Gaspésie

Ristigouche/Kedgwick River

Intermediate
★★★★⯨ 4.5
2
rapids mapped

The map draws the full river. This route covers a section of it; the description says which.

About

The Restigouche/Kedgwick system is a world-renowned Heritage River offering exceptional wilderness canoeing through stunning Appalachian valleys. With 26 rapids mostly R1-R2 and excellent camping at 29 maintained sites, this route suits all skill levels from beginners to experts. The crystal-clear waters are famous for Atlantic salmon, bald eagles, and pristine wilderness scenery along the Quebec-New Brunswick border. Multi-day expeditions from 3-7 days are possible, with professional outfitters providing full support and the Kedgwick adding exciting Class II whitewater to the experience.

Highlights

Heritage River statusWorld-class salmon fishingMulti-day expeditionsProfessional outfittersPristine wilderness
Best season: June-September

The rapids this document describes

The document describes 26. The map shows 2, because it only places rapids a national survey publishes a coordinate for. The two counts measure different things.

RapidClassPortageSurveyor's note
R1R1
GCEBRapide GC classé EB près de Fosse Whyples
GBEBRapide GB classé EB
GDEBRapide GD classé EB
GCEBSecond rapide GC classé EB près de Clearwater Brook
GCEBTroisième rapide GC classé EB près du km 16
R8R8Rapide près du km 12
R1R1Rapide de classe 1 près de Fosse 2 Milles
R1R1Rapide de classe R1
R1R1Rapide près de Restigouche River
R1R1Rapide près de Three Sisters
R1R1Rapide de classe 1 près de Patapedia River
R1R1Rapide de classe 1 en aval
R1+S2(à G)R1+S2 R1-2Rapide R1 avec section S2 à gauche
R1R1Rapide classe 1 près d'English Island
R1-2R1-2Rapide classe 1-2 près de Restigouche River confluence
R1R1Rapide classe 1 près du km 80
R1R1Rapide de classe 1 près de Kit Island
R1R1Rapide de classe 1 près de Aiméo Island
R2-3R2-3Rapide situé vers 58 km avec camping sauvage au 30 m disponible
R1-2 EBR1-2Rapide de classe R1-2 EB près du confluent
R2-3R2-3Rapide de classe R2-3 près du kilomètre 52
R2-3R2-3Rapides de galets
R1R1Rapide de classe 1 près du marqueur 28 km
R1R1Rapide de classe 1 près du marqueur 36 km
R1R1

This table publishes no position for any rapid. Where a surveyor's note mentions a kilometre, those are their words quoted as written, and the figure was read off a scanned map: use it to follow their description, not to navigate. Most of these surveys were written in French.

Surveyed by Charles Leduc, 2022-08. RestigoucheLeduc2022.pdf

The campsites this document describes

The document describes 26 campsite(s).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difficulty level of Ristigouche/Kedgwick River?

Ristigouche/Kedgwick River is rated Intermediate. Whitewater ratings are not exact: grades change with water level and season. Verify current conditions locally before you paddle.

When is the best time to canoe Ristigouche/Kedgwick River?

The best time is June-September.

Where is Ristigouche/Kedgwick River located?

Ristigouche/Kedgwick River is located in the Gaspésie region of Canada.

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Sources

cartespleinair.org · natureaventure.ca · canoerestigouche.ca · themaritimeexplorer.ca

Conditions change with water level and season. Grades and positions are for planning, not navigation. Verify locally before you paddle. Terms of use

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