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Northeast Whitewater is a family oriented, nature based outdoor adventure destination that inspires vacationers, families and youth groups in outdoor educational pursuits, through guided interpretation in eco-tours, on water trips, whitewater rafting, wildlife and moose watching, at Northeast Whitewater Lodge, Campground & Guide Service at Moosehead Lake, Maine. Combine any of our Moosehead Lake Things to Do with our White Water Rafting Trips, Maine Moose Watching Tours, Yurts or one of our full or half day guided adventures by enjoying our scenic Maine Waterfall Hikes, Ice Cave Excursion, Fishing, Lake Boat Cruises, Inflatable Kayaking, Canoeing and exploring the area’s scenery and natural beauty, all the while creating an unforgettable experience for your next family vacation. Northeast Whitewater will suggest the right activities for you with insider information on where to eat, what to do, and Stay & Play Packages with our yurts, campground and preferred lodging partners at Moosehead Lake. What are you waiting for? Adventures like these are all right here; all we need is you!

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Northeast Whitewater – Maine Moose Watching Tours

Our Maine Moose Watching Tours run in the morning and in the evening daily, centered around moose habitat by land or canoe. Join our group Maine Moose Tours or more intimate Private Moose Safaris to get up close to our iconic Maine moose. Maine Moose Watching Tours are our #1 guided activity! Since Northeast Whitewater is known as Maine’s Moosehead Lake Things to Do; we uniquely offer Moosehead Outdoor Adventures that are authentic Maine Experience Trips; better known as The Kennebec Experience, The Penobscot Experience, The Bodfish Experience and The Moosehead Lake Experience. These Experience trips and tours offer guided interpretation of each scenic & wild area, its history, natural environment – an outdoor adventure with a twist and of course seeing a Maine moose!

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Northeast Whitewater Rafting Maine

Where can you find whitewater rapids that will leave you breathless with excitement running through breathtakingly beautiful scenery? The best whitewater rafting in New England is in Maine, and the best way to experience Maine whitewater rafting is with Northeast Whitewater on Maine’s Kennebec River Rafting and Penobscot River Rafting Trips. When you book your Maine Whitewater Rafting – Maine Moose Watching tours with Northeast Whitewater, you’ll receive friendly, professional service from our guides who love the Maine outdoors and leading guests on Moosehead Lake Things to Do. Located near popular destinations such as Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park, we offer you exhilarating rafting trips that is the perfect way to put an exclamation point on your trip. Northeast Whitewater is the Moosehead Lake area adventure destination with on-site yurts and wilderness camping at our modern lodge and campground in the heart of moose country situated at the southern tip of Moosehead Lake, between the Kennebec River and Penobscot River; it’s the ideal destination for adventurers, families, and guests seeking a Maine woods experience with all the comforts of home – it’s all right here!

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Group About to go into Rough Water While Whitewater Rafting on the Kennebec River

As the most popular whitewater rafting adventure in Maine, the Kennebec river rafting trip launches daily with Northeast Whitewater. With a variety of whitewater excitement thanks to the dam-controlled flows that allow you to choose your speed, the Kennebec river rafting trip is perfect for family and friends looking to experience the way that life should be.

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People Whitewater Rafting on the Penobscot River

If you are looking to experience one of the most technical and thrilling whitewater rafting trips in the eastern United States, look no further than the Penobscot river rafting. With the west branch of the Penobscot river running through Baxter Park, this is one of the most exciting ways to see Maine wildlife. 

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Group of People Whitewater Rafting with Northeast Whitewater in Maine

Ready to challenge yourself to a more technical rafting experience? Our Canada Falls Maine rafting trip in the North Maine Woods is the right choice for you. This class V river delivers a 20 foot waterfall guaranteed to get your adrenaline pumping. Canada Falls is a unique trip that is run twice, providing you double the thrill.  

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Looking for an exhilarating experience? The Dead River is 16 miles of non-stop whitewater with multiple class III-IV rapids. With six scheduled high water release dates, rafting the Dead River is guaranteed to get your blood pumping!

