Kennebec River Maine White Water Rafting Vacations
Maine’s Famous Kennebec River Offers White Water Rafting For All Ages
There are lots of good reasons why the Kennebec is the most popular river in New England. It offers consistent Class II, III & IV white water rafting in the spectacular Maine wilderness all summer and fall. From its source at Maine's Moosehead Lake near the Canadian border, this famous river corridor carves through a deep, rock-walled gorge in the exciting Upper Kennebec, and broadens out into the easygoing Lower Kennebec. Your trip ends just five miles upstream of our Adventure Resort at The Forks. Three Seasons of Rafting Fun
Spring Fever Freedom Runs, Sizzling Summer Cool-downs & Spectacular Fall Foliage
- Kennebec Rafting: Fantastic whitewater fun in through the spectacular Kennebec River Gorge - lunch included!
- Turbine Test Releases: HUGE water releases from the Harris Station dam make for high adrenaline adventure on the Kennebec River! 2010 dates are now posted. Learn more.
Watch One Family's Rafting Vacation on the Kennebec:
Why You’ll Love This River Trip:
- Spectacular scenery of Maine’s North Woods wilderness
- Gourmet grilled lunch on perfect riverside beach
- Awesome rollercoaster waves on the Upper section
- Kids ages 8-15 go ½ price, weekdays June 14th - August 31st (not valid on Turbine Test dates. One child per full paying adult.)
- Great swimming spots
- Paddle your own inflatable kayak on the Lower section
- Short shuttle drive back to hot tub, pool, cabins, and brewpub!
- High Adventure Sport Rafts get you even closer to the action.
- Kennebec Turbine Testl High Releases: Available only four days this season. If you are an adrenaline junkie or experienced river enthusiast, this trip is for you!
| Trip Details | Description |
| What's Included | Lunch, first class equipment (paddle, helmet, lifejacket, self-bailing raft), Professional Registered Maine Guide in every raft, transportation to/from the river. Full use of facilities at our Forks Resort Center. Post trip video and slide show. |
| Minimum Ages | Age 10 for the Upper Kennebec section; Age 8 for the Lower Kennebec section |
| What to Bring | Please see our Rafting FAQ. Wetsuits, booties, and paddling jackets are available for rent in cooler weather. |
| Meeting Location & Time | The Forks Resort Center, 8:00am |
| Season Dates | May 9 - October 10, 2010 |
| Major Named Rapids | 3 Sisters, Alleyway, Magic Falls |
| Trip Length / Duration | 12 miles / Full day |
| Trip Departure | A minimum of 12 people required for trip departure |
Where is the Kennebec River?
Find out with our new area map!
Pricing
- Value Season Rates: $69-$79 May-June, Sep-Oct
- Peak Season Rates: $79-$129 July, August, Special Releases
- View our Rates Calendar for Kennebec Rafting prices on your desired trip date
- Kids are Special: Children 8-15 years old raft for 1/2 price weekdays June 14th - August 31st (one child per adult, not valid on Turbine Test dates.)
- A user fee of $5.00 per person to cover road access to the river and a levy paid to the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife will be added to each rafting guest.
For an Extra Value Getaway: Raft a Second River For 1/2 Price
- Combine a day of white water rafting on the Kennebec River with a Dead River or Penobscot River Whitewater Rafting Adventure and save 50% per person on your second (and third day of rafting).
- Check out our Web Specials
- Download our Participation Waiver Form