Saco River Water Conditions
Current Saco River Water Conditions - CFS
The chart below shows current water conditions on the Saco River in cubic feet per second (cfs).
- 200 – 400 cfs: Very slow moving water. Normal Summer Flow. Lots of Beaches
- 400 – 1000 cfs: Perfect level with some small riffles. All trips offered.
- 1000 – 1500 cfs: Quicker water.
- 1500 – 2400 cfs: Previous Paddling Experience Recommended.
PLEASE NOTE:
7.8 Mile Trip is for experienced paddlers only
This is a only a general guide and recommendations.
Please call the office with any questions (603) 447-4275.
Current Water Level
Date: 08-05-2026
Current: 489 and rising
Based on Live USGS Data
Water Temperature
70
Current Water Conditions
Great flow for all activites. Could be the best day on the summer to be on the river.
Today's Paddle Time
5-Mile paddle - 2-3 hours
7.8-mile paddle - 3-5hour
4 Mile Redstone Rapids kayak- t
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Discharge (Flow Rate) — ft³/s
Gage Height (Stage) — ft
Data: USGS National Water Information System — Site 01064500, Saco River near Conway, NH. Updated every 15 minutes. View on USGS WaterData ↗
Average Water Flows on the Saco River
The following are average water flows in cubic feet per second on the Saco River.
- May Average: 1200-2500 cfs
- June Average: 500-1200 cfs
- July Average: 300-600 cfs
- August & September: 200-400 cfs
River Tubing
| Trip | 200–500 CFS | 500–1000 CFS | 1000–1500 CFS | 1500+ CFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Mile Float | 2–3 hrs | 1–1.5 hrs | 45 min, Ages 13+ | — |
| 3-Mile Redstone Rapids | Opens at 400 CFS | 3–5 hrs, Ages 13+ | 3 hrs, Adults only | Closed |
| 3-Mile Covered Bridge | 3–5 hrs, last 1,000 ft rocky | 2.5–4 hrs | 2–3 hrs, Adults only | — |
| 5-Mile Full Day Float | 6–8 hrs | 5–7 hrs | 4–6 hrs, Adults only | — |
Canoe & Kayak
| Trip | 200–500 CFS | 500–1000 CFS | 1000–1500 CFS | 1500–2000 CFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-Mile | 2–4 hrs | 2.5–4 hrs | 2–4 hrs, Exp. recommended | 2–3 hrs, Exp. required |
| 7-Mile | 3.5–5 hrs | 3–5 hrs | 2.5–4 hrs, Exp. recommended | 3 hrs, Exp. required |
| 6-Mile (First Bridge to Beach Campground) | 3–5 hrs | 2.5–4 hrs | 2–4 hrs, Exp. recommended | 2–3 hrs, Exp. required |
| 4-Mile Redstone Rapids Kayak | Opens at 400 CFS | 3–4 hrs, Ages 13+, Exp. recommended | 3 hrs, Exp. required | Closed |
