Planning your first (or 20th) camping trip in Maine? There are some simple things you can do to help your adventure in the Maine woods go more smoothly–whether you’re camping with a family, as a couple, or with a group of friends....
Maine is full of towns with interesting names, but I'm pretty sure The Forks is at the top of the list. Besides just having a great name, The Forks, Maine has plenty of things to do year round. Situated where the Kennebec and Dead Rivers meet, it's is a haven...
Thinking about a family reunion in Maine? If you’ve got an outdoorsy family an active family reunion in the Maine woods might be the perfect thing! Whether you're planning for a large or small group, these fun family reunion ideas will get your nature-loving family outside, making memories for a...
Maine is huge, and there are epic outdoor adventures all over the state. You could easily spend weeks driving for hours to hit all Maine's best trails, lakes, rivers and mountains. But if you’re looking to set up camp and stay put, there is one place that might be considered...
While technology has simplified life in many ways, we all need some time away from our screens. If you’re feeling like your family needs a digital detox during your Maine vacation, heading out into the woods is a great distraction! Here are 11 of the best family-friendly hikes in Maine....
Spotting a 1000-pound moose can be one of the most exciting parts of a vacation in the Pine Tree State! Here are 6 tips from a Mainer on when, how, and where to see a moose in Maine....
With the fall foliage peaking, we decided to hike into Moxie Falls, the highest waterfall in Maine, one of the tallest waterfalls in New England, and a lovely mile long hike in the woods. The trailhead (directions on The Forks Maine Recreation Map) is 7 miles from Northern Outdoors, accessible...
This was our 3rd rafting trip in the last two summers and I can't say enough great things about Northern Outdoors. Each rafting trip has been so fun and well organized, we're always impressed by how well run the whole day is. We also love staying on site to enjoy...
How do you get your teenagers to put down their phones? Take 'em whitewater rafting!...
Our Sales Office Manager, Lisa hit the trails with her husband, sister and brother-in-law. We're glad she got out of the office and got some wheelin' in. Family time on the trails! Thanks, Lisa for sharing current trail photos with all our ATV riding friends. Some of Maine's best ATVing lies...
Our rafting adventure on the Penobscot River with Northern Outdoors was outstanding! Our guide Ryan was incredible. He not only navigated us through crazy rapids but he also informed us of the history of the river as well as the area; he was very personable and a wealth of information....
There's something happening every night at our Forks resort brewpub! Also, be sure to check our weekday rafting specials ('Kids Raft Half-Price Weekdays' summer deal ends August 31.) Here's the week at a glance: Margarita Monday Liz’s House Margarita $6 Mexican Dinner Special! Tuesday Family Fun Night Get out of your...
Northern Outdoors' Katahdin Adventure Base Camp at Abol Bridge Campground sits at the trailhead to one of Baxter State Park's best hiking, swimming and picnic destinations: Blueberry Ledges, where Katahdin Stream flows over smooth granite ledges. The trail begins in the campground just past the new pavilion, where Penobscot River...
A short hike on the Appalachian Trail to an open summit with expansive views...
My sister planned this whole trip for our family of 20 so I didn't know much about it. Way beyond what I thought it could be. Awesome accommodations - we had a huge cabin that slept 16 of us. Great food when we ate there. Corn hole games, outdoor pool,...
My family came to spend our Labor Day weekend searching for fun and adventure - and boy were we satisfied! Our group ranged in age from 16 to 65 - and each and everyone of us had a blast. We rafted the Kennebec with Alec on Saturday and got our...