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Access Site VT

Put In

Ompompanoosuc River

Source: american_whitewater Updated 5 months ago

City: Thetford, VT
County: Orange
Type: Whitewater Put In
Location: 43.88156400, -72.26197200
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I-II+(IV) Put-in Ompompanoosuc - Post Mills to Confluence
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About This Access Site
Put In is a whitewater access point on the Ompompanoosuc River located in Thetford, Orange County, Vermont. This is a popular starting point for paddlers looking to run the upper sections of the Ompompanoosuc, which is known for its whitewater rapids and scenic valley setting. The site provides access to a classic New England river with moderate gradient and technical sections suitable for experienced paddlers.

The Ompompanoosuc River in this area offers a mix of Class II and Class III rapids depending on water level and seasonal conditions. Paddlers should be comfortable with moving water and maneuvering around obstacles. The river corridor features forested banks and rural landscape typical of central Vermont. Water levels can vary significantly with season and recent precipitation, so checking current conditions before launching is essential.