Spring, Summer, Fall: Maine is well known for its beautiful, clear rivers with thick evergreen forests surrounding them. Maine’s rivers offer some of the best whitewater rafting in the nation. Of the four rivers in Maine that are commercially run, the Penobscot ranks highest in difficulty with class IV and V Rapids. The river varies in character from long lake like deadwaters to huge falls like Nesowadnehunk Falls. The river also runs through a steep narrow gorge and includes the Class V rapids of Exterminator and the Cribworks. This is the ultimate river in Maine for thrillseekers, minimun age recommendation is 16. The Penobscot is not the only river you can raft on though, there are other rivers such as the Dead River and the Kennebec River which both offer superb rafting. White water rafting has been known as Maine’s premier family oriented sport and will surely not let your family down! Click here for all relevant info.
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Spring, Summer, Fall: Mountain biking is one of Maine’s hidden treasures that many people have not yet discovered. If you are looking for a moderate, fun trail to take your whole family mountain biking on, go over to Twin Brook recreation center. There are many good trails there that your entire family will love. If you are looking for a place for that is downright beautiful go to Baxter State Park. You will find beautiful trails that can accommodate the whole family. Need equipment? Take a ride to LL.Bean. They offer all the equipment you will need to get your family started. Maine has some great scenic trails that your whole family will enjoy! Click here for all relevant info.
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Spring, Summer, Fall: Baxter State Park, located in Piscataquis County, Maine, encompasses over 204,000 acres of forest. The hiking terrain is suitable for the novice or advanced climber. There are 46 mountain peaks within Baxter State Park, 18 of which exceed 3000 feet in elevation. With over 200 miles of maintained trails you can enjoy your hike in solitude. The scenery is simply breath taking as you summit any of the massive peaks. Be sure to call the park in advance. The parking spaces at the trailheads are limited, you may need a reservation.
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Summer: Step back in time and experience Wild West Weekend in Dexter Maine. People will be dressed in Wild West attire, cowboys, Indians, saloon girls and even cow-pokes. Dexter is a horse friendly town and you can ride your horse right into town just like the old days. Kid parades, tractor shows, duck derby, live music and equitation shows will keep the whole family busy. Come up to the Moosehead Lake Region and enjoy the Wild West Weekend.
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Summer: Spend the afternoon overlooking one of Maine’s most notorious rapids while enjoying a picnic lunch. This legendary falls played a big role in Maine’s recent logging past, and now offers some of the most challenging whitewater recreation in the Eastern US. Spread a blanket on the smooth granite ledges and cheer rafts on as they paddle through giant boulders and standing waves to make it to “The Final Chute”. Great views of Mount Katahdin can be seen from here as well as frequent sightings of Bald Eagles and Osprey.Located just a half a mile from the Big Eddy Campground just off the Golden Road come discover this favorite local pastime.
