5-star Whitewater Rafting Trips In Maine
Family-Friendly, Small-Group Adventures
- ✔ Flexible Booking - reschedule-friendly
- ✔ The Best Local Guides - locally hired & certified
- ✔ Convenient location - close to Bar Harbor, Greenville & Bangor
Nothing Beats Quality Time On the River
Unique to the rafting industry, Northeast Whitewater trips are small, averaging 3-5 rafts per trip (25-40 rafting guests), so we can guarantee the best possible whitewater rafting trip, with more time spent enjoying your whitewater adventure with us.
A STORY WORTH TELLING
Get more than a “cool view” from your rafting trip.
Adventure That Sticks With You
You’re not looking for a generic group tour. You want something that actually fits your family, keeps everyone interested, and doesn’t feel like a hassle. Our trips are small, well-run, and designed to give you a real Maine experiencenot just the tourist version.
Why You Should Call Us
We’ve been guiding on these rivers for years and we keep things simple: clear pricing, flexible scheduling, and no pushy upsells. Our guides are local, experienced, and focused on making sure you feel safe and have a great time. It’s easy to book, and we’re here if you have questions.
Why Choose us
Thousands Choose To Raft With Us, Here’s Why:
What Makes Us Stand Out
Northeast Whitewater is a family-owned rafting company known for running safe, small-group trips with experienced, registered Maine guides. We’re the only outfitter in the state certified for swift water rescue, and we train all our guides in-house to meet high safety and quality standards. Whether you’re visiting from Bar Harbor, Bangor, or Greenville, we’re ready to deliver a whitewater trip that’s fun, safe, and tailored to your comfort level.
- ✔ Small Group Guarantee – Never feel herded or rushed
- ✔ Pro Local Guides – Real Mainers, not seasonal hires
- ✔ Multi-Age Friendly – Thrills for teens, safe for younger kids
- ✔ Wildlife Encounters – Moose, eagles, river otters & more
Adventure Overview
A Simple, Well-Run Experience From Start to Finish
What To Expect
You’ll start by meeting your guide, getting geared up, and going through a short safety rundown. Then we head to the river, where you’ll spend a few hours paddling through exciting but manageable rapids, with breaks to float, take in the views, and maybe even spot some wildlife.
The pace is steady but never rushed. We keep things relaxed, make sure everyone’s comfortable, and adjust based on the group. At the end, we wrap things up with a guide-prepared meal by the river, share some photos, and get you back with time to enjoy the rest of your day.
Trip Options
There’s a rafting trip for everyone. Choose which option best fits you:
- ✔ Standard rafting trip (full day + lunch included)
- ✔ High water rafting (more rapids, limited availability)
- ✔ Overnight Rafting Trips (inquire for more info)
Our #1 Best Seller!
Kennebec River Trip
The #1 Family Rafting Trip and one of the finest stretches of whitewater river rafting in the country.
River Details
The Kennebec River whitewater rafting trip rises right next door in Moosehead Lake and hurtles over 150 miles toward the ocean, through some of Maine’s most spectacular whitewater, scenery and wildlife.
- ✔ Class: III-IV
- ✔ Length: 14 Miles
- ✔ Dates: May 26 – Sept. 27, 2025
- ✔ Minimum Age: 8
Trip Details
- ✔ Reliable Rapids: Dam-controlled flows ensure consistent rafting conditions from May through October.
- ✔ Family-Friendly Option: 4,800 CFS release offers a fun, approachable ride through the Kennebec River Gorge.
- ✔ Scenic Float Section: Enjoy calmer waters after the rapids — great for wildlife spotting, swimming, or just relaxing.
Other Maine Rafting trips
We serve Maine's best rafting rivers - choose the adventure that best suits you!
Penobscot River - Ideal thrill ride
The Penobscot River offers the most thrilling and technical whitewater rafting in the eastern U.S., with fast drops, big water, and nonstop action. Northeast Whitewater guides know this river inside and out, balancing high-energy rapids with chances to spot wildlife and take in the views of Baxter State Park and Mt. Katahdin. It’s a wild, unforgettable way to experience Maine’s backcountry from the heart of the river.
- ✔ Class: III-IV
- ✔ Length: 14 Miles
- ✔ Dates: May 26 – Sept. 27, 2025
- ✔ Minimum Age: 14
DEAD RIVER - blood-pumping action
The Dead River has six scheduled high water release dates that are sure to get your blood pumping. Since the Dead River only releases a few times a year for whitewater rafting, the level of whitewater released changes the rafting experience and level of excitement from raft trip to raft trip.
- ✔ Class: III-IV
- ✔ Length: 16 Miles
- ✔ Dates: Contact for Dates
- ✔ Minimum Age: 10
Canada Falls - for adrenaline seekers
Canada Falls is a unique whitewater rafting trip, with scheduled releases on Saturday’s in July and August. We raft this river twice, so you will experience double the class V’s, double the thrill, and double the excitement. Saturday whitewater rafting on Canada Falls fills up fast, so give us a call to reserve your next thrill of a lifetime.
- ✔ Class: III-V
- ✔ Length: 2 runs of 5 miles (10 miles total)
- ✔ Dates: Contact for Dates
- ✔ Minimum Age: 12
Unsure which trip is best for you?
We get it. Lots of great options, only one right choice.
No worries! Call our team anytime and get expert advice on choosing your rafting adventure.
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Northeast Whitewater Moosehead Lake, Maine
207-695-0151
Northeast Whitewater
155 Greenville Road
Shirley Mills, Maine 04485
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