Maine Bass, Trout, and Salmon Fishing Trips
Fish for Smallmouth Bass, Trout, and Landlocked Salmon in Maine
Northern Outdoors offers fully guided, half and full day fishing packages to some of the finest freshwater fishing in Maine. We fish remote and beautiful stretches of water in western Maine - undoubtedly one of the best fisheries in the United States.
- All fishing is catch and release.
- Each trip is completely outfitted including transportation, boat, rods, lures, and experienced, expert guides.
- Season starts in mid-May 15 and runs through November.
- Extended Salmon Season runs until October 31.
- Check out our Northern Outdoors Hunting & Fishing page on Facebook.
Fall Is One Of the Best Times To Fish In The Rugged Upper Kennebec Gorge!
- Full day, guided fly fishing float trips
- Starting at $400 for 1 or 2 anglers
- Expert guide service with partner Kennebec River Angler
- Great fishing through November!
1/2 Day Smallmouth Bass Fishing Trips 
Spin Casting, or Fly Fishing by Special Request.Get in on the ground floor of a new expert fishing guide service with Kennebec River Angler and Northern Outdoors. You'll enjoy expert assistance and guidance searching out the best fishing spots along Maine's beautiful Kennebec River. We float the gentle lower section of the river, from The Forks downstream to Caratunk.
- Great for kids and adults alike!
- Try it out and tell us what you think.
Half Day Fishing Details
Designed for those interested in a guided fishing trip, but either who don't have an entire day to spent on the experience or who want to try other fun activities as well - these 1/2 day trips provide nearly everything needed for a great fishing experience. You provide your own Maine fishing license and we take care of the rest! Fishing licenses are available for purchase the Northern Outdoors.- These fishing trips run twice a day throughout the season
- Advance Reservations are required
- 2 fishing guests per raft max, 1-2 rafts per trip
- Morning check-in 7:30 to 12:00
- Afternoon check-in 12:30 to 5:00
- Cost $179.00 per raft
Trip ItineraryPlan to arrive at Northern Outdoors Resort at the appropriate check-in time. From there, you are transported to Crusher Pool, located just south of Northern Outdoors' rafting takeout for the Kennebec River whitewater rafting trip. This is below the bridge at The Forks, Maine. A half hour from the time you leave the Resort, you'll be on the water fishing! You'll float from Crusher Pool on the Kennebec to Northern Outdoors, or on farther down to Graveyard Pool at Caratunk. At the end of the trip, you'll be transported back to the Lodge at Northern Outdoors, about 10-15 minutes up the road. Trip duration is 4 to 4 1/2 hours. Enjoy the Kennebec River Pub and Brewery at the lodge after your fishing trip, where you'll find hearty meals and handcrafted ales and lagers.
What You Need To Bring
- Maine Fishing License (available to purchase at Northern Outdoors' lodge as well)
- Beverages and snack
- Raft with fishing row frame
- Transportation to and from fishing sites
- All fishing gear, rods, reels, lures, life jackets, etc.
- A quality fishing experience
- Digital photos of the day's adventures
Maine Smallmouth Bass Fishing
Spin Casting, or Fly Fishing by Special Request Pound for pound, these are the hardest fighting fish Maine has to offer. The remote lakes and rivers we access provide plenty of action for both the beginner and the experienced angler. Our patient, knowledgeable guides are your host for an unforgettable and fun day on the water. Whether you are catching your first fish, or are looking to perfect a certain technique, we’ll make sure you come away with lasting memories, not just fish stories. Our bass fishing is so good, we guarantee you’ll catch fish or the trip is on us.
- This trip is available using spinning gear and fly fishing gear, and like all our trips, we practice catch and release only. Make sure you bring your camera!
- We Supply: All fishing gear, rods and reels, Bass Boat, hearty lunch, professional guides
- You Supply: Maine Fishing License, Rain Gear, Swim suit, sun block, hat, sunglasses, camera, fly fishing gear.
- Minimum Age: 8 years
- Season: May 15 – September 30
- Price: $300 per boat for one angler, each additional angler is $35 up to a maximum of three anglers, per boat.
Fly Fishing Only Programs
Spend time with our knowledgeable and experienced guides who will assist in fly selection, fish location and proven techniques all while you enjoy the beauty of our remote locations. From true tail-water fisheries below Maine’s hydroelectric dams, to freestone sections of braided river, and remote mountain ponds, we have a variety of outstanding water to choose from.
