Best paddling near Chester

7 paddle runs · 7 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best paddling near Chester, Vermont — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 7 of 7 paddle runs · best 15 shown on the map
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Confluence With Otter Creek To Ten Kilns Brook
#1 Confluence With Otter Creek To Ten Kilns Brook
14.8 mi away
The Whitewater River run Confluence With Otter Creek To Ten Kilns Brook in Vermont is a popular spot for kayaking and rafting enthusiasts. The ideal streamflow range for this…
Why 65: a defined runnable stretch
65Top-rated
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First Bridge Upstream On Route 100 To Confluence With West River
#2 First Bridge Upstream On Route 100 To Confluence With West River
14.9 mi away
. The Whitewater River Run from the First Bridge Upstream on Route 100 to the confluence with the West River in Vermont is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters. The…
Why 65: a defined runnable stretch
65Top-rated
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South Wallington To Emerald Lake
#3 South Wallington To Emerald Lake
19.9 mi away
The Whitewater River run from South Wallington to Emerald Lake in Vermont is a popular destination for paddlers seeking challenging rapids and beautiful scenery. The ideal…
Why 65: a defined runnable stretch
65Top-rated
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Headwaters To Crossing Of Route 100 Near Route 155
#4 Headwaters To Crossing Of Route 100 Near Route 155 Poor
8.0 mi away
· 269 cfs · below min (2,000)· Falling -4% / 24h· Thunderstorms in forecast
The White River in Vermont offers a fantastic whitewater river run from Headwaters to Crossing of Route 100 near Route 155. The ideal streamflow range for this run is between…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Headwaters To First Bridge Upstream On Route 100
#5 Headwaters To First Bridge Upstream On Route 100 Poor
15.7 mi away
· 269 cfs · below min (2,000)· Falling -4% / 24h· Thunderstorms in forecast
The Whitewater River Run from Headwaters to First Bridge Upstream on Route 100 in Vermont is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters seeking a challenging adventure. The…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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End Of Kendall Farm Road To Confluence With West River
#6 End Of Kendall Farm Road To Confluence With West River Poor
18.0 mi away
· 269 cfs · below min (2,000)· Falling -4% / 24h· Thunderstorms in forecast
The Whitewater River Run from End of Kendall Farm Road to Confluence with West River in Vermont is a popular destination for kayakers and rafters. The ideal streamflow range for…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated
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Headwaters To End Of Kendall Farm Road
#7 Headwaters To End Of Kendall Farm Road Poor
18.3 mi away
· 269 cfs · below min (2,000)· Falling -4% / 24h· Thunderstorms in forecast
The Whitewater River in Vermont offers an exciting river run from the Headwaters to the End of Kendall Farm Road. The ideal streamflow range for this segment is between 300 and…
Why 16: live conditions (poor)
16Rated

Paddling near Chester

The Chester area has 7 paddle runs on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best paddling near Chester

How are these paddle runs ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

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