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Vermont whitewater, Wardsboro Brook
Windham
county,
North Wardsboro to West River section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS III-IV 4.5 miles
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The North Wardsboro to West River section of Wardsboro Brook in Windham County is 4.5 miles long and has been rated as a class III-IV section by American Whitewater. The starting location is a short drive from Bennington, as you can see on the road map further down. The river winds through the Green Mountains and you get great scenery. 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. On this section you do get some distance, it's perfect for a one day trip. Whether you're whitewater rafting or kayaking around here you'll find a large
| number of good spots. This river system has a few good paddling stretches and the North Wardsboro to West River section is one of them. Great exercise and a chance to spend some time outdoors have a lot of people coming here. There are campgrounds quite near the river where you can camp. The scenic beauty of Windham County and the playfulness of the water are reasons enough to come here and paddle. If you've been out of state whitewater | |
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rafting and kayaking you might find the rivers here more forgiving, so keep in mind that many of the rivers in this state are not very demanding.
Briefly about the general area: Wardsboro Brook is not far at all
from Wardsboro, and Molly Stark State Park is worth a visit. Whohoo, so much amusing stuff in one place! The Green Mountains is great! Hiking along the Overlook Trail is splendid fun; obviously, everybody loves Jamaica
State Park. At this river you will never have a bad time. If you like skiing, you're in luck; Magic Mountain is in the neighborhood of Wardsboro Brook, and you can have a splendid hiking adventure along the Railroad Bed Trail.
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Wardsboro Brook, North Wardsboro to West River road map Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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These outdoors activities are available near Wardsboro Brook. |
| Whitewater Near Wardsboro Brook:
Wardsboro Brook, Windham County, 2 miles away Class III-IV - 4.5 miles long (North Wardsboro to West River) |
Ball Mountain Brook, Windham County, 4 miles away Class III-IV - 3.5 miles long (Metcalf Road to Jamaica State Park) |
West River, Windham County, 5 miles away Class II - 3.2 miles long (Salmon Hole to Route 100) |
Rock River, Windham County, 7 miles away Class III-IV - 3.3 miles long (South Newfane to West River) |
West River, Windham County, 9 miles away Class II-III - 5 miles long (Londonderry rapids) |
West River, Windham County, 9 miles away Class III - 2.75 miles long (Ball Mountain Dam to Jamaica State Park) |
Green River, Franklin County, 10 miles away Class II-III - 5.6 miles long (West Leyden to covered bridge) |
Winhall River, Windham / Bennington County, 10 miles away Class III+ - 4.5 miles long (Grahamville School Road to Winhall Campgrounds) |
Saxton's River, Windham County, 13 miles away Class II-III - 11 miles long (Grafton to Connecticut River) |
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| Ski Areas Near Wardsboro Brook:
Magic Mountain, Vermont
, 7 miles away, 1700 foot drop, 4 lifts, 40 runs |
Mount Snow, Vermont
, 10 miles away, 1700 foot drop, 20 lifts, 80 runs |
Stratton, Vermont
, 10 miles away, 2003 foot drop, 16 lifts, 90 runs |
Haystack, Vermont
, 11 miles away, 1160 foot drop, 23 lifts, 145 runs |
Bromley Mountain, Vermont
, 14 miles away, 1334 foot drop, 10 lifts, 45 runs |
Snow Valley, Vermont
, 16 miles away, 700 foot drop, 1 lifts, 7 runs |
Living Memorial Park, Vermont
, 16 miles away, 204 foot drop, 1 lifts, 1 runs |
Okemo, Vermont
, 18 miles away, 2210 foot drop, 19 lifts, 119 runs |
Berkshire East, Massachusetts
, 23 miles away, 1180 foot drop, 5 lifts, 45 runs |
Killington, Vermont
, 29 miles away, 3050 foot drop, 30 lifts, 141 runs |
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| Hotels Near Wardsboro Brook:
Stratton Mountain Resort, Stratton Mountain
, 7 miles away |
Deerhill Inn, West Dover
, 8 miles away |
Inn At Mount Snow, West Dover
, 8 miles away |
Deerhill Inn, West Dover
, 8 miles away |
Laylas Riverside Lodge, West Dover
, 8 miles away |
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| Trails Near Wardsboro Brook:
Overlook Trail, Windham
, 3 miles away |
Railroad Bed Trail, Windham
, 3 miles away |
Hamilton Falls Trail, Windham
, 4 miles away |
Mount Olga Trail, Windham
, 11 miles away |
Ghost Trail, Windham
, 11 miles away |
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| Public Lands Near Wardsboro Brook:
Jamaica State Park, Vermont
, 3 miles away |
Molly Stark State Park, Vermont
, 11 miles away |
Fort Dummer State Park, Vermont
, 18 miles away |
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| Golf Courses Near Wardsboro Brook:
Sitzmark Country Club, Wilmington
, 2 miles away |
Tater Hill Golf Club, Chester
, 9 miles away |
Brattleboro Country Club, Brattleboro
, 16 miles away |
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| Lakes Near Wardsboro Brook
Searsburg Reservoir, Bennington
, 15 miles away |
Lake Sadawga, Windham
, 16 miles away |
Indian Pond, Cheshire
, 19 miles away |
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