Access Site
ME
Butternut
Source: maine_department_of_agriculture__conservation_and_forestry Updated 1 year ago
City: Chelsea, ME
County: Kennebec County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.28612523, -69.78709909
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Kennebec River
4 runs (1 nearby)Difficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
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These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Butternut access site is a town-operated park located in Chelsea offering direct access to the Kennebec River. To reach it, follow Route 9 south out of Augusta into Chelsea, turn right onto Ferry Road, and continue down the winding road to the site. The location provides a convenient put-in point for paddlers and boaters exploring this section of the river.
**Important conditions to note:** The site features a single gravel boat ramp that is in poor condition and becomes unusable at low tide, so plan your launch accordingly and check tide tables before heading out. On-site parking is limited, so arriving early during peak times is advisable. This is best suited for smaller boats and canoes/kayaks rather than larger trailered vessels. The Kennebec River in this area offers opportunities for paddling, though paddlers should be familiar with river conditions and currents before launching.
**Important conditions to note:** The site features a single gravel boat ramp that is in poor condition and becomes unusable at low tide, so plan your launch accordingly and check tide tables before heading out. On-site parking is limited, so arriving early during peak times is advisable. This is best suited for smaller boats and canoes/kayaks rather than larger trailered vessels. The Kennebec River in this area offers opportunities for paddling, though paddlers should be familiar with river conditions and currents before launching.