Recreation on the
Androscoggin River
Map 12

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.

B 8. East Waterman Rd. River Access
Off of Rt.4 just south of a public picnic area is East Waterman Road. Turn here and follow the road to its dead end down to the river. Be careful not to block buildings by end of road.

Gulf Island Dam
River access here is pending according to dam operators FPL Energy.

Deer Rips Dam
River access here is pending according to dam operators FPL Energy.

Twin Bridges-Gulf Island Pond Flatwater
This area of the river feels the effects of Gulf Island Pond Dam downstream. The impoundment makes it more like a lake, and the bass fishing is excellent. Large white pines and osprey are residents.

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