Summer
Whitewater Rafting
Some of the best whitewater in the East is a short drive away. Northeast Whitewater, a locally owned outfitter near Moosehead, runs guided trips for all skill levels on the Kennebec and Penobscot rivers, with certified guides, all the equipment, instruction, and a riverside lunch.
Local resources
- Northeast Whitewater155 Greenville Rd, Shirley Mills(207) 695-0151Guided Kennebec, Dead, and Penobscot rafting plus moose tours, with on-site lodging.
- Northern Outdoors1771 US Route 201, The Forks(207) 663-4466Daily Kennebec and Dead River rafting with a resort, brewery, and restaurant.
- Magic Falls Rafting38 Dead River Rd, West Forks(207) 663-2220Family-owned Kennebec and Dead River trips, May through October.
- Moxie Outdoor Adventures38 Troutdale Rd, The Forks(207) 663-2231Single- and multi-day Kennebec and Dead River trips for all levels.
- Northwoods Outfitters5 Lily Bay Rd, Greenville(207) 695-3288Guided rafting on the Kennebec, Dead, and Penobscot with river shuttles.