Class I-II (III) Missisquoi River, VT

The Missisquoi winds through northern Vermont as it passes by open fields with dairy farms and large mountains in the distance. Alternating between sections of slow and fast water, you experience a variety of wildlife and diverse populations of birds. (Source: Northern Forest Canoe Trail)

The Missisquoi River and Trout Rivers and their tributaries provide countless resources to the communities through which they run including cultural, scenic, recreational, and water resource values. These rivers support a diverse fishery resource, with a mix of high-elevation cold-water streams, as well as slower‐flowing warm water reaches. The river and its many tributaries are also popular for boating, swimming, and wildlife viewing. These rivers also provide an important water resource for human use including drinking water and agricultural needs.

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