Canoeing the Oswego River

[virgos]

Does the water level have to be pretty high to take a canoe from Oswego Lake to Harrisville Pond. My cousin and I did Basto River from Quaker Bridge to the Dam. The water was at least 5.5 ft. deep in some spots. On the map it looks like Oswego River in some spots is very narrow????

Thank you in advance for any replies!

 

[james ungehajer]

Welcome to the site,i haven't canoed the oswego in years,in summer i know i had to get out of the canoe because of low water.i cannot see a problem now,tight spots yes,others will respond to your query with a more experienced viewpoint.

 

[Teegate]

James is correct!

In the summer during dry spells it is a nightmare. The water is so low you at times have to walk. This time of year you should have no problem.

It is the first river that the rental places will not take you to when the water level drops. It is my favorite because if you go early in the morning you don't meet anyone. The way it should be!


Guy

 

[BEHR655]

Forget about the Oswego from early June to late August unless there have been some heavy rains.

Steve

 

[virgos]

Thank you. Mullica River comments are apperciated

The basto was so amazing because there was no definite shoreline. It felt like you were in a flooded forest. What are the differences between the Oswego and Basto. Mullica River comments are apperciated as well.

thanks Ken III

 

[aplyons]

Regarding the Mullica River

Did the Mullica with a buddy in mid JUN 08 from Atsion Lake on Rte 206 down to Sweetwater Casino. A full day of kayaking. Absolute beauty and solitude, never saw a soul, or any sign of human impact whatsoever. Be prepared to get out and move around some downed trees, duck a bit under some others. Very little actual portage, all told. The last mile or so is very slow, like a big lake, fairly shallow. Highly recommend it for kayaks.