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 26 minutes | 315 cfsbelow recommended |
| Reach Info Last Updated | May 12, 2023 |
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
Jan 4, 2023
The 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)
Jul 11, 2011
Just above the coverd bridge takeout. Portage / scout on river right.
Jul 4, 2011
Sharon Lacroix on middle ledges at 600 cfs
