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Guided Maine Recreational Trips

Scenic waterfall hikes, sunset canoe trips and wildlife watching with our Registered Maine Guides.

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Veteran-Owned & Operated
Registered Maine Guides
30+ Years in the Maine Woods
Licensed, Insured & MPGA Members

No Hunting. No Fishing. Just Maine.

See the Maine Most Visitors Drive Past

You do not need a rifle or a rod to see the best of Maine. Logging roads are unmarked, cell service disappears and the best views are not on any map. A Registered Maine Guide is how you see the real North Woods without worrying about where you are.

We know where the moose feed at dusk, which trails offer the best fall foliage and how to navigate the rivers safely. Every trip is built for families, couples, photographers and anyone who simply wants to be out in it.

  • From $150Two-hour golden hour paddle
  • All abilitiesCustomised to your fitness level
  • Family friendlyCalm water, no whitewater
  • WildlifeMoose, loons, eagles, otters
Sunlight falling across a Maine waterfall on a guided waterfall hike

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Guided Hiking & Canoe Trips

Three ways to explore Maine's waters and woods: a waterfall hike, a scenic canoe trip or river float, and a sunrise or sunset paddle.

The Waterfall Circuit: A Guided Hiking Experience

The Waterfall Circuit: A Guided Hiking Experience

  • ~8 hours: · Moderate, about 6 miles walkingFull lunch included · Price covers up to five hikers
Trip details

Three of Maine’s most spectacular cascades in one day — including Moxie Falls, a 90-foot plunge into a rugged gorge, and Grand Falls, a horseshoe on the Dead River that feels like a small Niagara. We finish at Cold Stream Falls for a picnic.

Starts at$400Request this trip
Scenic Canoe Trips & River Floats

Scenic Canoe Trips & River Floats

The best way to see Maine is from the bow of a canoe.

  • Half or full day: · Ideal for families and birdwatchersLunch included on trips of 4 hours or more · Price varies by location
Trip details

The best way to see Maine is from the bow of a canoe. Calm sections of the Kennebec and remote ponds — no whitewater, no experience needed — drifting quietly past eagles, otters and deer coming down to drink.

Starts at$400Request this trip
The "Golden Hour" Sunrise or Sunset Paddle

The "Golden Hour" Sunrise or Sunset Paddle

The woods go quiet at either end of the day, and that is when the animals come out.

  • 2 hours: · Sunrise or sunsetBelgrade Lakes, Branch Pond, Freedom Pond or Bowler Pond
Trip details

The woods go quiet at either end of the day, and that is when the animals come out. Loons calling across the Belgrade Lakes, moose feeding in the shallows. Our most affordable trip and the one people remember.

Starts at$150Request this trip

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Plan Your Trip to Central Maine

Make a Few Days of It

When you book with us you are visiting the heart of the state, and we recommend extending your stay. Our calendar fills up quickly during peak foliage and the summer months.

Stay Nearby

Cozy cabins close to the water and the trails.

Recommended lodging

Add a Fishing Day

Interested in more than sightseeing? Spend a day on the water with a rod.

Fishing trips

Local Events

Ideas for the rest of your visit from the state tourism office.

Maine Office of Tourism

Trail Conservation

Learn about caring for Maine’s water trails and islands.

Maine Island Trail Assoc.

What our clients say

This was one of my best trips with a guide. The view of the spots were just beautiful. Great day with a wonderful lunch. I went back to the spot and caught a couple nice trout with a few tricks you showed me.

Patrick L

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    Booking & Policies

    How cancellations work

    • Free rescheduling 30+ days outCancel 30 or more days before your trip and your deposit moves to a new date.
    • Inside 30 days, the deposit is keptIf you cancel with less than 30 days’ notice, or don’t show up, the deposit is forfeited.
    • If we cancel, you chooseIf we call a trip off for weather, unsafe conditions or any other reason, you pick a new date or a full refund.

    How you pay

    • 50% deposit holds your datesRequired for every trip and non-refundable. Pay it by Venmo, check or cash.
    • Balance due at the start of your tripPay the remainder on the day by Venmo, check or cash.
    • Nothing to pay to askSending an enquiry is free. Nothing is taken until we confirm your dates.

    From our own trips

    Every photograph here was taken by us, on the water and in the woods we guide.

    Wide ledge falls on a Maine river in spring flow
    Wide ledge falls on a Maine river in spring flow
    Paddling a canoe on a Maine river on a guided recreational trip
    Paddling a canoe on a Maine river on a guided recreational trip
    Sunset over a Maine lake on a golden hour guided paddle
    Sunset over a Maine lake on a golden hour guided paddle
    The bow of a canoe on a calm Maine lake under an open sky
    The bow of a canoe on a calm Maine lake under an open sky

    Before You Book

    Common Questions

    What recreational trips do you guide?

    Guided hikes to waterfalls and viewpoints, scenic canoe trips and river floats, and a sunrise or sunset paddle when the woods go quiet and the animals come out.

    What do they cost?

    Scenic canoe trips and river floats start at $400, and the golden hour paddle is $150. A guided hike covers up to five hikers.

    Do I need to hunt or fish to book?

    No. These trips are about seeing the parts of Maine most visitors drive past: unmarked logging roads, quiet water, and country that is not on any map.

    What deposit do you take?

    A 50% non-refundable deposit books the dates, and it can be moved to another trip if you cancel 30 or more days ahead.

    From the Field

    Guide Notes on This Trip

    Tips and stories from our guides that pair well with this adventure.

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