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Mount Washington Valley River Report

Date: July 29, 2010   Fire Danger : High


Saco River Conditions
Height: 2.82'   CFS: 354

North Conway to Conway – Normal 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
67° F Summer I, II, III

 

Saco Bound to the Old Saco – Normally 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
68° F Summer I, II

 

Old Saco to Hiram, ME – Normal 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
69° F Summer 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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