Last paddle: May, 2008
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When you arrive at the Route 4 boat launch in Canaan, NH you have a difficult choice. You can head off on the more popular Mascoma River and end up in a beautiful pond full of flowers and birds continuing on until you meet the rapids [...]

Tewksbury Pond is right on the Canaan/Grafton town line. It’s a very small pond, so don’t expect to spend a great deal of time here, unless you are planning to spend the afternoon floating. Tewksbury has several summer camps on the end closest to the put-in which are often quite busy. It’s [...]

Clark Pond is another hidden gem in Canaan. And although it is listed in the AMC Quiet Water book, I rarely see many other kayaks or canoes. Clark Pond is a very small pond with three or four cabins on the pond itself, but still very quiet. If you are looking for [...]

There’s a little known section of the Mascoma River accessible in Canaan, NH which will give you a day of floating relaxation. It’s one of my favorite places to boat and each time I paddle there I have an equally wonderful experience.
Put-In
Depending on the water level, the put-in can be tricky. You might [...]