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Maine whitewater, Enchanted Stream
Somerset
county,
to Dead River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS V 9 miles
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The average Maine whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit easier to master than those in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that lots of rivers in this state are good for beginners. This stretch of Enchanted Stream in Somerset County is 9 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class V section of whitewater. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, but do book a room before you |
come because it is a very popular destination. This stretch has has enough mileage, you can easily run it on an afternoon. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find
| lots of paddling places. Getting your paddling muscles activated and a chance to spend some time outdoors are sure to keep you coming back for more. This river system has a few good paddling sections and the to Dead River section is one of them. The natural beauty of Maine and the cool fresh water have people coming here. The starting location is a short drive from Augusta-Waterville, as you can see on the road map further down. If you're | |
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a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby.
Briefly about the general area: Good hiking is available along the Arnolds Trail, and there are plenty of people from Rockwood here at Enchanted Stream.
Hiking is a popular thing to do around Enchanted Stream; Sally Mountain Trail is a pleasant local trail. Summer brings highs in the 70's to Enchanted Stream. All through the dark hours of summer temperatures fall down into
the 50's. Daytime highs during the winter are in the 20's while the cold winter nights at Enchanted Stream are in the-10's. An average amount of rain falls at Enchanted Stream.
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Enchanted Stream, to Dead River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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These outdoors activities are available near Enchanted Stream. |
| Whitewater Near Enchanted Stream:
Enchanted Stream, Somerset County, 3 miles away Class V - 9 miles long (to Dead River) |
Dead River, Somerset County, 7 miles away Class II-III(IV) - 13.3 miles long (Spencer Falls to West Forks) |
Cold Stream, Somerset County, 8 miles away Class V - 11.5 miles long (Tomhegan Stream to Kennebec River) |
Pierce Pond Stream, Somerset County, 8 miles away Class V+ - 3.5 miles long (Pierce Pond to Kennebec River) |
Little Spencer Stream, Somerset County, 10 miles away Class I-II - 5 miles long (Spencer Lake to Spencer Stream) |
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| Ski Areas Near Enchanted Stream:
Sugarloaf USA, Maine
, 19 miles away, 2820 foot drop, 15 lifts, 129 runs |
Saddleback, Maine
, 34 miles away, 2000 foot drop, 5 lifts, 64 runs |
Titcomb, Maine
, 35 miles away, 350 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs |
Eaton Mountain, Maine
, 46 miles away, 525 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs |
Black Mountain, Maine
, 51 miles away, 1120 foot drop, 4 lifts, 21 runs |
Big Squaw, Maine
, 58 miles away, 1750 foot drop, 4 lifts, 15 runs |
Lost Valley, Maine
, 61 miles away, 240 foot drop, 2 lifts, 17 runs |
Mount Abram, Maine
, 62 miles away, 1150 foot drop, 5 lifts, 39 runs |
Sunday River, Maine
, 66 miles away, 2340 foot drop, 18 lifts, 128 runs |
Shawnee Peak, Maine
, 79 miles away, 1300 foot drop, 5 lifts, 44 runs |
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| Hotels Near Enchanted Stream:
Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham
, 23 miles away |
Colonial Valley Motel, Farmington
, 36 miles away |
Mount Blue Motel, Farmington
, 36 miles away |
Comfort Inn & Suites, Wilton
, 36 miles away |
The Towne Motel, Skowhegan
, 41 miles away |
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| Trails Near Enchanted Stream:
Arnolds Trail, Somerset
, 10 miles away |
Sally Mountain Trail, Somerset
, 13 miles away |
Fire Warden Trail, Somerset
, 16 miles away |
Alder Brook Trail, Somerset
, 18 miles away |
Bald Mountain Trail, Somerset
, 19 miles away |
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| Lakes Near Enchanted Stream
Grace Pond, Somerset
, 6 miles away |
Otter Pond, Somerset
, 8 miles away |
Flagstaff Lake, Somerset
, 8 miles away |
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