The East Branch of the Westfield River offers 34. 9 miles of paddling with multiple access points ranging from Savoy to Huntington, featuring a dramatic 1,389-foot elevation drop ideal for whitewater paddling.

Notable access areas include the Route 9 rest areas near Cummington, Chesterfield Gorge with its 70-foot-high walls, and the Knightsville Dam Recreation Area which provides canoe/kayak access along with picnic facilities and multi-use trails.

The East Branch is particularly popular during March and April for the annual Wildwater Races, with varying difficulty levels suitable for different skill levels.