Brook Trout in Maine’s Remote Ponds
This is the trout fishing Maine is famous for! Fishing from a canoe, row boat, or float tube we’ll arrive before dusk to prepare for the evening hatches. Anglers booking trips in late June and early July can expect the infamous Green Drake or Hex Hatch, a sure must-see experience for any serious fly angler.
- These trips depart at approximately 4:30pm and may require hikes of up to 1 mile.
- Cost: $175 for one, $275 for two.
- Book this as an add-on to any other day fishing trip $125 for one, $150 for two
East Outlet Drift Boat Trip
Draining Moosehead Lake, the East Outlet has cold water all season and the fishing to show for it. Landlocked Salmon and Brook Trout along with Class I-III rapids provide the challenge for this postcard day on this beautiful remote river. Our river guides provide local knowledge and excellent boat handling to get you into the perfect lie. This is a perfect river to gain confidence and perfect your nymph fishing techniques. - Cost $350 for one angler, $400 for two.
Roach River Wading Trip
Our head fishing guide's personal favorite, this small river has a little of everything and is a joy to wade. Cascading whitewater, deep pools, long riffles and best of all, big, healthy fish. This is thanks to a longstanding Catch and Release Only policy on the river. Most years we see the biggest fish landed come from the Roach, but that doesn’t ever mean it’s easy. - Cost $350 for one angler, $400 for two.
Kennebec Gorge Fly Fishing in Maine
Upper Kennebec River Gorge
This remote section of river is our guide’s little secret. Undoubtedly known for its raging Class IV rapids providing wild whitewater rafting, the Upper Kennebec Gorge isn’t the most likely place to think about a pristine Maine stream and fly fishing for brook trout and salmon. However, when the dam owners are not releasing water through the turbines, this section of river resembles a small stream and has a hidden gem of a fishery located deep in the bedrock of canyon. We’ll arrive at Harris Station at first light and slip down the river in our raft and fish pool to pool for some of the most remote Brook Trout and Landlocked Salmon fishing in Maine. Hold on, because at some point in the morning the water will rise and you and your fishing-turned whitewater guide will get an exciting raft ride home. Due to the physical nature of this trip, we recommend it to those healthy, active, adventurous types.- This is an early morning trip and will be complete around noon.
- Cost $400 for one or two people
- We Supply: Professional Registered Maine Fishing and Whitewater Guide with over 20 years of whitewater experience, self-bailing raft, all safety equipment, lifejacket, transportation, and lunch.
- You supply: Fly Rod and gear, (4-6 Weight with Floating and Sink Tip Lines), Chest Waders with waist belt, Felt boots, Maine Fishing License
- With the nature of the operations of Harris Station, there are times when the dam owners release water all hours of the day, making this section unfishable. If this happens and we can not fish in the gorge, alternative arrangements will be made. We’ll still get you to some great fishing.
Maine’s Grand Slam Challenge:
Landlocked Salmon, Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout and Brown Trout .
Challenge yourself to catching all four coldwater species on a single fishing trip. While this has been done occasionally in a single day, it’s not easy. Catch all four species on the same fly for the Ultimate Grand Slam. Come at certain times of year and it’s even possible to land a striped bass and even lake trout. A true one-stop challenge for serious fly anglers.- We supply: Professional Guides, Local Knowledge, Flies, Transportation, Boat (Jet Drive River Boat, Drift Boat, Fishing Raft, Float Tube and/or Canoe), Hearty Lunch,
- You supply: Fly Rod and gear, (4-6 Weight with Floating, Sink Tip and Full Sinking Lines), Chest Waders with waist belt, Felt boots, Maine Fishing License
- 3 day Trip Cost: $995 per person, limit 2
Custom Fishing Getaways
Create your own multi-day custom Fishing Getaway simply by selecting your choice of lodging options at The Forks Resort Center or Lakeside Resort Center, and any combination of activities. Call us, click on Live Chat, or email us with your request.
The revolutionary Banjo Minnow was conceived, designed, and perfected by head fishing guide and Northern Outdoors co-founder Wayne Hockmeyer on the very waters Northern Outdoors fishes.Need help to dial in on the best vacation package for your needs? Email us or call us via phone @ 1-800-765-RAFT (1-800-765-7238). We're here to help!