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4.9
Michala D.
2 weeks ago
I highly recommend this place 100 percent! The Yurt was amazing to stay in and plenty of sleeping areas for the 8 of us that we brought with us. The teen kids enjoyed the board games and cards that are in them as well. They played volley ball for the longest time as well. The rafting trip was 10/10 was amazing and the guide we had “Elise” not sure if I spelled it right but was top notch amazing. she def. Knew her stuff and explained everything to us in greater detail from safety to knowledge and shared history with us as well! The food they feed you for lunch is not ur average bag lunch it’s steak or chicken with rice and a delicious side pasta dish we had and of course a homemade yummy brownie! Overall we had an amazing time! Would highly recommend this place over and over again!
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Response from the owner:So glad you had such a good time! Hope to see you again in the future! Thank you!
Jimmy C.
1 year ago
Had a great time with a friend group. Our river guide Anna did a incredible job from beggining to end. 10 out 10 would recommend going down the river with her!
Jessica H.
1 year ago
First time white water rafting was awesome! My husband has been before and wanted to go with the kids for Father's Day so we booked a trip and took our college age kids. We booked with the West Forks location so it was slightly better IMHO because we were closer to pickup and dropoff. Our guide, Anna, was awesome as were all of the employees I met. It just happened to be the coolest day of July (low 60s) and so we were a bit chilly without wet suits but it was manageable. Consider wet suits if it's less than 70 and the guide will carry a water bottle and snack for you if you want, so I suggest bringing something like that as well. Food at the end was excellent and included in the ticket price. I would definitely recommend!!!! The class 3 and 4 rapids were manageable and exciting. We got out and swam a rapid and you could swim in the calmer section of the lower portion if you wanted to. The views were amazing. Definitely an unforgettable experience!
Brian M.
2 years ago
A little chilly today but still a great day
Response from the owner:Thank you for your review, Brian! We're glad to hear you had a great day!
Amrit C.
2 years ago
The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly.
Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words! We're glad to hear our staff made your experience enjoyable. We hope to see you again for another river trip!
Rick W.
3 years ago
Awesome white water trip on the Kennebec. Now I want to try the Dead River or Penobscot next year. Our guide Chris was great!
Response from the owner:Great to hear, Rick! We look forward to having you back on another trip!
Alicia R.
3 years ago
By far the best rafting experience I have ever had! Request Chris you won’t be disappointed!
Response from the owner:Thank you so much for sharing! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us.
Rich G.
3 years ago
What a great rafting trip. We did the Kennebec river on short notice. Chris was a fantastic guide, as good as I have ever had on a trip. Prep, navigation and excitement done well. I recommend going from the forks location as it shortens the bus ride significantly. The meal at the end was superb
Response from the owner:Awesome! Thanks so much for sharing, come back and see us again!
Christina M.
5 years ago
Had a memorable time with my 16 year old son. Was very nervous at first but all the instructors were great and made you feel comfortable. I would definitely do again.
eliseo H.
5 years ago
First time rafting would definitely do it again.
Douglas B.
5 years ago
Great rafting company, very family oriented and friendly staff, with good equipment and facilities.
Heather L.
5 years ago
We had an awesome time with U.S.Rafting the staff really was friendly and knowledgeable. We had the pleasure of having the “legend” Jonny Mac as our guide he was great! Laid back guy with a good sense of humor felt super comfortable with him as our guide. After rafting we gathered for a bbq back at headquarters was a great day! with great people! would definitely recommend we will certainly be returning!
Seth F.
5 years ago
US Rafting is family!
Michael N.
5 years ago
Super friendly organization. Had a great time and guides were great. Tip them well. Great class 2-4 rapids. Daughter had a blast, wants to come back. Thanks Ethan, you made it a lot of fun!
Jeffrey P.
5 years ago
We checked in very easily with normal waivers. We got our so you don't die training. Then a short bus ride. Passed a couple of nice spots on the way. The dam was impressive and the 9/11 upgrades are nice. It was very easy to decend with the raft. My wife is 5 foot and she had no issue. Very easy boarding situation the next 30 min were very enjoyable class 4 rapids. Even a few places to do a little float rapids. The river flowed nicely with safety gear placed all along the route. I felt very relieved knowing that they took safety so seriously. Adrenaline rating top 30min was 4 out of 5 Bottom part of run was class 2 and 3 moving quickly. Couple nice spots strategic camera shots. Ive been on trips where lunch is on the river. Usually some burgers or hot dog etc. Not really awesome. Honestly the way US rafting does it you get a delicious meal with steak, green beans, baked beans etc. Was great because while we ate they showed all the great pics for us. Great experience TY
Tu N.
5 years ago
This company was great! The best of all the companies we have tried. So much fun! Staff were all super nice and friendly. There were folks from all age groups. The lodging option was comfortable and very convenient. Will definitely come back!
Steve G.
6 years ago
If you want a fun, safe, and unforgettable trip, choose U.S. Ask for John or Ryan for a guide, you will not be disappointed!!!
Ken W.
6 years ago
What an amazing trip for a bunch of first time rafters! All of our guides we're professional and just plain good down to earth boys. Thanks guy well definently be back. Special shout out to my guide John ! Thanks for keeping my wife safe lol!
Ethan G.
6 years ago
Hands down my favorite outfitter to raft with, and I have tried most in this town. Have been going with them for years now. The atmosphere they've created and manage to keep year after year feels like home away from home. The trip itself down the kennebec is fun every time, and scenery is something anyone can appreciate. Not to mention best post raft lunch! During this difficult time for businesses they took extra care to make sure things were worked out the best that they could. We will be coming back asap.
Joanne B.
7 years ago
Absolutely amazing trip! Thank you billy , Tom , Johnny Mack
Marianne
7 years ago
We had the best day going down the river. Our guide gave us an amazing ride from the very first rapid. The pulled pork bbq for lunch could not have better if it came from a restaurant. Very friendly and welcoming staff. Here is to the Kennebec Swim Team and guide Big John! Thanks for making our trip the best. Marianne A. From Maine
MySadie A.
7 years ago
My mom and I went today and thought with rainy weather it wouldn't be very much fun. We were beyond wrong! We had the best time that we have ever had with U.S. Rafting! We have been to others too and had a great time but our guide made it so amazing!!! Flipping the boat was an unexpected treat!!! Thank you so much!! I wish there were pictures of our flip.
Mandy N.
7 years ago
Fantastic and fun. We keep going back for more!
David K.
7 years ago
Great time. Beautiful day. Staff was friendly and knowledgable. Food at the end was delicious.
Anthony L.
7 years ago
Great folks that know how to have fun. They treat their clients well. I've rafted in the forks before these guys are who you want to book your next trip with.

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Northeast Whitewater Moosehead Lake, Maine
207-695-0151

Northeast Whitewater
155 Greenville Road
Shirley Mills, Maine 04485