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The Route 302 Takeout and Gage is located on the Saco River's East Branch in Bartlett, New Hampshire, serving as a whitewater takeout point for paddlers running this popular section of river. This site is positioned along Route 302, making it accessible by vehicle for those completing a whitewater paddling trip. The East Branch of the Saco is known for its whitewater character, offering various difficulty levels depending on water flow and seasonal conditions. As a takeout location, this site is designed to facilitate the end of paddling runs, allowing boaters to exit the water and retrieve their vehicles. The presence of a USGS gage station at this location indicates it's a monitored section of river, which is valuable information for paddlers planning trips and assessing water levels before putting on.