Madawaska River
A 19-mile paddling route in Ontario, Canada.
- 19.0 mi
- one way
- 933 ft
- high point
- Point to point
- route
Madawaska River is a 19-mile paddling route in Ontario, Canada, inside Lower Madawaska River Provincial Park. The nearest town is Griffith, about 5.1 miles west of the start. Peaks within about 3 miles include Joyces Mountain, Jamiesons Mountain and Icy Hills. For camping, Griffiths Wild Camp is within about 6 miles. The route and its length come from OpenStreetMap. River levels, weirs and access points change, so check local conditions and portages before you paddle.
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Conditions and forecast
Daily highs and lows, wind and the chance of precipitation at Madawaska River for the next 7 days, from the Open-Meteo model.
Map and trail data © OpenStreetMap contributors
