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WHITE WATER RAFTING MAINE’S KENNEBEC RIVER

Of Maine’s three rivers the Kennebec River is the only river with daily rafting trips from May through October. Spring, summer and fall rafting are each different whitewater experiences. Read guests Kennebec River rafting trip reviews below, and get the details on Kennebec River Whitewater Rafting (our grilled riverside lunch stands out amongst rafting outfitters.) Post your Kennebec River rafting photos on Instagram with #NorthernOutdoors to be featured in our taproom.

Adventuring to Maine in autumn is a no brainer: with 90% forest cover, Maine's fall foliage is INCREDIBLE! But, what's the best way to see it all? Whitewater rafting, ATVing, and more make our top 5 list of the BEST things to do in Maine in the fall!...

08 August, 2019 /

Half price rafting for kids Monday through Friday, mid-week value rates on a private cabin or riverside camp site, adventure resort with a pool and hot tub, and outdoor adventure activities that kids AND adults will love...

11 July, 2019 /

My sister and I went rafting on the Kennebec and had the best day of our lives. The river was amazing, especially the first part of the trip when we went through the class 4 rapids...

26 November, 2017 /

There's Kennebec River rafting (daily from May - October,) and then there's KENNEBEC RIVER TURBINE TESTS: Maine's Biggest White Water At 8000 cubic feet per second water flows Turbine Tests are nearly double Kennebec River's normal whitewater rafting release volume. There are only 4 chances to get in on Maine's biggest white...

21 November, 2017 /

My co-workers and I had the best time at Northern Outdoors last weekend. The campsite was big and clean and the main lodge is very welcoming and cozy! We made some awesome memories on the river and our guides really went above and beyond...

21 September, 2017 /

We had a group of 8 (4 couples) that had such a great time last year in 2016 that we booked it again this year. We stayed in the Crying Loon Cabin and it was perfect. We loved hanging out in the beautiful lodge and enjoying the food and beer along with...

21 September, 2017 /

The whole experience was remarkable!!! I was so impressed with how well every aspect of our trip was organized and how clearly all expectations were communicated. I felt well informed and knew my safety was a priority. Every guide we came in contact with was very knowledgeable about the river,...

25 August, 2017 /

My group has been fishing/rafting continuously since 1991 exclusively using Northern Outdoors including both the Kennebec and Penobscot Rivers. Dollar for dollar the experience provided by Northern Outdoors gives the participant the absolute Best Bang for the Buck!!! The emotional sensation is so enjoyable that my group members are still...

04 August, 2017 /

It was a rainy May all over New England. But that didn't stop us from having fun on the river or hiking to Maine's beautiful waterfalls. Here's the crew from Advertise 4 America, a marketing firm that mentors students, enjoying some rainy day rafting on the Kennebec River and hiking...

06 June, 2017 /