Maine Vacations

Your Maine vacation… snowmobiling all over Maine’s 13,000 miles of trails in the winter, whitewater rafting Maine’s three rivers and fishing remote waters in the summer, ATVing trails right from your cabin porch in the fall, hiking to waterfalls and up mountains all four seasons, and kicking back next to a fire with a Kennebec River Brewery fresh craft beer. Below are travel guide ideas (and trip reviews from guests) for outdoor recreation near our adventure resort in The Forks, Maine — Moxie Falls, the Appalachian Trail, Kennebec River rafting, Dead River rafting, snowmobiling to Grand Falls, riding up Coburn Mountain — and our Katahdin Adventure Base Camp next to Baxter State Park where you can join us for a rafting trip down the wild and mightily scenic Penobscot River… hike Mount Katahdin, swim in waterfalls in Baxter State Park, explore ice caves and camp by the river with moose and deer making appearances in front of Maine’s Greatest Mountain. Join us on our adventures and post your Maine vacation photos with #NorthernOutdoors to be featured in our taproom.

Planning a Whitewater Rafting Family Vacation

Whitewater rafting family vacation in Maine? Yes! Leave the coast behind and head north for family fun.

Is Whitewater Rafting Safe for Kids? A Mother’s Experience.

Read one mom’s experience as she she takes her three children ages 10 to 15 on their first whitewater rafting trip!

Travel Maine’s Old Canada Road (Route 201 Scenic Byway) to Quebec City

The Old Canada Road from Maine to Quebec City is a scenic drive with an interesting history. Learn more about the trip (including what Benedict Arnold has to do with it), plan your route, and stop by for lunch — or stay the night in a cabin!

Are You An Adventure Bride and Groom? Unique Adventure Weddings in Maine

When I think of weddings I’ve attended, what I remember most vividly are the people, what we did together, and feeling the love of the bride and groom. At one wedding, we took over an entire lodge and played in the snow on the deck after the ceremony!

Why This Is the Perfect Basecamp for Your Baxter State Park Adventures

Home to Mount Katahdin (Maine’s highest mountain), the Baxter State Park area boasts some of the best whitewater rafting, fishing, hiking, and outdoor activities in Maine.

Driving in Maine’s North Woods – What You Need to Know

Vacationing in the Maine North Woods is a truly unique experience, but if you want to venture off the paved roads, you have to be prepared! Get your tips and tricks for driving on the dirt roads in Maine’s north woods.

Nine Steps to Making the Best Baxter State Park Reservations

Baxter State Park is a premier outdoor destination in Maine for good reason, and getting the best Baxter State Park reservation is no easy feat. Here are nine steps to help you navigate the state park system and get yourself a prime spot at the base of Maine’s highest peak, Mount Katahdin.

Baxter State Park Hiking – Blueberry Ledges

Our Katahdin Campground is near the trail to one of Baxter State Park’s best hiking, swimming, picnic destinations: Blueberry Ledges.

Black Flies in Maine: The Outdoor Adventure Known as Bug Season

Learn how to repel and outrun black flies with Northern Outdoors Bug Season Survival Skills 101. Tips involve rafting, hiking, biking, campfires, beer.

Romantic Getaway in The Forks, Maine

Need inspiration for a romantic getaway in Maine? Follow this 3 day itinerary in The Forks, Maine with snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and margaritas, of course! With so much to explore right out your cozy cabin doorstep, you won’t be at a standstill of what to do with your day. Welcome to The Forks!

Maine Waterfall Hikes: Moxie Falls

At 90 feet tall, Moxie Falls is a must-do hike in The Forks, Maine. Get trailhead location, directions, and more…

6 Things to Do in The Forks, Maine in the Winter

Wondering what to do in the Forks during the winter months? We’ve got you covered, with indoor and outdoor activities for all. Read on for our top 6 things to do in the Forks in the winter!