Ellis River
Coos Co. · 15 mi · Class II–III
212CFS/ 4.69 ft
Optimal→Stable
Optimal: 200–800 CFS · USGS #01064801
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White Mountain National Forest · Jackson NH Covered Bridge corridor
A compact White Mountain whitewater run through the covered bridge village of Jackson, New Hampshire. The Ellis River delivers Class II–III rapids through granite-walled channels with views of Wildcat Mountain and the Presidential Range. Historic covered bridges span the river at several points — Jackson's Honeymoon Bridge is one of the most photographed in New England.
Trip sections
Pinkham Notch to Jackson — Class II–III, mountain run
Jackson to Glen — Class I–II, covered bridge section
Outfitters
Jackson Ski Touring Foundation
Local river access info and seasonal conditions, Jackson NH
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