Maine whitewater, Sandy River Franklin county, Farmington Falls to New Sharon section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     6 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Maine are easier than the national norm, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that a lot of the rivers in this state are suitable for beginners. The Farmington Falls to New Sharon stretch of Sandy River is 6 miles long and has been rated as a class II-III section by American Whitewater. There are plenty of other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. A good workout and just     hanging out with mother nature are great reasons to come. On this section you do get some distance, it's good length for a morning trip. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Some people prefer whitewater rafting and some kayaking, either way in this general area you'll find lots of paddling rivers. If you're coming from Augusta-Waterville it's not a long drive at all to the starting location, there's a road map further down the page with more info on that. The beautiful scenery of Franklin County and the playfulness of   the water make the trip here worthwhile. Briefly about the general area: If you're going to Sandy River from New Sharon, you won't be the only one, and what would winter be without some skiing at Titcomb. Going for a hike on the Appalachian National Scenic Trail is always a good adventure. Through the days of summer at Sandy River highs are ordinarily in the 70's, and through the night it cools down to the 50's. During the winter highs are in the 20's, and overnight lows at Sandy River through the wintertime regularly plunge into the 0's. Sandy River gets a large amount of water. Sandy River, Farmington Falls to New Sharon 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 Sandy River.   Whitewater Near Sandy River: Sandy River, Franklin County, 2 miles away       Class II-III - 6 miles long (Farmington Falls to New Sharon) Wilson Stream, Franklin County, 12 miles away       Class II - 3.5 miles long (Wilton to East Wilton) Temple Stream, Franklin County, 14 miles away       Class II-III - 8.5 miles long (Drury Pond to Sandy River) Carrabasset, Franklin Somerset County, 18 miles away       Class I-IV - 20 miles long (Kingfield to US201A) Sandy River, Franklin County, 19 miles away       Class V - 0.1 miles long (Smalls Falls) Cobbosseecontee Stream, Kennebec County, 20 miles away       Class II - 11 miles long (Cobbosseecontee Lake to Pleasant Pond) Sandy River, Franklin County, 22 miles away       Class V - 2.5 miles long (Phillips through town) Bowley Brook, Franklin County, 22 miles away       Class V - 0.25 miles long (between Weld and Dryden) Sandy Stream, Somerset County, 23 miles away       Class IV-V - 5 miles long (Stony Brook to Michael Stream) Sandy River, Franklin County, 23 miles away       Class I-II - 17 miles long (Phillips to Fairbanks Bridge)   Ski Areas Near Sandy River: Titcomb, Maine , 9 miles away, 350 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs Sugarloaf USA, Maine , 28 miles away, 2820 foot drop, 15 lifts, 129 runs Lost Valley, Maine , 29 miles away, 240 foot drop, 2 lifts, 17 runs Eaton Mountain, Maine , 30 miles away, 525 foot drop, 2 lifts, 15 runs Saddleback, Maine , 37 miles away, 2000 foot drop, 5 lifts, 64 runs Black Mountain, Maine , 39 miles away, 1120 foot drop, 4 lifts, 21 runs Mount Abram, Maine , 47 miles away, 1150 foot drop, 5 lifts, 39 runs Sunday River, Maine , 56 miles away, 2340 foot drop, 18 lifts, 128 runs Shawnee Peak, Maine , 60 miles away, 1300 foot drop, 5 lifts, 44 runs Camden, Maine , 66 miles away, 1150 foot drop, 3 lifts, 11 runs   Hotels Near Sandy River: Colonial Valley Motel, Farmington , 8 miles away Mount Blue Motel, Farmington , 8 miles away Comfort Inn & Suites, Wilton , 8 miles away Fairfield Inn & Suites Augusta, Augusta , 22 miles away Super 8 Augusta, Augusta , 22 miles away   Campgrounds Near Sandy River: Nor-40 Campground, Farmington, 5 miles away Twin Pond Campground, Farmington, 7 miles away Nor 40 Campground, Franklin County, 8 miles away   Trails Near Sandy River: Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Oxford , 7 miles away   Public Lands Near Sandy River: Mt. Blue State Park, Maine , 24 miles away Peacock Beach State Park, Maine , 26 miles away Range Ponds State Park, Maine , 36 miles away   Golf Courses Near Sandy River: Sandy River Golf Course, New Sharon , 1 miles away Wilson Lake Country Club, Wilton , 11 miles away Maple Lane Inn & Golf Club, Livermore Falls , 13 miles away   Lakes Near Sandy River Echo Lake, Kennebec , 11 miles away Torsey Lake, Kennebec , 12 miles away Pocasset Lake, Kennebec , 14 miles away