The Baker River in New Hampshire has some incredible paddling, most of which happens on flat water. It’s has plenty of options as well with easy day trips and even multi-day trips with camping. There is a very upper section for the most experienced paddlers during high water with class V water. Warren, Wentworth and Rumney are the primary towns along the 34-mile river that ultimately feeds the Pemigewasset River.
Baker River Flows And Weather
Rapids and Float Notes
South Branch of Baker River Paddling – 3ish miles of Class V make this a stretch best approached by kayakers and experienced rowers.
Main River – Mostly nice flat water paddling. Much of the river runs through lush, scenic zones that run off the roads at times. Running Rumney to Plymouth is a good option and the shuttle service listed below might be able to help out as well. You will run across some rocks and logs along with shallow water at times but portages are rare and you can usually slide through everywhere just fine. Always be on the lookout for danger however and scout when you are unsure.
Shuttle Services
There are a few rafting outfits running trips in the region and they are your best bet for Baker River shuttles.
Plymouth Ski and Sport – They have rentals for kayaks, canoes and SUP’s. They also run tuber shuttles. Good bet for finding a shuttle for your self supported kayak or canoe trip with these guys. Call them at 603-536-2338 or 603-536-3100 and ask about the service.
Baker River New Hampshire Fishing
You might find a few wild trout in the upper branches. The main river has stocked hatchery trout with some big ones around the hatchery in Warren. The water becomes too hot for many of the trout in the summer. Some may survive and hold over to the next year but stocking efforts are used to maintain populations throughout the year.
