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Vermont whitewater, Green River
Windham Franklin
county,
Green River to West Leyden section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS II-III 6.8 miles
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This section of Green River in Windham / Franklin County is 6.8 miles long and is according to American Whitewater a class II-III section of whitewater. The beautiful scenery of Vermont and the playfulness of the water make the trip here worthwhile. There aren’t any hotels right nearby but if you're willing to drive a short distance then no problem but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This section is |
long enough to enjoy a good non stop paddle, suitable for an afternoon trip. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking this area has a large number of paddling places. Getting some good exercise and just hanging out
| with mother nature have people coming from far and near. The Green River to West Leyden stretch is one of a few paddling stretches in this river system. The put-in location is a reasonable drive from Springfield, if you're not familiar with the area there's a road map further down the page. The campgrounds here at Green River are pretty good. Whitewater rafting and kayaking spots in Vermont are easier than the national norm, so don't forget | |
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that the rivers in this state are less demanding.
Briefly about the general area: You simply must stop by Gallup Pinnacle while you're here at Green River; if you're here you can take a hike along the Sunset Trail.
Here at Green River there are plenty of folks from Colrain, and if the weather is delightful, you can go for a hike along the Sunrise Trail. This river is a great place to visit. On a delightful day you can have a look at
Horse Race in close proximity to Green River; a spree here wouldn’t be complete without a tour to close by Molly Stark State Park. You can never get enough of the delightful skiing at Living Memorial Park; don't leave without going to Fort Dummer State Park.
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Green River, Green River to West Leyden road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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Map
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Stats
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Weather
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These outdoors activities are available near Green River. |
| Whitewater Near Green River:
Green River, Windham / Franklin County, 2 miles away Class II-III - 6.8 miles long (Green River to West Leyden) |
North River, Franklin County, 5 miles away Class II - 7 miles long (Halifax Vermont Gorge to Colrain) |
Millers River - Lower, Franklin County, 7 miles away Class II-III - 6.5 miles long (Erving to Millers Falls) |
Deerfield River, Franklin County, 8 miles away Class I-II - 7 miles long (Wilcox Hollow to Stillwater Bridge) |
Green River, Franklin County, 9 miles away Class II-III - 5.6 miles long (West Leyden to covered bridge) |
Rock River, Windham County, 11 miles away Class III-IV - 3.3 miles long (South Newfane to West River) |
West River, Windham County, 13 miles away Class III - 2.75 miles long (Ball Mountain Dam to Jamaica State Park) |
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| Ski Areas Near Green River:
Living Memorial Park, Vermont
, 8 miles away, 204 foot drop, 1 lifts, 1 runs |
Berkshire East, Massachusetts
, 16 miles away, 1180 foot drop, 5 lifts, 45 runs |
Haystack, Vermont
, 19 miles away, 1160 foot drop, 23 lifts, 145 runs |
Mount Snow, Vermont
, 20 miles away, 1700 foot drop, 20 lifts, 80 runs |
Magic Mountain, Vermont
, 25 miles away, 1700 foot drop, 4 lifts, 40 runs |
Stratton, Vermont
, 25 miles away, 2003 foot drop, 16 lifts, 90 runs |
Bromley Mountain, Vermont
, 31 miles away, 1334 foot drop, 10 lifts, 45 runs |
Snow Valley, Vermont
, 32 miles away, 700 foot drop, 1 lifts, 7 runs |
Blandford, Massachusetts
, 32 miles away, 465 foot drop, 5 lifts, 26 runs |
Okemo, Vermont
, 34 miles away, 2210 foot drop, 19 lifts, 119 runs |
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| Hotels Near Green River:
Grand Summit Hotel, West Dover
, 6 miles away |
Snow Lake Lodge, West Dover
, 6 miles away |
Dalems Chalet, Brattleboro
, 7 miles away |
Hampton Inn - Suites Greenfield, Greenfield
, 8 miles away |
Days Inn Greenfield, Greenfield
, 8 miles away |
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| Trails Near Green River:
Sunset Trail, Windham
, 8 miles away |
Sunrise Trail, Windham
, 8 miles away |
Mount Olga Trail, Windham
, 11 miles away |
Ghost Trail, Windham
, 12 miles away |
Deerfield Ridge Trail, Windham
, 19 miles away |
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| Public Lands Near Green River:
Quinebaug & Shetucket Rivers Valley National Heritage Corridor, Putnam - CT
, 69 miles away |
Fort Dummer State Park, Vermont
, 8 miles away |
Molly Stark State Park, Vermont
, 12 miles away |
Jamaica State Park, Vermont
, 20 miles away |
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| Golf Courses Near Green River:
Country Club of Greenfield, Greenfield
, 8 miles away |
Brattleboro Country Club, Brattleboro
, 9 miles away |
The Meadows Golf Club, Greenfield
, 10 miles away |
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| Lakes Near Green River
Indian Pond, Cheshire
, 11 miles away |
Lake Sadawga, Windham
, 15 miles away |
Spofford Lake, Cheshire
, 19 miles away |
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