This is a two hour paddle through one of the most scenic sections of the Connecticut River in Western Massachusetts. We will put in at Cabot Camp and paddle upstream around French King Rock before returning to the beach at Cabot Camp.
The name "French King Gorge" originates from a nearby rock formation called French King Rock. This rock was named by a French officer during the French and Indian Wars in honor of King Louis XIV of France.
Cabot Camp was once the summer retreat of Philip Cabot, visionary and financier of the Turners Falls Dam project. The property’s history also includes a former restaurant known as the Dark Tavern and a toll house on the canal built in 1798 to transport cargo around Great Falls and French King Gorge. Cabot Camp now provides a stunning view of the French King Gorge and the French King Bridge. Built in 1932, the three-span cantilever arch bridge was voted the “Most Beautiful Steel Bridge” of 1932 by the American Institute of Steel Construction.
Additional information regarding this experience
What's Included?
Kayak and paddle
PFD appropriate to water conditions and your needs
Dry storage for small personal items
A fun and scenic afternoon on the water !
What to Bring
Clothing for paddling and dry clothing
Footwear for paddling and dry land footwear
Windbreaker
Sunglasses - polarized ideal
Sunscreen and hat
Hydration
Waterproof camera!
Other Notes:
*Your feet WILL get wet and splashes happen. Layers of fast-dry clothes are better than regular cotton.
Adults and Children 12+. Adventure East reserves the right to evaluate all paddlers for skill levels and group dynamics to make a final decision on suitability for the experience.
Fitness Level:
Moderate - Able to paddle at a moderate pace for 30 minutes without a break, able to swim at least 10 yards cross-current unassisted
Skill Level:
Beginner/Intermediate - Comfortable control of your boat in moving water to follow guide directions in avoiding hazards. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Dates/Times:
7/13, 8/2, 9/14, 10/19 All dates are from 10a to 12p
Waiver:
Each participant, or their guardian, must sign a waiver to participate in an Adventure East experience. Following payment of your online booking, your reservation confirmation will include a link to e-sign the waiver. Due to insurance requirements, we are unable to accommodate guests who do not sign a waiver.
