New Hampshire whitewater, Smith River Merrimack Grafton county, Route 104 to Bristol section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS IV     1.75 miles   The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Concord, as you can see on the road map further down. The wonderful Merrimack / Grafton County scenery and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water have people coming here. The beauty of the White Mountains is a great plus for this river. If you're a camper you can camp at one of the great campgrounds nearby. The average New Hampshire whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be harder     to run than those in other states, so if you're visiting here do keep in mind that many of the sections here are not safe for beginners. You might be into whitewater rafting or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you'll find a large number of good spots. This river system has a few good paddling sections and the Route 104 to Bristol section is one of them. Getting some good exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors will make you glad you came. This stretch is short so it's not like you're gonna spend hours on the river in one stretch. The Route 104 to Bristol section of Smith River is 1.75 miles long and is rated by American Whitewater as a   class IV section. You might have to settle for a hotel a bit away from the river if you want to stay the night, and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. Briefly about the general area: Really pleasant skiing awaits you at Ragged Mountain; hiking is a popular thing to do around Smith River; Melton Falls Trail is a good local trail. All year is a good time in the White Mountains if you go for the outdoors. Hit the beach if you want, Wadleigh State Beach is practically right here. Why not take a refreshing hike along the Manning Trail, and Wellington State Beach is a beautiful site any time of year. Smith River, Route 104 to Bristol 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 Smith River.   Whitewater Near Smith River: Smith River, Merrimack / Grafton County, 1 miles away       Class IV - 1.75 miles long (Route 104 to Bristol) Newfound River River, Grafton County, 5 miles away       Class II-III - 1.5 miles long (Newfound lake to Bristol) Pemigewasset River, Grafton/ Belknap County, 5 miles away       Class II(III) - 1.6 miles long (Ayers Island dam to Coolidge) Fowler River, Grafton County, 6 miles away       Class V - 5.9 miles long (Alexandria) Halls Brook, -blank- County, 11 miles away       Class V - 2.6 miles long (Halls Brook Road to Highway 25) Merrimack River, Merrimack County, 12 miles away       Class I - 18 miles long (Franklin to Penacook) Winnipesaukee River, Belknap / Merrimack County, 13 miles away       Class III-IV - 1.25 miles long (Cross Mill bridge road to Franklin) Blackwater River, Merrimack County, 14 miles away       Class II-IV - 2.5 miles long (Route 127 to Snyder's Mill) Baker River - South Branch, Grafton County, 17 miles away       Class V - 3 miles long (Dorchester) Warner River, Merrimack County, 17 miles away       Class IV - 5.15 miles long (Melvin Mills to Warner)   Ski Areas Near Smith River: Ragged Mountain, New Hampshire , 5 miles away, 1250 foot drop, 5 lifts, 45 runs Tenney Mountain, New Hampshire , 10 miles away, 1400 foot drop, 4 lifts, 48 runs Pats Peak, New Hampshire , 20 miles away, 710 foot drop, 8 lifts, 21 runs Mount Sunapee, New Hampshire , 23 miles away, 1510 foot drop, 10 lifts, 62 runs Whaleback, New Hampshire , 27 miles away, 700 foot drop, 7 lifts, 28 runs Loon Mountain, New Hampshire , 27 miles away, 2100 foot drop, 10 lifts, 45 runs Waterville Valley, New Hampshire , 28 miles away, 2020 foot drop, 11 lifts, 52 runs Crotched Mountain, New Hampshire , 28 miles away, 875 foot drop, 5 lifts, 23 runs Gunstock, New Hampshire , 30 miles away, 1400 foot drop, 8 lifts, 45 runs Cannon Mountain, New Hampshire , 32 miles away, 2180 foot drop, 9 lifts, 72 runs   Marinas Near Smith River: Asquam Marina at Holderness Harbor, Holderness , 17 miles away Jay's Marina, Tilton , 19 miles away   Beaches Near Smith River: Wadleigh State Beach, Merrimack , 14 miles away   Hotels Near Smith River: Fairfield Inn & Suites Plymouth, Plymouth , 12 miles away Red Carpet Inn And Suites, Plymouth , 12 miles away Comfort Inn Ashland, Ashland , 13 miles away Econo Lodge Near Plymouth State University, Plymouth , 13 miles away Cheney House, Ashland , 13 miles away   Campgrounds Near Smith River: Blueberry Shores Campground, Bristol, 4 miles away Bear Mountain Rustic Campground LLC, Alexandria, 5 miles away Camp Kenwood & Evergreen, Andover, 6 miles away   Trails Near Smith River: Melton Falls Trail, Grafton , 6 miles away Manning Trail, Grafton , 8 miles away Holt Trail, Grafton , 8 miles away Clark Trail, Grafton , 8 miles away Wilmot Trail, Merrimack , 10 miles away   Public Lands Near Smith River: Wellington State Beach, New Hampshire , 5 miles away Rollins State Park, New Hampshire , 8 miles away Winslow State Park, New Hampshire , 9 miles away   Golf Courses Near Smith River: Ragged Mountain Ski Resort, Danbury , 5 miles away Den Brae Golf Course, Sanbornton , 12 miles away Country Club of NH, North Sutton , 12 miles away   Lakes Near Smith River Newfound Lake, Grafton , 5 miles away Webster Lake, Merrimack , 9 miles away Orange Pond, Grafton , 11 miles away