293 Bridge (Griffins Falls)

Currently the most popular play spot for play boaters. 293 is located directly below the interstate 293 overpass. At low through medium levels the river splits around a small rocky island. The river right channel is narrower. It has a nice surfing wave at low levels. On river left there are a variety of holes and waves for playing. Most boaters believe this section is best at river levels of 6000 to 8000 cfs. There is a sewage treatment plant located on the river left bank of the rapid.

If you are only interested in this segment of river, park on river right below 293 bridge. Take interstate 93 to Interstate 293, 101. Once you cross over the Merrimack stay on Route 101 by staying left where 293 exits to the right. Take the next exit for Route 3 after the exit for southbound Everett Turnpike. Take a right at the end of the ramp. After .7 miles take a left just after the Everett Turnpike overpass (road not signed). Go to the end of the road and park by the river.