Kayak Tuxbury Pond & Powow River

Join us for a leisurely paddle down the length of Tuxbury Pond and up into the Powow River. We'll launch at Newton Road in Amesbury, then make our way north to the bridge at Hilldale Ave. in South Hampton, where we'll take out, stretch our legs, and have lunch. Estimated distance for this trip is 4 - 5 miles or so, depending on how far we want to paddle up the river after lunch. Any kayak is OK for this paddle. This is a good trip for beginners. Be sure to bring water, a snack, sunscreen and bug spray. Be sure to arrive early to get your kayak and gear ready to launch promptly at 10:30 am.

Overview & History
Tuxbury Pond is a reservoir located along the South Hampton/New Hampshire line near Kimball Road. The reservoir is the primary source of Amesbury's water supply. Tuxbury Pond feeds the Powow River on its way to Lake Gardner, which the treatment plant draws from. Lake Attitash and Meadowbrook Pond feed Tuxbury Pond and supplement the city water source seasonally and in times of drought.

Tuxbury Pond Boat Launch
Newton Road
Amesbury, MA 01913

Directions: From Route 110 in Amesbury, turn onto Kimball Road. Follow Kimball Road to Newton Road, then take a right-hand turn and travel a short distance to the put-in. You'll see a dirt parking lot next to the Powwow River dam.

Note: Parking is limited at the put-in, so let's double up on the parking, one car behind the other, so we can accommodate everybody.

Post-paddle Ice Cream
Hodgie's Ice Cream
71 Haverhill Road
Amesbury, MA

Lifejackets (PFDs) are mandatory when paddling with this group.

AS A CONDITION OF ATTENDING THIS MEETUP, YOU AGREE TO: Hold harmless, and indemnify the organizers and their relations and heirs, and all members and participants of the Meetup group from any and all claims for injury, illness, death, and/or property damage including those caused by negligence, ignorance, inexperience and other reasons. You also agree to assume all mental, physical, financial, and/or other risk associated with this meetup. Kayaking, camping, hiking, bicycling, and other outdoor activities pose inherent risks and dangers. Participation in these activities is voluntary and dependent upon your own personal judgment. As organizers, we make no claims regarding any expertise for this outing. This is not a guided tour.

Consuming alcohol before or during Casual Kayaker events is not allowed.