Recreation on the
Androscoggin River
Map 1

Access point descriptions refer to river right and river left as viewed facing downstream. Only public sites or bridges are included in this list. In some areas there are other commonly used access sites on the river. Ask locally and get permission before using. Some dams have portage trails and access both upstream and downstream of the dam. Some dams do not have a practicable route around, have a unusually long carry, or do not have access. Those with reasonable access and carry routes are marked PORTAGE.

A1. Errol Dam Boat Launch/PORTAGE
First left after crossing Errol bridge southbound on Rt. 26 east leads to a state boat launch upstream of the dam (river left).

A2. Errol Bridge
Put in either upstream or downstream of the whitewater (river right). Camping available at Saco Bound.

A3. Mollidgewock State Park
Follow signs on Rt. 16. Camping is available by the river or at remote, canoe-in sites. For information call (603) 482-3372.

A4. Seven Island Bridge
Off Rt. 16 on the west side (river right) below the bridge. Many people like to fish at this spot.

Errol to Pontook Dam Flatwater-Class 2
Warning: Experienced paddlers who are equipped properly and prepared only!
This section is a mix of quickwater and small gravel bar-ledge type rapids. Spruce-fir forest interspersed with white pine line the river. Rt. 16 follows the river for much of the run down to Pontook dam. Numerous access points allow trips of different lengths. Some primitive camping available at Mollidgewock State Park, both at the campground and along the river.

Please refer to water flow classifications for definitions of the rating system, and comprehensive list of characteristics of different segments of the Androscoggin River.

These on-line maps are intended for reference only, and do not print well from the web. The AMC Androscoggin River Map and Guide, printed on waterproof tyvek, is indispensible to the river enthusiast. Copies are $7.95, for information on ordering, click this link.(adobe acrobat .pdf file)

Click on the map number links to the right for information on that section of the river