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Hudson
Location: Upstate New York (about 200 miles north of New York City; about 170 miles west of Boston; about 130 miles south of Montreal). Length of trip: 17 miles in five to six hours. Season: Daily from April to mid-June; weekends and holidays from Labor Day weekend to Columbus Day weekend; check about summer dam releases. Weekends are busy. The water flow usually peaks between mid-April and mid-May, but dam releases maintain a constant flow all year. Weather: Spring and fall can be cool, with temperatures ranging from 35° to 65°F (windbreakers and long underwear are recommended; youll need a wet suit in spring). Summers are warm and humid, with temperatures ranging from 65° to 90°. Be prepared for blackflies in May and June. Lodging: Wooded campsites along the river, as well as B&Bs, inns, hotels, and motels in the area. Boats: Kayaks, oar boats, paddle rafts. Rapids: Class IV and sometimes Class V from mid-April to mid-May; Class III in early spring and fall, depending on the water level. Continuous white water, with only two stretches of flat water. The cool, clear water warms up in May. Special features:
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