Kayak and canoe launches on Androscoggin River, New Hampshire

19 launch sites on Androscoggin River from NH Access Sites to Public Waters. 14 are listed as hand, car-top or paddlecraft launches. 5 are trailer ramps.

Fees: 19 list no fee, 0 list a fee, 0 not verified. Each listing names its source; check it before you go.

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• Androscoggin River Boat Ramp · Boat ramp (trailer)
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete planks

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Androscoggin River Cartop Access Site · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Carry from nearest mapped parking

  about 39 m (130 ft), straight line

  Elevation change, parking to launch point

  -0 ft (about 0% average grade)

  Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Boat Ramp (north ramp) · Boat ramp (trailer)
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Bofinger Conservation Area · Boat ramp (trailer)
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Cartop Access - Gaging Station · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cartop Access - Seven Islands · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cartop Access near Androscoggin Wayside · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Carry from nearest mapped parking

  about 74 m (240 ft), straight line

  Elevation change, parking to launch point

  -8 ft (about 3% average grade)

  Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cartop Access near Newell Brook · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Community Field · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Carry from nearest mapped parking

  about 71 m (230 ft), straight line

  Elevation change, parking to launch point

  -16 ft (about 7% average grade)

  Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Gorham Hydro · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Carry from nearest mapped parking

  about 7 m (20 ft), straight line

  Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Gorham Hydroelectric Station near Androscoggin River Reservoir (east ramp) · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Carry from nearest mapped parking

  about 264 m (870 ft), straight line

  Elevation change, parking to launch point

  -3 ft (about 0% average grade)

  • Very long carry (over about 200 m): plan on a cart, or make two trips with gear first. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Gorham Hydroelectric Station near Androscoggin River Reservoir (west ramp) · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Carry from nearest mapped parking

  about 310 m (1020 ft), straight line

  Elevation change, parking to launch point

  +1 ft (about 0% average grade)

  • Very long carry (over about 200 m): plan on a cart, or make two trips with gear first. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Carry distance: nearest parking mapped in OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL); elevations: USGS 3DEP. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Horne Field · Boat ramp (trailer)
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Indian Cove Cartop Access Site · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Lead Mine State Forest · Boat ramp (trailer)
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)
  • The agency rates access here as difficult. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Mollidgewock State Park · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Nansen Wayside State Park · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Rotary Park near Androscoggin River Reservoir · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Shelburne Canoe Launch · Hand launch / carry-in
  No fee listed by NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT) (checked 2026-10-26) View in Google Earth (opens in a new tab) Directions (opens in a new tab)
  Getting to the water

  Dock or boarding float

  None listed

  Official fields: NH Access Sites to Public Waters (NH GRANIT). Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

New Hampshire paddling rules
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Data shown as published by the agency or mapped source; launch details and fees change, so check the official source before you go.