Maine whitewater, Carrabasset Franklin Somerset county, Kingfield to US201A section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-IV     20 miles   This section of Carrabasset in Maine is 20 miles long and has been rated as a class I-IV section by American Whitewater. If you're coming from Augusta-Waterville it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, as you can see on the road map further down. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, there are lots of good     rivers for that around here. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The beautiful scenery of Franklin Somerset County and the cool fresh water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Maine are often easier than in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that lots of rivers in this state are good for beginners. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while will make you glad you came. This stretch is long   enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your sleeping bag. Briefly about the general area: Here at Carrabasset you'll perhaps meet some people from North Anson, and you can have a wonderful hiking adventure along the Arnolds Trail. Summertime at Carrabasset comes with high temperatures in the 70's. Summer night lows drop down to the 50's. During the wintertime the highs are regularly in the 20's while Carrabasset nighttime low temperatures all through the winter are in the 0's. Carrabasset gets a normal amount of yearly rainfall. November is the month that gets the most snow; February is when it's the driest. Carrabasset, Kingfield to US201A 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 Carrabasset.   Whitewater Near Carrabasset: Sandy Stream, Somerset County, 9 miles away       Class IV-V - 5 miles long (Stony Brook to Michael Stream) Carrabasset, Franklin Somerset County, 9 miles away       Class I-IV - 20 miles long (Kingfield to US201A) Whitewater Outfitter - North Country Rivers, Somerset County, 12 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Whitewater Outfitter - Penobscot Adventures, Penobscot County, 12 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Whitewater Outfitter - Professional River Runners of Maine, Somerset County, 13 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Carrying Place Stream, Somerset County, 14 miles away       Class V - 2.3 miles long (Carrying Place Township) Sandy River, Franklin County, 14 miles away       Class II-III - 6 miles long (Farmington Falls to New Sharon) Carrabasset, Franklin County, 15 miles away       Class I-IV - 10 miles long (Carrabasset to Kingfield) Whitewater Outfitter - Adventure Bound, Somerset County, 16 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Pierce Pond Stream, Somerset County, 16 miles away       Class V+ - 3.5 miles long (Pierce Pond to Kennebec River)   Ski Areas Near Carrabasset: Titcomb, Maine , 16 miles away, 350 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 21 miles away, 2820 foot drop, 15 lifts, 129 runs Eaton Mountain, Maine , 29 miles away, 525 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs Saddleback, Maine , 35 miles away, 2000 foot drop, 5 lifts, 64 runs Lost Valley, Maine , 42 miles away, 240 foot drop, 2 lifts, 17 runs Black Mountain, Maine , 44 miles away, 1120 foot drop, 4 lifts, 21 runs Mount Abram, Maine , 54 miles away, 1150 foot drop, 5 lifts, 39 runs Sunday River, Maine , 61 miles away, 2340 foot drop, 18 lifts, 128 runs Big Squaw, Maine , 63 miles away, 1750 foot drop, 4 lifts, 15 runs Shawnee Peak, Maine , 69 miles away, 1300 foot drop, 5 lifts, 44 runs   Hotels Near Carrabasset: Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham , 12 miles away Colonial Valley Motel, Farmington , 16 miles away Mount Blue Motel, Farmington , 17 miles away Comfort Inn & Suites, Wilton , 17 miles away The Towne Motel, Skowhegan , 22 miles away   Campgrounds Near Carrabasset: Gilman Pond Campground, New Portland, 4 miles away Happy Horseshoe Campground, Somerset County, 5 miles away Deer Farms Camps and Campground, Kingfield, 11 miles away   Trails Near Carrabasset: Arnolds Trail, Somerset , 13 miles away Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Oxford , 19 miles away   Public Lands Near Carrabasset: Mt. Blue State Park, Maine , 26 miles away Peacock Beach State Park, Maine , 38 miles away   Golf Courses Near Carrabasset: Sandy River Golf Course, New Sharon , 14 miles away Lakewood Golf Course, Madison , 19 miles away   Lakes Near Carrabasset Embden Pond, Somerset , 6 miles away Morse Pond, Somerset , 17 miles away Otter Pond, Somerset , 18 miles away