Access Site
NH
Ossipee River
City: Effingham, NH
County: Carroll County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 43.79188119, -71.03311587
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Saco River at Cornish, Maine
12.6 mi away
Bearcamp River at South Tamworth, NH
13 mi away
Saco River near Conway, NH
14 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Ossipee River
2 runsDifficulty 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
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I-II
Put-in at this location
Lake Ossipee to Kezar Falls, Maine
10.6 mi
I-II
Downstream from here (2.4 mi to put-in)
N.H. border to Saco R.
14.1 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Ossipee River boat ramp in Effingham provides public access to the Ossipee River via Route 25 east off Route 16 in Center Ossipee. This approximately 15-foot-wide ramp accommodates small to medium-sized boats and is suitable for kayaks, canoes, and other recreational watercraft. The site offers free trailer parking available 24 hours, along with handicap-accessible facilities including dock and pier access. Seasonal restrooms are available on-site.
**Important Restrictions:** The ramp enforces a no personal watercraft/jet ski policy and has speed restrictions in certain areas. For current conditions, seasonal facility status, or additional information, contact the New Hampshire Fish & Game Department at 603-271-3511. This is a solid access point for paddlers looking to explore the Ossipee River system in the Conway area.
**Important Restrictions:** The ramp enforces a no personal watercraft/jet ski policy and has speed restrictions in certain areas. For current conditions, seasonal facility status, or additional information, contact the New Hampshire Fish & Game Department at 603-271-3511. This is a solid access point for paddlers looking to explore the Ossipee River system in the Conway area.