PENOBSCOT RIVER RAFTING

What Does a Classic Top to Bottom Penobscot River Rafting Trip Mean?

A short ride up the Golden Road from our Katahdin Adventure Base Camp, we launch our Penobscot rafting trips at McKay Station into the steep rock walls of Ripogenus Gorge, through the class V rapids of The Cribworks to raft surfing at Big Amberjack. We then enjoy a grilled riverside lunch before we tackle Nesowadnehunk Falls 12′ drop, and the rapids of the lower river. The rafting trip takeout is a short drive away from the base camp near Millinocket, Maine. Less time on the bus. More time on the river… and what a river it is!

Penobscot Rafting & Katahdin Basecamp

Whitewater rafting trips on the Penobscot River meet at the Katahdin Adventure Base Camp, located at at the Big Moose Inn in Millinocket, Maine.  Camp here or relax in a lakeside cabin , both within walking distance to two lakes, two restaurants (with a rooftop bar), and the meeting place for our Penobscot River whitewater rafting trips.  The Base Camp sits just outside of Baxter State Park on Millinocket and Ambajejus Lakes, with pontoon boat Moose tours right out your front door. Learn more about Big Moose camping and cabins, and rally your crew for the best whitewater rafting in Maine!

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