Peabody
Route 16 to Gorham
| Difficulty | IV |
| Length | 4.8 mi |
| Avg Gradient | n/a |
| Gauge | Peabody River at Gorham, New Hampshire |
| Flow Rate as of 17 minutes | 175 cfsbelow recommended |
| Reach Info Last Updated | May 4, 2018 |
River Description
Wide open stream bed with cobble stones.
The gauge is new. The flow range is an estimate based on the 75th percentile. If you run this section please leave a comment with more flow beta.
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Trip Reports
Log in to add a reportThe Peabody is an under appreciated run fed by Mount Washington snowmelt. At low-medium levels (400-800 cfs), it is mostly a Class III paddle (although I have not paddled below the Route 16 bridge or above the picnic area). The lack of distinct rapids (aside from a defined bedrock rapid above the Route 16 bridge) is more than made up by clear water, consistent rapids, and wonderful views of the Presidentials. It is a friendly, scenic run to tack on to the end of a spring ski day. It is possible - and worth it - to put in above the campground at road side parking area about a mile upstream. Likely further up as well.