Massachusetts whitewater, Millers River Worcester county, South Royalston to Athol section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-III     7 miles   Rode it today.... lost 5 canoes on it as it rained last night and transformed into Class IV rapids.... Luckily we rescued 1 canoe and all 12 people got safely off of the river. Says K Andrews The put-in location is a short drive from Keene, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. The rivers for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Massachusetts are often easier than in other states,     so better not forget that a lot of the rivers in this state are suitable for beginners. The South Royalston to Athol section of Millers River in Massachusetts is 7 miles long and has been rated as a class II-III section by American Whitewater. The beautiful scenery of Worcester County and the playfulness of the water have people coming here. This is a pretty decent length section, good for a one day paddling trip. There are a few other sections in this river system that can be paddled as well. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking there are lots of good spots for that around here. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds   nearby. 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. A bit of exercise and just hanging out with mother nature will have you coming back for more. Briefly about the general area: Going for a hike on the Marlboro Trail is always a good adventure; why not head up to Pine Ridge and strap some skis to your feet. Federation State Forest is a nice site, and during your trip here you'll meet some people from Athol for sure. Coming to this river is always a good idea. Millers River, South Royalston to Athol 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 Millers River.   Whitewater Near Millers River: Millers River, Worcester County, 3 miles away       Class II-III - 7 miles long (South Royalston to Athol) Ashuelot River - South Branch, Cheshire County, 12 miles away       Class III-IV - 2.3 miles long (Troy to Webb) Minnewawa River, Cheshire County, 15 miles away       Class II-IV - 4.5 miles long (Marlborough recycling center to Otter Brook) Contoocook River, Hillsborough County, 15 miles away       Class II - 5 miles long (Jaffrey to Peterborough) Otter Brook, Chesire County, 17 miles away       Class II - 3.1 miles long (Roxbury to Keene) Ashuelot River, Cheshire County, 19 miles away       Class II-IV - 3.5 miles long (Ashuelot to Hinsdale) Otter Brook, Cheshire County, 19 miles away       Class III-IV - 3.2 miles long (East Sullivan to Otterbrook Park) Quaboag River, Worcester/Hampden County, 20 miles away       Class II-IV - 5.5 miles long (Warren to Route 67) Ashuelot River, Cheshire County, 22 miles away       Class II - 4 miles long (Gilsum Gorge to Shaws Corner) Ashuelot River, Cheshire County, 24 miles away       Class III-IV - 5.3 miles long (Marlow to Gilsum Gorge)   Ski Areas Near Millers River: Pine Ridge, Massachusetts , 12 miles away, 200 foot drop, 1 lifts, 8 runs Wachusett Mountain, Massachusetts , 21 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 6 lifts, 20 runs Crotched Mountain, New Hampshire , 29 miles away, 875 foot drop, 5 lifts, 23 runs Living Memorial Park, Vermont , 30 miles away, 204 foot drop, 1 lifts, 1 runs Mount Sunapee, New Hampshire , 37 miles away, 1510 foot drop, 10 lifts, 62 runs Pats Peak, New Hampshire , 39 miles away, 710 foot drop, 8 lifts, 21 runs Ascutney, Vermont , 47 miles away, 1800 foot drop, 6 lifts, 57 runs Berkshire East, Massachusetts , 48 miles away, 1180 foot drop, 5 lifts, 45 runs Ragged Mountain, New Hampshire , 50 miles away, 1250 foot drop, 5 lifts, 45 runs Whaleback, New Hampshire , 50 miles away, 700 foot drop, 7 lifts, 28 runs   Hotels Near Millers River: The Jenkins Inn Restaurant, Barre , 11 miles away Monadnock Inn, Jaffrey , 14 miles away Super 8 Gardner, Gardner , 14 miles away The Colonial Hotel, Gardner , 16 miles away Best Western Plus Keene Hotel, Keene , 17 miles away   Campgrounds Near Millers River: Lamb City Campground & Variety, Phillipston, 4 miles away Lake Dennison State Recreation Area, Baldwinville, 7 miles away Otter River State Forest, Baldwinville, 7 miles away   Trails Near Millers River: Marlboro Trail, Cheshire , 13 miles away White Arrow Trail, Cheshire , 13 miles away Red Cross Trail, Cheshire , 14 miles away White Dot Trail, Cheshire , 14 miles away Farmers Trail, Cheshire , 14 miles away   Public Lands Near Millers River: Quinebaug & Shetucket Rivers Valley National Heritage Corridor, Putnam - CT , 42 miles away Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor, Woonsocket - RI , 57 miles away Otter River State Forest, Massachusetts , 8 miles away Federation State Forest, Massachusetts , 8 miles away Rhododendron State Park, New Hampshire , 9 miles away   Golf Courses Near Millers River: Ellinwood Country Club Banquet Hall, Athol , 4 miles away Templewood Golf Course, Templeton , 8 miles away Winchendon Country Club, Winchendon , 11 miles away   Lakes Near Millers River Tully Pond, Franklin , 5 miles away Lake Rohunta, Franklin , 7 miles away Sheomet Lake, Franklin , 7 miles away