Take Out

The Mill River take-out in Clarendon provides access to a medium-sized river system with significant gradient and flow characteristics. This is a whitewater take-out location on a Stream Order 5 river that drains 49 square miles and maintains an average flow of 83.91 cubic feet per second. The site sits at approximately 31.30 meters elevation, downstream from the river's headwaters in the upper portion of its 23.12-mile course through Rutland County.

With an average gradient of 20 feet per mile and substantial elevation drop across the system, the Mill River offers whitewater paddling opportunities suited to intermediate and advanced paddlers. The average velocity of 1.32 feet per second indicates moderate current conditions, though velocity will vary depending on recent rainfall and seasonal flows. Paddlers should be prepared for moving water and potential hazards associated with a river of this size and gradient.

This take-out location serves the lower section of the Mill River. Paddlers should verify current water levels and conditions before launching, as flow rates can fluctuate significantly with season and precipitation. The Clarendon location places the site in the lower portion of the river system, making it suitable for multi-mile paddling trips from upstream launch points.