Maine whitewater, Penobscot River - South Branch Somerset county, US Route 201 Bridge to Canada Falls Lake section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS I-II     11.5 miles   The put-in location is a short drive from Augusta-Waterville, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. Whitewater rafting and kayaking in this state is often easier than elsewhere, so keep in mind that rivers in this state are less demanding. The natural beauty of Somerset County and the playfulness of the water will make you feel great. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking in this general area you'll find     lots of paddling rivers. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while will have you coming back for more. This stretch is long enough for an overnight trip if you take your time, so go ahead and pack your camping stuff. This is not the only paddling section in this river system, there are others too. Briefly about the general area: Going for a hike along the Alder Brook Trail will let you absorb the natural beauty of this   area. While you're here at Penobscot River - South Branch you will meet lots of folks from nearby Jackman. Hiking along the Bald Mountain Trail is magnificent fun. For the period of the long summer days here at Penobscot River - South Branch, high temperatures commonly get into the 70's. Throughout the moonlight hours it's typically in the 50's. Daytime highs all through the wintertime are in the 20's; after the sun is down all through the wintertime temperatures at Penobscot River - South Branch sink into the-10's. A common amount of rainfall falls here at Penobscot River - South Branch. Penobscot River - South Branch, US Route 201 Bridge to Canada Falls Lake 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 - South Branch.   Whitewater Near Penobscot River - South Branch: Penobscot River - South Branch, Somerset County, 9 miles away       Class I-II - 11.5 miles long (US Route 201 Bridge to Canada Falls Lake) Penobscot River - South Branch, Somerset County, 15 miles away       Class I-II - 17.5 miles long (Bridge to Canada Falls Dam) Penobscot River - South Branch, Somerset County, 16 miles away       Class V - 3.5 miles long (Canada Falls Lake to Pittston Farm) Enchanted Stream, Somerset County, 20 miles away       Class V - 9 miles long (to Dead River) Penobscot River - North Branch, Somerset County, 20 miles away       Class I-II - 20.8 miles long (Big Bog Dam to Pittston Farm) Cold Stream, Somerset County, 21 miles away       Class V - 11.5 miles long (Tomhegan Stream to Kennebec River) Little Spencer Stream, Somerset County, 22 miles away       Class I-II - 5 miles long (Spencer Lake to Spencer Stream) St. John River - SW Branch, Somerset County, 22 miles away       Class I-II - 26.5 miles long (Fourth St John Pond to Baker Lake Outlet) Dead River, Somerset County, 25 miles away       Class II-III(IV) - 13.3 miles long (Spencer Falls to West Forks) Baker Branch, Somerset County, 25 miles away       Class I-II - 26.5 miles long (Fourth St. John Pond to Baker Lake)   Ski Areas Near Penobscot River - South Branch: Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 37 miles away, 2820 foot drop, 15 lifts, 129 runs Saddleback, Maine , 47 miles away, 2000 foot drop, 5 lifts, 64 runs Titcomb, Maine , 56 miles away, 350 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs Big Squaw, Maine , 62 miles away, 1750 foot drop, 4 lifts, 15 runs Black Mountain, Maine , 65 miles away, 1120 foot drop, 4 lifts, 21 runs Eaton Mountain, Maine , 66 miles away, 525 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs Le Massif, Quebec , 75 miles away, 2526 foot drop, 4 lifts, 49 runs Mount Abram, Maine , 77 miles away, 1150 foot drop, 5 lifts, 39 runs Mont Sainte Anne, Quebec , 77 miles away, 2050 foot drop, 13 lifts, 63 runs Sunday River, Maine , 78 miles away, 2340 foot drop, 18 lifts, 128 runs   Hotels Near Penobscot River - South Branch: Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham , 43 miles away   Campgrounds Near Penobscot River - South Branch: Jackman Landing Campground, Jackman, 7 miles away Moose River Campground, Jackman, 7 miles away Old Mill Camping Area, Rockwood, 9 miles away   Trails Near Penobscot River - South Branch: Bald Mountain Trail, Somerset , 3 miles away Alder Brook Trail, Somerset , 5 miles away Sally Mountain Trail, Somerset , 11 miles away   Lakes Near Penobscot River - South Branch Grace Pond, Somerset , 17 miles away Holeb Pond, Somerset , 17 miles away