Penobscot River White Water Rafting Maine
Fantastic Penobscot River Wilderness Rafting Near Mt. Katahdin, Maine
Looking for awesome whitewater action? The Penobscot River has it! This full day trip combines Class IV & V action in the granite-walled Ripogenus Gorge of the Upper Penobscot River with a series of steep drops followed by pools on the Lower Penobscot section. The scenery doesn’t get any better as you float by the base of Mt. Katahdin, Maine's highest peak and the dominant centerpiece of Baxter State Park. It is also the northern terminus of the famous Appalachian Trail. Kids ages 12-14 join for the riverside lunch and rafting on the Lower Penobscot section.
Why You’ll Love This River Trip
Classic, high volume technical rafting - similar to the famous Gauley River in West Virginia.- Dam-controlled river is consistent big water excitement all season.
- Double Runs through the Class V Ripogenous Gorge section for adrenaline junkies. (Penobscot Indian name, place of the Rainbow)
- Big surfing fun at Amberjackmockamus
- Classic swimming play spots.
- The next step up in rafting after the Kennebec.
- Spectacular wilderness scenery and wildlife viewing mecca.
- Noontime grilled lunch cooked over hot coals.
- Learn more about the Penobscot region, New England's Wilderness Paradise.
| Trip Details | Description |
| What's Included | Lunch, first class equipment (paddle, helmet, lifejacket, self-bailing raft), Professional Registered Maine Guide in every raft, transportation to/from the river. Full use of facilities at our Penobscot Outdoor Center. Post trip video and slide show. |
| Minimum Ages | Age 15 for the Upper Penobscot section, Age 12 for the Lower Penobscot section |
| What to Bring | Please see our Rafting FAQ. Wetsuits, booties, and paddling jackets are available for rent in cooler weather. |
| Meeting Location & Time | The Penobscot Outdoor Center, 7:00am (2 ½ hours from the Forks) |
| Season Dates | May 31- September 9, 2008 |
| Major Named Rapids | Exterminator, Staircase, Troublemaker, Cribworks, Amberjackmockamus, Nesowadnehunk Falls (a.k.a. lose-your-lunch falls) |
| Trip Length/Duration | 14 miles /Full day |
Where is the Penobscot River?
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Pricing:
- Value Season Rates: $59-$79 June, September
- Peak Season Rates: $69-$89 July, August
- A user fee of $4.50 per person to cover road access to the river and a levy paid to the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife will be added to each rafting guest.
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