: If the weather is great here at Big Wilson Stream, you can go for a hike along the Gulf Hagas Trail. Peaks-Kenny State Park is worth taking a look at if you're at Big Wilson Stream, and on a perfect day you can take a hike along the Northwest Ridge Road. At this river you will always have a good time. There are plenty of folks from Guilford here at Big Wilson Stream. For the period of the warmest time of the year at Big Wilson Stream temperatures are generally in the 70's. Throughout the dark hours of summer temperatures dip down into the 50's. Big Wilson Stream, Willimantic to Earley' Landing 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, Franklin County, 2 miles away       Class I-V(V+) - 4 miles long (Willimantic to Earley' Landing) Ship Pond Stream, Piscataquis County, 3 miles away       Class I-III - 3 miles long (Cow yard Falls to Bucks Cove) Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County, 5 miles away       Class II-III - 5 miles long (Bodfish Crossing to Willimantic) Pleasant River - West Branch, Piscataquis County, 10 miles away       Class V - 4.7 miles long (Bear Brook to Long Pond Road) Piscataquis River, Piscataquis County, 12 miles away       Class I-III - 27.5 miles long (Dover-Foxcroft to Medford) Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County, 13 miles away       Class IV-V - 9 miles long (Lower Wilson Pond to Bodfish Crossing) Piscataquis River, Piscataquis County, 15 miles away       Class II-III - 8 miles long (Blanchard to Upper Abbot) Whitewater Outfitter - Wilderness Expeditions, Piscataquis County, 16 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Piscataquis River - East Branch, Piscataquis County, 17 miles away       Class V - 2.5 miles long (Shirley Mills to Blanchard) Roach River, Piscataquis County, 18 miles away       Class II-III - 6.5 miles long (Kokadjo to Moosehead lake)   Ski Areas Near Big Wilson Stream: Big Squaw, Maine , 21 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 , 40 miles away, 360 foot drop, 3 lifts, 21 runs Camden, Maine , 56 miles away, 1150 foot drop, 3 lifts, 11 runs Titcomb, Maine , 63 miles away, 350 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 65 miles away, 2820 foot drop, 15 lifts, 129 runs Saddleback, Maine , 81 miles away, 2000 foot drop, 5 lifts, 64 runs Lost Valley, Maine , 84 miles away, 240 foot drop, 2 lifts, 17 runs Black Mountain, Maine , 92 miles away, 1120 foot drop, 4 lifts, 21 runs   Marinas Near Big Wilson Stream: East Cove Marina, Greenville , 16 miles away   Hotels Near Big Wilson Stream: The Brewster Inn, Dexter , 15 miles away The Towne Motel, Skowhegan , 35 miles away Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham , 37 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, 5 miles away Cloud Pond Lean-to - Appalachian Trail, Shirley Mills, 6 miles away Long Pond Stream Lean-to - Appalachian Trail, Shirley Mills, 6 miles away   Trails Near Big Wilson Stream: Gulf Hagas Trail, Piscataquis , 10 miles away Northwest Ridge Road, Piscataquis , 14 miles away Number Four Mountain Trail, Piscataquis , 16 miles away Auburn Log Hauling Road, Piscataquis , 17 miles away   Public Lands Near Big Wilson Stream: Peaks-Kenny State Park, Maine , 7 miles away Lily Bay State Park, Maine , 18 miles away   Golf Courses Near Big Wilson Stream: Piscataquis Country Club, Guilford , 7 miles away Country View Golf Club, Brooks , 12 miles away Foxcroft Golf Club, Dover Foxcroft , 13 miles away   Lakes Near Big Wilson Stream Sebec Lake, Piscataquis , 7 miles away Whetstone Pond, Piscataquis , 13 miles away First Roach Pond, Piscataquis , 18 miles away