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Access Site NJ

Put In

South Fork Raritan River

Source: american_whitewater Updated 3 months ago

City: Mount Olive, NJ
County: Morris
Type: Whitewater Put In
Location: 40.84312600, -74.75275100
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Whitewater Run
IV Put-in Raritan, S. Branch - Upper Upper- (Above Drakestown Rd.)
160 ft/mi
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About This Access Site
Put In is a whitewater access point on the South Branch of the Raritan River in Mount Olive, Morris County, New Jersey. This location serves as a put-in spot for paddlers looking to run whitewater sections of the South Branch, which is known for offering Class I to Class II rapids depending on water levels and season. The site provides access to a scenic stretch of river that flows through the northern New Jersey highlands region. Paddlers should be aware of water level conditions before launching, as the South Branch's whitewater character is highly dependent on seasonal flow and recent rainfall. The area surrounding this put-in is part of the broader Raritan River system, which offers multiple access points for multi-day paddling trips.