Connecticut
Pittsburg
| Difficulty | III-IV(V) |
| Length | 1 mi |
| Avg Gradient | 100 fpm |
| Gauge | Connecticut R Below Indian Stream Nr Pittsburg, Nh |
| Flow Rate as of 1 hour | 556 cfsrunnable |
| Reach Info Last Updated | May 12, 2023 |
River Description
The Upper Connecticut is well known for its trout fishing, not whitewater. Most of the major drops on the river were damed up many years ago creating several lakes including First, Second, and Third Connecticut lakes and Lake Francis. Shortly downstream from the outlet to Lake Francis is a short creeky section that is seldom run. This section has several ledge drops that culminates in one larger drop right at the covered bridge takeout. Be aware that portaging and scouting is difficult because of steep banks and thickly wooded banks with many fallen spruce trees.
Before you go,youbetter take alookattheflowfrom Murphydam.
Indian Stream could be pumping while Murphy dam is only at 200 CFS
River Features
Put In Cedar Stream Rd
Take Out
Trip Reports
Log in to add a reportThe flow was 1070 cfs below the confluence with indian river and 700 cfs at murphy dam.
Short and fun. Good combo to paddle with the trophy stretch (class II-III)
Just above the coverd bridge takeout. Portage / scout on river right.
Sharon Lacroix on middle ledges at 600 cfs