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New Hampshire whitewater, Androscoggin River
Coos
county,
Bragg's Bay to Pontook section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS I-II 17 miles
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The Bragg's Bay to Pontook stretch of Androscoggin River in New Hampshire is 17 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class I-II section of whitewater. The scenic beauty of Coos County and the playfulness of the water have people coming here. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in New Hampshire are harder than the national norm, so you'd better keep in mind that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. There are plenty |
of other stretches in this river system that can be paddled as well. Not too many hotels nearby, you'll have to drive a bit to get to one, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Getting
| your paddling muscles activated and just being out on the river for a while are sure to keep you coming back for more. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. The starting location is a short drive from Berlin, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. When you're paddling down a White Mountains river like this one you always get great scenery along the way too. If you have the time you can make | |
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this a two day trip, so pack your camping stuff. No matter if you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling spots.
Briefly about the general area: Thirteen Mile Woods is a forest
near Androscoggin River that you can go to, and you absolutely should have a look at Moose Brook State Park if you're here. Yep, outdoors enjoyable things truly is plentiful here in the White Mountains. Really nice skiing
awaits you at Balsams Wilderness; a visit to Dixville Notch State Park when you're here is never a bad idea. At this river you will always have a good time.
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Androscoggin River, Bragg's Bay to Pontook road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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Map
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Weather
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These outdoors activities are available near Androscoggin River. |
| Whitewater Near Androscoggin River:
Phillips Brook, Coos County, 4 miles away Class III - -blank- miles long (Milan) |
Androscoggin River, Coos County, 5 miles away Class I-II - 17 miles long (Bragg's Bay to Pontook) |
Diamond River, Coos County, 10 miles away Class III-IV - 5 miles long (Swift Diamond to Wentworth Location) |
Mohawk River, Coos County, 12 miles away Class II-III - 8 miles long (Colebrook) |
Swift Cambridge River, Oxford County, 16 miles away Class II-V - 6 miles long (Route 26 to Dead Cambridge River) |
Magalloway River, Oxford County, 18 miles away Class III-V - 2 miles long (Aziscohos Dam to Wilsons Mills) |
Bear, Oxford County, 18 miles away Class II-III - 6.8 miles long (Devils Horseshoe) |
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| Ski Areas Near Androscoggin River:
Balsams Wilderness, New Hampshire
, 12 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 4 lifts, 14 runs |
Wildcat Mountain, New Hampshire
, 22 miles away, 2112 foot drop, 4 lifts, 47 runs |
Sunday River, Maine
, 26 miles away, 2340 foot drop, 18 lifts, 128 runs |
Black Mountain, New Hampshire
, 27 miles away, 1100 foot drop, 4 lifts, 40 runs |
Bretton Woods, New Hampshire
, 29 miles away, 1500 foot drop, 10 lifts, 100 runs |
Attitash Bear Peak, New Hampshire
, 31 miles away, 1750 foot drop, 11 lifts, 78 runs |
Cranmore Mountain, New Hampshire
, 32 miles away, 1200 foot drop, 10 lifts, 39 runs |
Mount Abram, Maine
, 37 miles away, 1150 foot drop, 5 lifts, 39 runs |
Black Mountain, Maine
, 41 miles away, 1120 foot drop, 4 lifts, 21 runs |
Shawnee Peak, Maine
, 41 miles away, 1300 foot drop, 5 lifts, 44 runs |
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| Hotels Near Androscoggin River:
Top Notch Inn, Gorham
, 15 miles away |
Royalty Inn, Gorham
, 16 miles away |
Whitney S Inn, Jackson
, 25 miles away |
Eagle Mountain House And Golf Club, Jackson
, 27 miles away |
Cabot Inn Suites, Lancaster
, 27 miles away |
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| Trails Near Androscoggin River:
Speck Pond Trail, Coos
, 13 miles away |
Jericho Trail, Coos
, 13 miles away |
Sinclair Trail, Coos
, 14 miles away |
Peabody Brook Trail, Coos
, 14 miles away |
Success Trail, Coos
, 15 miles away |
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| Public Lands Near Androscoggin River:
Dixville Notch State Park, New Hampshire
, 11 miles away |
Moose Brook State Park, New Hampshire
, 14 miles away |
Grafton Notch State Park, Maine
, 19 miles away |
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