Whitewater Rafting

Whitewater Rafting in Maine

If it’s big water you seek, you absolutely need to have whitewater rafting in the Moosehead Lake region on your summer must-do list!

Maine is the only state in the northeast that has guaranteed water flows every day. With daily hydropower dam releases, Maine is known for its high water levels and raging rapids even during the driest of summers.

Moosehead Lake is at the heart of whitewater rafting in Maine, located between world-class whitewater on the Kennebec River (family fun rafting experience) and the Penobscot River (more adventurous whitewater trip), with daily rafting trips, transportation and BBQ offered by our Moosehead Lake rafting company, Northeast Whitewater from May – September.

From wild to mild, choose your own adventure! Take a scenic family trip, a thrilling high-splash excursion, or anything in between, and leave the planning to us.

Since whitewater rafting is an outdoor adventure ideal for ages 8+, it is a great way for friends and family to reconnect with each other and soak in the best of Maine outdoors!

Take a scenic family trip, a thrilling high-splash excursion, or anything in between, and leave the planning to our phenomenal Registered Maine Guides! Plan your best Maine whitewater rafting adventure now and take advice from us – come anytime – you are guaranteed awesome whitewater flows every day when you go whitewater rafting while you visit Moosehead Lake.

Photos provided by Northeast Whitewater & Northern Outdoors

Business Listings

Northeast Whitewater

Moxie Outdoor Adventures

Moosehead Marine Museum

Moosehead Marine Museum’s primary exhibit is the Steamship Katahdin, a 100-plus-year-old steamboat that used to carry people and cargo on Moosehead Lake. We offer daily narrated cruises from June – Columbus Day. There is a full galley aboard the Katahdin selling sandwiches and refreshments as well as a small gift shop. The shoreside museum has a small exhibit room and a gift shop.

Stress Free Moose

Stress Free Moose is a locally owned and operated pub on the shores of Moosehead Lake. We offer a full line of spirits, a diverse number of red & white wines, as well as beer on tap from multiple local breweries. Come dive into our delicious pub grub, while listening to live entertainment on our outside deck and patio areas or in one of our three indoor dining sections.

Appalachian Mountain Club

The classic lodge experience is still going strong

After a day of fresh mountain air, step into a warm atmosphere with the best comforts of home–including a private lodge room/private bath or a private bunkroom/shared bath. Hearty 4-course, family-style dinners and breakfast buffets come with your stay, as do vegetarian and kid-friendly options.