Access Site
NH
Merrimack County Facility
City: Boscawen, NH
County: Merrimack County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 43.36353380, -71.64671317
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Merrimack River
3 runs (2 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
Downstream from here Upstream from here
Downstream from here Upstream from here
I
This location is on this run
1) Franklin to Concord
24.0 mi
5 ft/mi
I-II+(III)
Downstream from here (27.6 mi to put-in)
6) Amoskeag Falls to Goffs Falls (Crack Pipe, 293 Wave)
5.1 mi
4 ft/mi
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
This Merrimack County-managed access point on the Merrimack River in Boscawen provides boating and fishing access for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorboats. The facility serves as a carry-in launch for paddlers looking to access the Merrimack River's scenic middle section. The location offers a convenient put-in for exploring the river's various water conditions, from calmer sections suitable for recreational paddling to areas with moderate current.
The Merrimack River in this region provides diverse paddling opportunities, and the Boscawen access point is well-positioned for day trips or longer river explorations. Paddlers should be aware of the river's water level and seasonal flow conditions before launching. The facility is situated near other recreation areas including Hopkinton-Everett Lake and Franklin Falls Dam, offering nearby alternatives for boaters seeking different water conditions. For current information on parking availability, facility hours, and any applicable fees or regulations, contact Merrimack County or the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Public Access Boating program.
The Merrimack River in this region provides diverse paddling opportunities, and the Boscawen access point is well-positioned for day trips or longer river explorations. Paddlers should be aware of the river's water level and seasonal flow conditions before launching. The facility is situated near other recreation areas including Hopkinton-Everett Lake and Franklin Falls Dam, offering nearby alternatives for boaters seeking different water conditions. For current information on parking availability, facility hours, and any applicable fees or regulations, contact Merrimack County or the New Hampshire Fish and Game Department's Public Access Boating program.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Hopkinton-Everett Lake
Located within
Franklin Falls Dam
Located within
Blackwater Dam
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