Limington Rips – Limington, ME
November 2, 2009The Limington Rips consist of a short section, about a quarter mile, of playful class III whitewater. Although the Rips are a relatively short run, they are very accessible and worth a trip for either a park and play session at the rest area maintained by Florida Power and Light, or for a quick shuttle to a public access on the River Road. For a one vehicle shuttle it is an easy walk back to the put in to grab your car after a fluid run with some good surfs.
Location: The Limington Rips are located in Limington, Maine where Rt. 25 crosses the Saco River. I would consider the entire section to be “park-and-play”, but the most easily accessed portion is located next to the cul-de-sac on river right, This is the rest area mentioned above. Even when closed in the off season there is plenty of space for parking on the side of the road.
Levels: It is a good idea to check the levels on the Cornish gauge before heading to the rips. We played at the Rips at about 3600 cfs and the waves were playful but not as retentive as we would have liked. Fun front surfing day nonetheless. USGS gauge: Cornish gauge
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