Maine whitewater, Penobscot River Hancock Waldo county, South Orrington to Sandy Point section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-III     14 miles   The South Orrington to Sandy Point stretch of Penobscot River is 14 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class I-III section of whitewater. The put-in is not too far from Bangor, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. The nature scenery of Hancock Waldo County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water beats anything. 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. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. The average Maine whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be easier to run than those in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that many runs in this state are very easy. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way there are lots of good places for that around here. If you hurry you can run this section in a day but why not make it an overnighter, so go ahead and pack your sleeping bag. The South Orrington to Sandy Point stretch is one of a few paddling stretches in this   river system. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature are sure to keep you coming back for more. Briefly about the general area: At Penobscot River you always meet someone from Bucksport; since you're here you have to have a look at Collins Cove. Swan Lake State Park is a good spot to stretch your legs a bit; if you're looking for a beach nearby we recommend Spragues Beach. Coming to this river is always a good idea. Penobscot River is close to Fort Point State Park which is a delightful spot. There's no such thing as a bad day of skiing at nearby New Hermon Mountain. Penobscot River, South Orrington to Sandy Point 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 Penobscot River.   Whitewater Near Penobscot River: Penobscot River, Hancock Waldo County, 5 miles away       Class I-III - 14 miles long (South Orrington to Sandy Point) Souadabscook Stream, Penobscot County, 8 miles away       Class III+(IV) - 3.8 miles long (Manning Mill Bridge to Hampden) Marsh Stream, Waldo County, 9 miles away       Class I-III - 6.5 miles long (West Winterport to Frankfort) Narramissic River, Hancock County, 11 miles away       Class II - 16.3 miles long (Denham to Alamoosook Lake) Kenduskeag Stream, Penobscot County, 12 miles away       Class I-II(III) - 6 miles long (Rt. 15 to Bangor) Goose Falls, Hancock County, 13 miles away       Class II - 0.2 miles long (Goose Falls Fd to same) Marsh Stream, Waldo County, 15 miles away       Class I-II - 9.5 miles long (Monroe Center to West Winterport) Goose River, Waldo County, 15 miles away       Class V - 1 miles long (Route 141 to Belfast) Kenduskeag Stream, Penobscot County, 16 miles away       Class II-III - 6 miles long (Kenduskeag to Route 15) Penobscot River, Penobscot County, 20 miles away       Class I-III - 6 miles long (Old Town 2nd Dam to Veazie Dam)   Ski Areas Near Penobscot River: New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 11 miles away, 360 foot drop, 3 lifts, 21 runs Camden, Maine , 29 miles away, 1150 foot drop, 3 lifts, 11 runs Eaton Mountain, Maine , 56 miles away, 525 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs Big Squaw, Maine , 65 miles away, 1750 foot drop, 4 lifts, 15 runs Titcomb, Maine , 93 miles away, 350 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs   Marinas Near Penobscot River: Hamlin's Marina Hampden, Hampden , 7 miles away Seal Ledge Marina, Penobscot , 8 miles away   Beaches Near Penobscot River: Spragues Beach, Waldo , 13 miles away Bakeman Beach, Hancock , 15 miles away Redman Beach, Hancock , 15 miles away Billys Shore, Waldo , 16 miles away Cals Beach, Waldo , 18 miles away   Hotels Near Penobscot River: Fort Knox Inn Bucksport, Bucksport , 3 miles away Best Western White House Inn, Bangor , 8 miles away Travelodge Bangor, Bangor , 8 miles away Holiday Inn BANGOR, Bangor , 8 miles away Super 8 Bangor, Bangor , 8 miles away   Campgrounds Near Penobscot River: The Flying Dutchman Campground, Hancock County, 4 miles away Flying Dutchman Campground The, Bucksport, 4 miles away Masthead Family Campground, Bucksport, 5 miles away   Trails Near Penobscot River: Bald Mountain Trail, Hancock , 15 miles away Blue Hill Trail, Hancock , 18 miles away   Public Lands Near Penobscot River: Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor - ME , 44 miles away Maine Acadian Culture, Bar Harbor - ME , 44 miles away Fort Point State Park, Maine , 7 miles away Swan Lake State Park, Maine , 11 miles away Holbrook Island Sanctuary State Park, Maine , 13 miles away   Golf Courses Near Penobscot River: Bucksport Golf Club, Bucksport , 5 miles away Rocky Knoll Country Club, Orrington , 7 miles away Bangor Municipal Golf Course, Bangor , 8 miles away   Lakes Near Penobscot River Thurston Pond, Hancock , 7 miles away Pushaw Lake, Penobscot , 18 miles away