Summer map briefing on the Allagash River, Maine. A group of five people sitting on a rocky shoreline by Umsaskis Lake, looking at a large map laid out on the ground. They are outdoors with green hills and a partly cloudy sky in the background.

Explore Our Trip Offering Catalog

Join us on 1-10 day trips in Western, Northern, and Eastern Maine for people of all experience levels. We offer trips with different activity levels. Check out our activity level guide for more info.

Join us on Canoeing trips on the Allagash, West Branch, Lower West Branch and Debsconeag Lakes, Down East Lakes, and Flagstaff.

Join us on Backpacking trips in the Bigelows, Mahoosucs, and Donnell Pond Public Reserve Land.

Day trips available by request in most areas of Maine.

Custom itineraries available - reach out! Example: “I’ve always wanted to paddle Aziscohos or hike the Barren Chairback Range, are you able to lead either of those trips for my group of four in mid-August?”

Activity Level Guide

Allagash

West Branch

Lower West Branch and Debsconeages

Flagstaff

Down east Lakes

Mahoosucs

Bigelows

Donnell Pond

Allagash West Branch Lower West Branch and Debsconeages Flagstaff Down east Lakes Mahoosucs Bigelows Donnell Pond

  • Morning mist at Cunliff Depot on the Allagash River, Maine. A foggy outdoor campsite near a body of water with trees, a gray tent, and an old railway cog.

    Allagash River - Canoe

    This is one of Maine’s most famous wild sections of River. The Allgash trip can include the headwater lakes with a visit to the old tramway. It includes whitewater, swift water, lakes, and dead water. This trip is 4-10 days. This trip includes portaging. Activity Level 4

  • Sunset on Chesuncook Lake, Maine. Sunset over a lake with silhouette of mountains, trees, and rocks in the foreground.

    West Branch of the Penobscot River - Canoe

    This is a 3-8 day trip on moving water and lakes. It has sweeping views over large lakes and it is a great option for folks looking for a more relaxed paddling trip. Activity level 3

  • A tranquil lake at sunset with mountains in the background and trees along the shoreline, reflecting on the water.

    Lower West Branch of the Penobscot and Debsconeag Lakes - Canoe

    This 4-6 day trip follows the Lower West Branch of the Penobscot through swifts and dead waters into large lakes. This trip includes multiple portages, stunning views, and granite boulder-studded shores. Activity level 4

  • Flagstaff Lake. View of a calm lake with rocks and a sandy shore in the foreground. A forested shoreline with colorful fall foliage stretches across the middle ground, with a mountain range in the background. The sky is partly cloudy with soft light.

    Flagstaff Lake - Canoe

    This is a lake paddle between 2-5 days. Flagstaff Lake sits below the Bigelow Range, affording great views up to the mountains from the water. Activity level 2-3

  • West Grand Lake, Maine. A calm body of water reflecting a full moon in the night sky, with rocks along the shoreline in the foreground and a distant tree line on the horizon.

    Downeast Lakes - Canoe

    This chain of connected lakes in eastern Maine offers 2–8 day trips. We paddle past floating bogs, have lots of swimming opportunities, and settle into cozy campsites at night. Some Down East route options include short portages between lakes. Activity level 2-4

  • Mahoosuc Range, Maine. Sunset view through trees in a forest with orange and purple sky.

    Mahoosuc Range - Backpack

    This is a fun and challenging hike! much of the route follows the Appalachian trail. This route has long mountain views and a very strenuous boulder field traverse. This route can also include part of the Grafton Loop Trail. This is a great trip for folks with backpacking experience. It is a 4-7 day trip. Activity level 5

  • Bigelow Range, Maine. A scenic view of a forest with pine trees in the foreground, distant mountain ranges, and a cloudy sky with a visible moon.

    Bigelow Range - Backpack

    The Bigelow Range trip has it all. This trip has views of Flagstaff Lake, bald summits, and some challenging terrain. This trip is 2-4 days. Activity level 3-4

  • Tunk Mountain, ME. A panoramic view of a vast green forest with multiple lakes, taken from a high vantage point on a rocky hill under a clear blue sky.

    Donnell Pond Public Reserve Land - Backpack

    This shorter backpacking trip is designed for folks who want lots of adventure and lower mileage. It has bald summits, mountain and ocean views, and a tiny mountain pond. This trip is 2-3 days. Activity level 2-3

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