New York whitewater, Salmon River Franklin county, Chasm Falls section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS V+     0.5 miles   This stretch of Salmon River is 0.5 miles long and has been rated as a class V+ section by American Whitewater. The put-in is not too far from Malone, please print out a copy of the road map further down the page so you won’t get lost. Since you're on this site you are probably into whitewater rafting or kayaking, either way this area has a large number of paddling rivers. There are so many stretches to paddle in this river system, the     Chasm Falls stretch is just one of many. The river winds through the Adirondack Mountains and you get great scenery. Getting some good exercise and just being out on the river for a while are great attractions for lots of people. You can pitch a tent or park your RV at a nearby campground. 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. If you've been whitewater rafting and kayaking outside New York you might find the rivers here a bit more challenging, so if you're not from around here don't forget that rivers here are less forgiving. This section   is very short so no need to bring snacks. The wonderful Franklin County scenery and the water flowing gracefully down Salmon River make the trip here worthwhile. Briefly about the general area: Franklin State Forest Number One is a glorious forest area in the neighborhood of Salmon River, and The Bend is something you shouldn't miss since you're here. These mountains rock, just check out all the exciting things to do in the Adirondack Mountains. While you're here at Salmon River you will meet lots of folks from nearby Malone, and Needles Eye is an exciting thing to spot while you're here. Salmon River, Chasm Falls 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 Salmon River.   Whitewater Near Salmon River: Salmon River, Franklin County, 0 miles away       Class V+ - 0.5 miles long (Chasm Falls) Salmon River, Franklin County, 0 miles away       Class II-IV - 20 miles long (Chasm Falls to Westville Center) Salmon River, Franklin County, 6 miles away       Class II-IV - 3.9 miles long (Mt. View Lake to Hatch Brook) Little Trout River, Franklin County, 8 miles away       Class IV-V - 2 miles long (Burke to US 11) Deer River, Franklin County, 8 miles away       Class II-V+ - 14 miles long (Red Tavern Road to Deer River Stat) Meacham Lake Outlet, Franklin County, 11 miles away       Class III-V(V+) - 1.2 miles long (Route 30 Bridge to Rice Brook) Chateaugay River, Franklin County, 13 miles away       Class II-V+ - 12.2 miles long (Lower Chateugay Lake to Cooks Mill) Marble River, Franklin County, 13 miles away       Class II-V+ - 3.5 miles long (Route 374 to Cooks Mill) Saranac River - North Branch, Franklin/ Clinton County, 14 miles away       Class III-IV - 10.5 miles long (Mud Pond to Cold Brook) St. Regis River - East Branch, Franklin County, 15 miles away       Class III-V+ - 6 miles long (Everton Falls to Middle Branch)   Ski Areas Near Salmon River: Titus Mountain, New York , 1 miles away, 1200 foot drop, 7 lifts, 25 runs Mount Pisgah, New York , 21 miles away, 300 foot drop, 2 lifts, 5 runs Whiteface Mountain, New York , 31 miles away, 3166 foot drop, 10 lifts, 80 runs Gore Mountain, New York , 55 miles away, 2300 foot drop, 12 lifts, 88 runs Mont Saint Sauveur, Quebec , 56 miles away, 700 foot drop, 8 lifts, 38 runs Hickory Ski Center, New York , 68 miles away, 1280 foot drop, 4 lifts, 18 runs Mont Blanc - Faustin, Quebec , 69 miles away, 983 foot drop, 7 lifts, 36 runs McCauley Mountain, New York , 73 miles away, 633 foot drop, 5 lifts, 22 runs Gray Rocks, Quebec , 74 miles away, 620 foot drop, 5 lifts, 22 runs Tremblant, Quebec , 76 miles away, 2131 foot drop, 13 lifts, 92 runs   Hotels Near Salmon River: Sunset Inn, Malone , 6 miles away Red Roof PLUS+ & Suites Malone, Malone , 7 miles away Econo Lodge Malone, Malone , 8 miles away Four Seasons Motel-Malone, Malone , 8 miles away Holiday Inn Express & Suites MALONE, Malone , 9 miles away   Campgrounds Near Salmon River: Deer River Campsites, Malone, 5 miles away Legton, Malone, 7 miles away Deer River State Forest, Whippleville, 7 miles away   Golf Courses Near Salmon River: Malone Golf Club, Malone , 5 miles away   Lakes Near Salmon River Lake Titus, Franklin , 4 miles away