Rafting Trip Pricing
Pricing for Rafting Trips on the Kennebec, Dead, and Penobscot Rivers
Plan a family or friend getaway to remember at a fraction of the cost of so many other vacations! Rafting trips start at just $79 per person – and don’t forget to check out our specials!
The Best Lodging in the Heart of Maine
Trying to figure out where to stay in Maine can be hard- so let’s start with what activities you’re looking to do! Northern Outdoors’ “flagship” resort is located in The Forks, Maine– your spot for ATV trails and rentals, fishing trips, whitewater rafting the Kennebec and Dead Rivers, snowmobiling Maine’s scenic trails, and grabbing a craft beer at the Kennebec River Pub & Brewery. Northern Outdoors’ base for all of our class V Penobscot River whitewater rafting trips is at the Katahdin Adventure Base Camp, located at the Big Moose Inn outside of Millinocket, Maine and in the shadows of Maine’s highest peak, Mount Katahdin.
Kennebec River Rafting
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Price Range | $83 – $159 Per Person | ||
Rafting trip prices do not include state river access fees, $5 pp. Prices subject to change at any time. | |||
Kennebec River Rafting is class I-IV whitewater rafting for ages 8 and up. Check available dates, and be sure to look at specials (like kids rafting discounts, Maine Day specials, and Heroes discounts) before booking your trip!
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Kennebec River Float Trip
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June – September: Daily Price is per inflatable kayak, fits 1 or 2 ppl. | $45 Per Kayak |
Kennebec River Float Trips are easy floats on class I-II whitewater, great for an afternoon activity and open to ages 8 and up.
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Kennebec River Turbine Test
2025
| June 14th | 8000 CFS | $149 | Book Now |
| July 7th | 8000 CFS | $149 | Book Now |
| Sept 6th | 8000 CFS | $149 | Book Now |
| Sept 20th | 8000 CFS | $149 | Book Now |
Kennebec River Turbine Test releases are class I-IV+ whitewater rafting for ages 14 and up. Check available dates, and be sure to look at specials (like Heroes Discount for 10% off) before booking your trip!
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Prices do not include taxes and fees
Dead River Rafting
2025
May 3rd | 6000+ CFS | $89 | |
May 10th | 6000+ CFS | $89 | |
May 17th | 6000 CFS | $89 | |
May 25th | 6000 CFS | $109 | |
June 7th | 4000 CFS | $79 | |
Aug 31st | 5500 CFS | $134 | |
Sept 13th | 3500+ CFS | $79 | |
Oct 4th | 6000 CFS | $109 |
All river trips have the options of our 13′ Sport Rafts for a wilder ride. Seats 6 – ask for this option when you make your reservation, and book early! Diablo rafts are $15 more per person than price listed above. Trip prices do not include the river access fee of $12.50 per person.3rd
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Rafting Trip Pricing at Katahdin Adventure Basecamp – Penobscot River
Northern Outdoors’ Katahdin Adventure Base Camp is located at the Big Moose Inn, Cabins & Campground, situated between Millinocket and Ambajejus Lakes. This is your home for rafting the Penobscot River and exploring the Katahdin region. The Big Moose Inn and the Penobscot River are located 3 hours from the Northern Outdoors Adventure Resort.
Penobscot River Rafting
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Price Range | $83-$141 Per Person | ||
Rafting trip prices do not include state river access fees, $7 pp. Prices subject to change at any time. | |||
Penobscot River Rafting is class I-V whitewater rafting for ages 12 and up. Check available dates, and be sure to look at specials (like our kids rafting discount and 10% off for Heroes) before booking your trip!
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Prices do not include taxes and fees
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Give our reservation team a call at 207-663-4466 with any questions or to book over the phone.
