Canoeing, Kayaking & Camping On the Saco River in Maine & NH

Date: November 04, 2011   Fire Danger : Low


Saco River Conditions
Height: 3.73'   CFS: 920

North Conway to ConwayNormal Summer Conditions: Flat water combined with several sections of riffles and / or class I & II water. The river has several turns and switchbacks and may contain some obstacles. Good quick water sections & scenery. During normal summer conditions.
Temp Level Class
53° F High I, II, III

 

Saco Bound to the Old SacoNormally during summer, all flat water with beautiful scenery and white sand beaches. This section is perfect for families with easy paddling and few obstructions. Free camping is available. During normal summer conditions.
Temp Level Class
54° F Medium I, II

 

Old Saco to Hiram, MENormal Summer Conditions: A great stretch of river wilderness for overnight trips features flat water and one section of fun riffles at Walkers Falls. During normal summer conditions.
Temp Level Class
52° F Medium/High I, II

 

Swift River The Swift River is a steep and technical run. The season for paddling is often over quickly, but in the early Spring or times of heavy rain it can be a superb class IV run with some calss V drops. You better know your stuff on this river!
Temp Level Class
43° F xxxx II, III & IV +

 

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River Tips & Key
Respect Nature & Leave NO Trace • Wear Your PFD • Know Before You Go • Use This Report Only as a Guide • River Conditions Can Change • Respect Other River Users
High – Very swift current, experience necessary, wear PDF Medium – Approx. 3.5mph current, some sandbars, caution with children Summer – Many beaches & easy paddling conditions

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