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Penobscot River Whitewater Rafting

RIVER FACTS
Class: III-V
Length: 14 miles
Pricing: $84 - $114 See Details
Dates: May - October
Requirements: Minimum Age 14

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Maine's Penobscot River is Maine's longest, steepest whitewater rafting river and the most thrilling and technical whitewater rafting in the eastern United States. Northeast Guide Service knows the Penobscot River like no one else and we play the Penobscot River harder than anyone else. But we make sure that in between the big water and the pool drop whitewater rapids, you get to take in the stunning scenery, and maybe even a Maine moose. The West Branch of the Penobscot River runs right through Maine's famously “forever wild” Baxter State Park, and make no mistake, it is one wild ride. There is no more exciting way to see Maine's wild places or wildlife than from a Northeast Guide Service whitewater raft.

Northeast Guide Service takes small groups on personalized whitewater rafting adventures down the West Branch of the Penboscot River on our Penobscot River Gorge and the Cribworks Section trips. This stretch of the Penobscot River has high water and dam-controlled water flows, so even the most dedicated whitewater rafting thrill seekers will always get their fix. Steep and technical, these Penobscot River whitewater rafting trips have Class III – Class V rapids, ten-foot waterfalls, powerful holes, surfing and many more thrills along the way. And one of the biggest thrills is the breathtakingly beautiful Penobscot River scenery you'll take in as the whitewater rapids take us along.

But for some whitewater rafting junkies, that just isn't enough. We can't get enough of Penobscot River whitewater ourselves, so we created our Double Trouble Penobscot River whitewater rafting package. When you sign on for Penobscot River Double Trouble, you get to run the Penobscot River Gorge twice! No flatwater sections, double the Class V whitewater rapids and a multiple Penobscot River Gorge experience. This is an unforgettable whitewater rafting run, and a true white-knuckle ride.

Still not enough? We get it, and we've got you covered. For even more whitewater rafting excitement, add another Maine river to your Penobscot River rafting run. Ask about Northeast Guide Service's Two Rivers in Two Days discount packages .
If you're ready for the Penobscot River, the Penobscot River is ready for you from May through October. Call Northeast Guide Service to set up your Penobscot River whitewater rafting adventure today! 1-888-484-3317

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PENOBSCOT RIVER WHITEWATER RAFTING
Dates Weekdays Saturdays Sundays
May - June $ 84 $104 $ 94
July - August $ 94 $114 $104
September - October $ 84 $104 $ 94
* Add and additional $20.00 per person for a “double trouble trip”.

FAQ's

  • Northeast Guide Service provides all the equipment you need for your Penobscot River whitewater rafting trip, including state-of-the-art self-bailing rafts, Type V lifejackets, paddles, helmets and safety equipment. Wetsuits are available at an additional cost and are required on some whitewater rafting trips on the Penobscot River.
  • Every boat on a Northeast Guide Service Penobscot River whitewater rafting trip is helmed by a Registered Maine Guide.
  • Northeast Guide service provides the local transportation for your Penobscot River.
  • A user fee of $6.00 to cover road access to the Penobscot River and a State of Maine head fee is added to each whitewater rafting guest.
  • All Penobscot River rafting trips meet at the Northeast Guide Service North Maine Woods Basecamp at 8am.
  • Our famous river lunch is included in your Penobscot River whitewater rafting adventure.
  • Northeast Guide Service screens a photo slideshow of the day's whitewater rafting adventure (available for purchase). Video is available on any Penobscot River whitewater rafting trip at an additional cost and must be requested in advance.
  • We pride ourselves on small personalized trips. Northeast Guide Service requires a minimum of eight participants on guided Penobscot River whitewater rafting trips. If your party is less, you can join an existing whitewater rafting trip.
  • Sport Rafts are not available on Penobscot River whitewater rafting trips.
  • Ask about our Two Rivers in Two Days discount whitewater rafting packages.
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