Maine whitewater, Roach River Piscataquis county, Kokadjo to Moosehead lake section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     6.5 miles   The wonderful Piscataquis County scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water attract people from near and far. This stretch of Roach River in Piscataquis County is 6.5 miles long and is a class II-III section of whitewater according to American Whitewater. No need to look hard for hotels, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Bangor, please print     out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling places. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Maine tend to be more forgiving than the national average, so if you're not from around here don't forget that rivers in this state are less demanding. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. A good workout and a chance to spend some time outdoors will have you coming back for more. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. Briefly   about the general area: Why not take a refreshing hike along the Number Four Mountain Trail, and the best way to spend a winter day is on the slopes of close by Big Squaw. There are plenty of folks from Greenville here at Roach River, and a splendid place like Lily Bay State Park is too good to leave out. This river is always fun. The Big Spencer Mountain Trail offers hiking at its best. Throughout the warm months here at Roach River, high temperatures mostly get into the 70's with nighttime lows in the 50's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 20's, and night lows in the-10's for Roach River. Roach River, Kokadjo to Moosehead 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 Roach River.   Whitewater Near Roach River: Roach River, Piscataquis County, 4 miles away       Class II-III - 6.5 miles long (Kokadjo to Moosehead lake) Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County, 11 miles away       Class IV-V - 9 miles long (Lower Wilson Pond to Bodfish Crossing) Pleasant River - West Branch, Piscataquis County, 13 miles away       Class V - 4.7 miles long (Bear Brook to Long Pond Road) Whitewater Outfitter - Wilderness Expeditions, Piscataquis County, 15 miles away       Whitewater outfitter Big Wilson Stream, Piscataquis County, 16 miles away       Class II-III - 5 miles long (Bodfish Crossing to Willimantic) Kennebec River - West Outlet, Somerset Piscataquis County, 17 miles away       Class I-II - 10 miles long (Moosehead Lake to Indian Pond) Piscataquis River - East Branch, Piscataquis County, 18 miles away       Class V - 2.5 miles long (Shirley Mills to Blanchard) Moose River, Somerset County, 18 miles away       Class II-III - 5 miles long (Long Pond to Brassua Lake) Big Wilson Stream, Franklin County, 19 miles away       Class I-V(V+) - 4 miles long (Willimantic to Earley' Landing) Kennebec River - East Outlet, Somerset County, 20 miles away       Class II-IV - 3 miles long (Moosehead Lake Route 15 Bridge to Indian Pond)   Ski Areas Near Roach River: Big Squaw, Maine , 12 miles away, 1750 foot drop, 4 lifts, 15 runs Eaton Mountain, Maine , 45 miles away, 525 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs New Hermon Mountain, Maine , 58 miles away, 360 foot drop, 3 lifts, 21 runs Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 64 miles away, 2820 foot drop, 15 lifts, 129 runs Titcomb, Maine , 68 miles away, 350 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs Camden, Maine , 75 miles away, 1150 foot drop, 3 lifts, 11 runs Saddleback, Maine , 79 miles away, 2000 foot drop, 5 lifts, 64 runs Lost Valley, Maine , 92 miles away, 240 foot drop, 2 lifts, 17 runs Black Mountain, Maine , 94 miles away, 1120 foot drop, 4 lifts, 21 runs   Marinas Near Roach River: East Cove Marina, Greenville , 13 miles away   Hotels Near Roach River: The Brewster Inn, Dexter , 35 miles away Bingham Motor Inn, Bingham , 40 miles away The Towne Motel, Skowhegan , 47 miles away   Campgrounds Near Roach River: Lily Bay State Park - Dunn Point, Greenville, 6 miles away Penobscot River Corridor - Big Claw, Greenville, 7 miles away Lily Bay State Park - Rowell Cove, Greenville Junction, 7 miles away   Trails Near Roach River: Big Spencer Mountain Trail, Piscataquis , 6 miles away Number Four Mountain Trail, Piscataquis , 7 miles away Gulf Hagas Trail, Piscataquis , 15 miles away Intake Trail, Piscataquis , 15 miles away Big Squaw Mountain Trail, Piscataquis , 17 miles away   Public Lands Near Roach River: Lily Bay State Park, Maine , 6 miles away Peaks-Kenny State Park, Maine , 25 miles away   Lakes Near Roach River First Roach Pond, Piscataquis , 4 miles away Moosehead Lake, Piscataquis , 12 miles away Ragged Lake, Piscataquis , 12 miles away