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Access Site ME

Piscataquis River

Piscataquis River • Penobscot River

Source: maine_department_of_agriculture__conservation_and_forestry Updated 1 year ago

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City: Howland, ME
County: Penobscot County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.24056444, -68.65850122
74 Water St, Howland, ME 04448, USA
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Piscataquis River at Medford, Maine Same River 10.3 mi away
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Piscataquis River near Dover-Foxcroft, Maine Same River 32.3 mi away
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Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Piscataquis 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
I-III Upstream from here (13.4 mi from take-out) Dover-Foxcroft 18.5 mi to Derby, 9 mi to Medford
28.0 mi
II-III Upstream from here (13.0 mi from take-out) Medford to Maxfield
0.5 mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
I-II(III) 55 mi away Blanchard to Upper Abbott
10.7 mi 30 ft/mi
Whitewater data from American Whitewater
About This Access Site
The Piscataquis River boat ramp in Howland provides public access to this scenic Maine river located in Penobscot County. This is a convenient launch point for kayakers, canoeists, and small motorboats looking to explore the Piscataquis River system. The access site features a boat ramp suitable for launching various watercraft types.

Before visiting, check current conditions and water levels, as the Piscataquis River's flow can vary seasonally. Paddlers should be prepared for Maine river conditions and carry appropriate safety equipment. Contact the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife for specific details about amenities (parking, restroom facilities, boarding floats), current fees, and any seasonal closures or restrictions at this particular location.