Maine whitewater, Piscataquis River Piscataquis county, Blanchard to Upper Abbot section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     8 miles   The Blanchard to Upper Abbot stretch of Piscataquis River is 8 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II-III section of whitewater. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Augusta-Waterville, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The natural beauty of Maine and the cool fresh water make the trip here worthwhile. This section is long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle,     it's perfect for a one day trip. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Maine tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so keep in mind that quite a few of the sections in this state are pretty easy. Getting a good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. 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. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good places. This is not the only paddling stretch in this river system, there are others too. There's camping available near Piscataquis River. Briefly   about the general area: You are near Whiting Cove while you're here at Piscataquis River; if you're stopping by from Abbot, you won't be the only one. Piscataquis River is a good place of normal rain. July is when you get the most rain here; February is when it's the driest. All through the summertime months highs here at Piscataquis River get into the 70's. When the night sets in temperatures sink down into the 50's. For the duration of the wintertime this place gets highs in the 20's with winter lows in the-10's overnight here at Piscataquis River. Piscataquis River, Blanchard to Upper Abbot 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 Piscataquis River.   Whitewater Near Piscataquis River: Piscataquis River, Piscataquis County, 5 miles away       Class II-III - 8 miles long (Blanchard to Upper Abbot) Big Wilson Stream, Franklin County, 8 miles away       Class I-V(V+) - 4 miles long (Willimantic to Earley' Landing) Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County, 9 miles away       Class II-III - 5 miles long (Bodfish Crossing to Willimantic) Piscataquis River - East Branch, Piscataquis County, 9 miles away       Class V - 2.5 miles long (Shirley Mills to Blanchard) Whitewater Outfitter - Wilderness Expeditions, Piscataquis County, 10 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County, 11 miles away       Class IV-V - 9 miles long (Lower Wilson Pond to Bodfish Crossing) Kingsbury Stream, Piscataquis County, 11 miles away       Class II-III - 11 miles long (Kingsbury Pond to Coles Corner Road) Piscataquis River - West Branch, Piscataquis County, 12 miles away       Class IV-V - 9 miles long (Oakes Bog to Blanchard) Sebasticook River, Somerset County, 13 miles away       Class II - 3 miles long (Mainstream to Castle Harmony) Ship Pond Stream, Piscataquis County, 14 miles away       Class I-III - 3 miles long (Cow yard Falls to Bucks Cove)   Ski Areas Near Piscataquis River: Eaton Mountain, Maine , 24 miles away, 525 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs Big Squaw, Maine , 27 miles away, 1750 foot drop, 4 lifts, 15 runs New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 47 miles away, 360 foot drop, 3 lifts, 21 runs Titcomb, Maine , 53 miles away, 350 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 55 miles away, 2820 foot drop, 15 lifts, 129 runs Camden, Maine , 57 miles away, 1150 foot drop, 3 lifts, 11 runs Saddleback, Maine , 71 miles away, 2000 foot drop, 5 lifts, 64 runs Lost Valley, Maine , 75 miles away, 240 foot drop, 2 lifts, 17 runs Black Mountain, Maine , 82 miles away, 1120 foot drop, 4 lifts, 21 runs Mount Abram, Maine , 92 miles away, 1150 foot drop, 5 lifts, 39 runs   Marinas Near Piscataquis River: East Cove Marina, Greenville , 12 miles away   Hotels Near Piscataquis River: The Brewster Inn, Dexter , 19 miles away Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham , 26 miles away The Towne Motel, Skowhegan , 27 miles away Vintage Charm Bed And Breakfas, Waterville , 34 miles away Best Western Plus Waterville Grand Hotel, Waterville , 34 miles away   Campgrounds Near Piscataquis River: Balsam woods Campground, Abbot, 1 miles away Leeman Brook Lean-to - Appalachian Trail, Monson, 6 miles away Horseshoe Canyon Lean-to - Appalachian Trail, Abbot, 8 miles away   Trails Near Piscataquis River: Intake Trail, Piscataquis , 15 miles away Big Squaw Mountain Trail, Piscataquis , 17 miles away Gulf Hagas Trail, Piscataquis , 18 miles away   Public Lands Near Piscataquis River: Lily Bay State Park, Maine , 17 miles away Peaks-Kenny State Park, Maine , 17 miles away   Golf Courses Near Piscataquis River: Piscataquis Country Club, Guilford , 10 miles away Dexter Municipal Golf Course, Dexter , 19 miles away   Lakes Near Piscataquis River Whetstone Pond, Piscataquis , 3 miles away Great Moose Lake, Somerset , 15 miles away Sebec Lake, Piscataquis , 17 miles away