Maine whitewater, Machias River Washington county, Maine Route 9 to Machias section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-IV     36.5 miles   The put-in is not too far from Bangor, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. This section of Machias River in Washington County is 36.5 miles long and is a class I-IV section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. The nature scenery of Washington County and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. Since you're on     this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling rivers. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. There are plenty of other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in Maine is often easier than elsewhere, so don't forget that rivers in this state are not as hard as elsewhere. The nearby hotels are a bit away from the river, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Great exercise and just being out on the river for a while will have you coming back for more. A stretch this long is of course too much for a one day trip, so better   bring your camping gear along. Briefly about the general area: Nothing beats kicking back at Roque Island Ledge; a trip to Dyer Point Riffles will fill your spirit with good feelings. People from Jonesboro love to come to Machias River; Hardwood Point is very near and is a great place to explore. At this river you will never have a bad time. Hit the beach if you want, Sandy River Beach is practically right here It's always delightful to visit Holmes Falls. Machias River is in the vicinity of Roque Bluffs State Park which is a pretty spot. The warmest time of the year brings highs in the 70's to Machias River. Machias River, Maine Route 9 to Machias 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 Machias River.   Whitewater Near Machias River: East Machias River, Washington County, 10 miles away       Class I-III - 35 miles long (Crawford to East Machias) Old Stream, Washington County, 13 miles away       Class I-II - 25 miles long (Second Lake to Machias River) Machias River, Washington County, 14 miles away       Class I-IV - 36.5 miles long (Maine Route 9 to Machias) Northern Inlet, Washington County, 15 miles away       Class I-II - 3.5 miles long (Rt. 191 to Mud Landing) Cathance Stream, Washington County, 20 miles away       Class I-V - 18 miles long (Lake Cathance to Dennysville) Machias River, Washington County, 20 miles away       Class I-III - 40 miles long (Fifth Machias Lake to Maine 9) Chase Mills Stream, Washington County, 20 miles away       Class II - 1.5 miles long (Gardner Lake to East Machias) Grand Lake Stream, Washington County, 20 miles away       Class II-III - 3 miles long (West Grand Lake to Big Lake) Mopang Stream, Washington County, 20 miles away       Class I-II - 23.8 miles long (Maine 9 to Machias Eddy) Pleasant River, Washington County, 22 miles away       Class I-III - 33.5 miles long (Pleasant River Lake to Columbia Falls)   Ski Areas Near Machias River: Bigrock, Maine , 86 miles away, 980 foot drop, 5 lifts, 28 runs New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 88 miles away, 360 foot drop, 3 lifts, 21 runs   Beaches Near Machias River: Sandy River Beach, Washington , 13 miles away Roque Island Ledge, Washington , 13 miles away Pobblestone Cove, Washington , 13 miles away Little Pond Beach, Washington , 14 miles away Ballast Island Ledge, Washington , 14 miles away   Hotels Near Machias River: PROPERTY OFFLINE-11571, Bar Harbor , 43 miles away Primrose Inn-Historic Bar Harb, Bar Harbor , 44 miles away West Street Hotel, Bar Harbor , 44 miles away Chiltern Inn, Bar Harbor , 44 miles away Anchorage Motel, Bar Harbor , 44 miles away   Campgrounds Near Machias River: Sunkhaze Campground, Washington County, 9 miles away Sunkhaze Campground, Jonesboro, 9 miles away Great Cove Golf Course and RV Park, Roque Bluffs, 11 miles away   Trails Near Machias River: Mud Hole Trail, Washington , 17 miles away   Public Lands Near Machias River: Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor - ME , 44 miles away Maine Acadian Culture, Bar Harbor - ME , 44 miles away Roque Bluffs State Park, Maine , 15 miles away Cobscook Bay State Park, Maine , 34 miles away   Golf Courses Near Machias River: Great Cove Golf Course, Jonesboro , 8 miles away   Lakes Near Machias River Second Lake, Washington , 11 miles away Hadley Lake, Washington , 14 miles away Clifford Lake, Washington , 14 miles away