Vermont whitewater, Ball Mountain Brook Windham county, Metcalf Road to Jamaica State Park section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.   CLASS III-IV     3.5 miles   The sections for whitewater rafting and kayaking here in Vermont are often more forgiving than in other states, so if you're not from around here don't forget that a large number of rivers in this state are quite easy. The put-in is not too far from Bennington, as you can see on the road map further down. This section of Ball Mountain Brook in Vermont is 3.5 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class III-IV section of whitewater.     Whitewater paddling here in the Green Mountains is a great experience. There are some good hotels near the river, but do book a room before you come because it is a very popular destination. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large number of good places. And of course, there are campgrounds nearby. This stretch is short so no need to bring snacks. The Metcalf Road to Jamaica State Park stretch is one of a few paddling stretches in this river system. Getting your paddling muscles activated and just hanging out with mother nature have a lot of people coming here. The scenic beauty of Windham County and the playfulness of the   water are in themselves reasons enough to come here to paddle. Briefly about the general area: There is a great hiking trail near Ball Mountain Brook called the Railroad Bed Trail, and a good spot like Jamaica State Park is too great to leave out. Whohoo, so much entertaining stuff in one place! The Green Mountains is unbeatable! The Overlook Trail is a delightful hiking trail close to Ball Mountain Brook, and the great folks of Jamaica like to hang out nearby. A river like this is too good to miss. Going to Molly Stark State Park close to Ball Mountain Brook is a pleasant thing to do, and good skiing awaits you at Magic Mountain. Ball Mountain Brook, Metcalf Road to Jamaica State Park 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 Ball Mountain Brook.   Whitewater Near Ball Mountain Brook: Ball Mountain Brook, Windham County, 2 miles away       Class III-IV - 3.5 miles long (Metcalf Road to Jamaica State Park) West River, Windham County, 2 miles away       Class II - 3.2 miles long (Salmon Hole to Route 100) Wardsboro Brook, Windham County, 3 miles away       Class III-IV - 4.5 miles long (North Wardsboro to West River) West River, Windham County, 7 miles away       Class II-III - 5 miles long (Londonderry rapids) Winhall River, Windham / Bennington County, 8 miles away       Class III+ - 4.5 miles long (Grahamville School Road to Winhall Campgrounds) Rock River, Windham County, 10 miles away       Class III-IV - 3.3 miles long (South Newfane to West River) West River, Windham County, 12 miles away       Class III - 2.75 miles long (Ball Mountain Dam to Jamaica State Park) Deerfield River - East Branch, -blank- County, 12 miles away       Class I-II - 6 miles long (Somerset Reservoir to Searsburg Reservoir) Green River, Franklin County, 13 miles away       Class II-III - 5.6 miles long (West Leyden to covered bridge) Saxton's River, Windham County, 14 miles away       Class II-III - 11 miles long (Grafton to Connecticut River)   Ski Areas Near Ball Mountain Brook: Magic Mountain, Vermont , 6 miles away, 1700 foot drop, 4 lifts, 40 runs Stratton, Vermont , 7 miles away, 2003 foot drop, 16 lifts, 90 runs Mount Snow, Vermont , 9 miles away, 1700 foot drop, 20 lifts, 80 runs Haystack, Vermont , 11 miles away, 1160 foot drop, 23 lifts, 145 runs Bromley Mountain, Vermont , 11 miles away, 1334 foot drop, 10 lifts, 45 runs Snow Valley, Vermont , 13 miles away, 700 foot drop, 1 lifts, 7 runs Okemo, Vermont , 16 miles away, 2210 foot drop, 19 lifts, 119 runs Living Memorial Park, Vermont , 19 miles away, 204 foot drop, 1 lifts, 1 runs Berkshire East, Massachusetts , 25 miles away, 1180 foot drop, 5 lifts, 45 runs Killington, Vermont , 26 miles away, 3050 foot drop, 30 lifts, 141 runs   Hotels Near Ball Mountain Brook: Stratton Mountain Resort, Stratton Mountain , 5 miles away Deerhill Inn, West Dover , 9 miles away Inn At Mount Snow, West Dover , 9 miles away Deerhill Inn, West Dover , 9 miles away Laylas Riverside Lodge, West Dover , 9 miles away   Campgrounds Near Ball Mountain Brook: Jamaica State Park, Jamaica, 2 miles away Winhall Brook, South Londonderry, 3 miles away Winhall Brook - Ball Mountain Lake, -blank-, 5 miles away   Trails Near Ball Mountain Brook: Overlook Trail, Windham , 2 miles away Railroad Bed Trail, Windham , 3 miles away Hamilton Falls Trail, Windham , 3 miles away Little Michigan Trail, Bennington , 11 miles away Utley Brook Trail, Bennington , 12 miles away   Public Lands Near Ball Mountain Brook: Jamaica State Park, Vermont , 3 miles away Molly Stark State Park, Vermont , 12 miles away Emerald Lake State Park, Vermont , 17 miles away   Golf Courses Near Ball Mountain Brook: Sitzmark Country Club, Wilmington , 5 miles away Tater Hill Golf Club, Chester , 9 miles away Manchester Country Club, Manchester Center , 17 miles away   Lakes Near Ball Mountain Brook Searsburg Reservoir, Bennington , 14 miles away Lake Sadawga, Windham , 17 miles away Emerald Lake, Bennington , 17 miles away