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Rapid NH Class III

Sawyer Rock

Saco River - 1.) Crawford Notch to Bartlett (along Hwy 302) · NH

American Whitewater 44.0918, -71.3513

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Gauge Conditions

Saco River at River Street, at Bartlett, NH Downstream Primary
Runnable: 650.0 – 5,500.0 CFS

This level is just an estimate at this time, as more information comes in we will update the range.

Data from American Whitewater & USGS

Photo

Sawyer Rock
Photo courtesy of American Whitewater

Description

Fairly straighforward but look out for ledge hole at the bottom that can have a rather strong backwash. The rapid can be identified by a smooth ledge rock (Sawyer's) on river right as the river turns to the left. The boulder strewn drop above Sawyer's rock requires a little skill to navigate. This is a popular swimming hole in the summer.

Location

Interactive river map Loads as you approach this section.
Type
Rapid
Difficulty
Class III
Mile Marker
1.7 mi
Directions
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1.) Crawford Notch to Bartlett (along Hwy 302)
Saco River
III-IV 6.3 mi

Current Conditions

5-Day Forecast

Whitewater data from
American Whitewater