New York whitewater, Batavia Kill River Greene county, Swinging Bridge to Route 23-A bridge section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS II-V+     5.7 miles   Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in this state tend to be more challenging than the national average, so you'd better keep in mind that rivers here are not as easy as elsewhere. The natural beauty of Greene County and the sparkling of the sunlight on the water attract people from near and far. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. This stretch is mid length, suitable for an afternoon trip. This section of Batavia Kill River     is 5.7 miles long and has been rated as a class II-V+ section by American Whitewater. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem and if you make reservations in advance you're all set. The starting location is a short drive from Kingston, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. The beautiful Catskill Mountains scenery is an added bonus. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way there are lots of good rivers for that around here. Getting your paddling muscles activated and spending some quality time in nature have   people coming from far and near. The Swinging Bridge to Route 23-A bridge section is one of a few paddling sections in this river system. Briefly about the general area: While staying at Batavia Kill River you could always discover Sutton Hollow; everyone close by loves skiing at Windham Mountain. Now, you may feel that's a load but there's even more amusing stuff to do here in the Catskill Mountains. Going for a hike on the Spruceton Trail is always a magnificent adventure. Max V. Shaul State Park is a magnificent spot to explore on a delightful day; there are plenty of folks from Prattsville here at Batavia Kill River. Batavia Kill River, Swinging Bridge to Route 23-A bridge 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 Batavia Kill River.   Whitewater Near Batavia Kill River: Schoharie Creek, Greene County, 3 miles away       Class I-III - 9 miles long (Lexington to Prattsville) Batavia Kill River, Greene County, 4 miles away       Class II-V+ - 5.7 miles long (Swinging Bridge to Route 23-A bridge) West Kill River, Greene County, 6 miles away       Class II-IV - 7.7 miles long (Albinos Pizzeria to Schoharie Creek) Schoharie Creek, Schoharie County, 8 miles away       Class II-III - 3.5 miles long (Gilboa to Minekill) East Kill River, Greene County, 9 miles away       Class II-IV - 5 miles long (Route 296 bridge to Jewett Center) Vly Creek, Delaware/ Greene County, 10 miles away       Class II-III - 3.5 miles long (Elk Creek Road bridge to Lake Switzerland) Bear Kill River, Delaware County, 10 miles away       Class II-IV - 3.3 miles long (Route 30 bridge to Intake Road bridge) Esopus Creek, ulster County, 11 miles away       Class II-III - 6 miles long (Allaben portal to Mt. Pleasant) Stony Clove Creek, Greene/ Ulster County, 11 miles away       Class III-IV - 3.5 miles long (Confluence of Warner Creek and Siver Creek to Esopus River) Esopus Creek, Ulster County, 12 miles away       Class II-III - 17 miles long (Big Indian to Boiceville)   Ski Areas Near Batavia Kill River: Windham Mountain, New York , 7 miles away, 1600 foot drop, 10 lifts, 46 runs Hunter Mountain, New York , 12 miles away, 1600 foot drop, 11 lifts, 55 runs Belleayre, New York , 13 miles away, 1404 foot drop, 8 lifts, 47 runs Ski Plattekill, New York , 20 miles away, 1100 foot drop, 3 lifts, 35 runs Holiday Mountain, New York , 38 miles away, 400 foot drop, 5 lifts, 15 runs Mt. Peter, New York , 54 miles away, 400 foot drop, 3 lifts, 11 runs Tuxedo Ridge, New York , 54 miles away, 400 foot drop, 4 lifts, 7 runs Hidden Valley, New Jersey , 57 miles away, 620 foot drop, 4 lifts, 12 runs Mountain Creek, New Jersey , 57 miles away, 1040 foot drop, 12 lifts, 46 runs Catamount, Massachusetts , 61 miles away, 1000 foot drop, 7 lifts, 29 runs   Hotels Near Batavia Kill River: Winwood Inn, Windham , 8 miles away Scribner S Catskill Lodge, Hunter , 12 miles away The Colonial BampB At Stamford, Stamford , 18 miles away Gavins Irish Country Inn, East Durham , 19 miles away Super 8 Cobleskill NY, Cobleskill , 21 miles away   Campgrounds Near Batavia Kill River: Country Roads Campground, Gilboa, 8 miles away Country Roads Campgrounds, Gilboa, 8 miles away Allaben, Shandaken, 10 miles away   Trails Near Batavia Kill River: Spruceton Trail, Greene , 9 miles away Phoenicia Trail, Ulster , 13 miles away Willow Trail, Ulster , 13 miles away Seager West Branch Trail, Ulster , 17 miles away Kanape Jeep Trail, Ulster , 20 miles away   Public Lands Near Batavia Kill River: Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River, Beach Lake - PA , 63 miles away Mine Kill State Park, New York , 10 miles away Max V. Shaul State Park, New York , 13 miles away Minnewaska State Park Preserve, New York , 30 miles away   Golf Courses Near Batavia Kill River: Windham Country Club, Windham , 7 miles away Onteora Club, Tannersville , 17 miles away Stamford Golf Club, Stamford , 17 miles away   Lakes Near Batavia Kill River Cooper Lake, Ulster , 17 miles away Fawn Lake, Albany , 19 miles away Cobleskill Reservoir, Schoharie , 20 miles away