PENOBSCOT RIVER WHITEWATER RAFTING TRIPS
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Set amongst the spectacular backdrop of Maine's highest mountain, Mt. Katahdin, the West Branch of the Penobscot River features internationally known heart pumping whitewater for the truly adventurous paddler. Whitewater rafting trips are run daily from May to October. July & August are the busiest months. Substantial discounts are offered during May, June & September. Packages available.
Entering a sheer rock-walled corridor, you explode through Exterminator hole and then run the Staircase, a tough Class V rapid. Next you'll raft the Cribworks, a Class V boulder-choked, serpentine rapid. Downriver, you'll continue through chutes and dramatic drops which are intermingled with peaceful stretches of calm water. You'll also cascade wildly over a riverwide waterfall. And since our rafting trips are smaller and slow-paced, we're often able to surf the Falls and stop at the natural waterslide. The Penobscot River runs along the border of Baxter State Park in full view of Mt. Katahdin. The scenery alone is worth the trip. All full day Penobscsot River rafting trips include a hearty BBQ lunch featuring chicken, fish or steak with side dishes of rice, salad and a cold drink.
Full Service Basecamp at Hidden Springs Campground. PRO's Penobscot River headquarters is based at Hidden Springs Campground a full-service, pet friendly campground set in the tall pines and yet just minutes away from the amenities offered in Millinocket, Maine.
Make your river rafting RESERVATIONS now.
If you desire indoor accommodations, click here for PENOBSCOT RIVER ACCOMMODATIONS.
PENOBSCOT DOUBLE DIP WHITEWATER RAFTING TRIP
For the ultimate whitewater rafting adventure, try the Double Dip trip. You'll raft the technical Class IV-V rapids twice. This trip is only for the athletic, physically fit and adventurous whitewater rafter. (Some restrictions apply on weekends.)
For 12-13 year olds, there's the Lower Penobscot trip. The teenagers join the trip at the 5-mile point.
They raft 9 miles of intermediate+ whitewater on the lower section of the river.
EXPERIENCE LEVEL
Intermediate to Advanced+. Minimum age 14. Previous experience recommended but not necessary.
RELEASE DATES
The Penobscot is dam-controlled, guaranteeing whitewater rafting 7 days a week from May to October.
PENOBSCOT RIVER RAFTING PRICES
River Rafting Trip |
2008 Season Dates |
Price per Person |
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| Penobscot River Options: | *some restrictions may apply |
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| 1 Day Full River |
May/June/Sept/Oct Discounted Rates |
$69 | $59 | $59 | ||||
| July & August |
$108 | $75 | $75 | |||||
| 1 Day Lower River |
May - October - All Season |
$59 any day |
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| Double Dip |
May/June/Sept/Oct* | $85 | ||||||
| July & August |
$125 Saturdays $85 Sunday - Friday |
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| 2 Day Overnight |
May - September |
call for prices |
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1-DAY PENOBSCOT RIVER RAFTING TRIP ITINERARY
A 1-day Penobscot River trip meets around 8:00 a.m. In the morning, rafters meet the guides, sign a general release, and grab a lifejacket and paddle. In cooler weather, wetsuits can be rented that morning for $7-15; a bathing suit, shorts and sneakers are fine on warmer days. After listening to a safety talk, rafters are shuttled to the river put-in. During the rafting trip, we stop for a snack (if the water and weather permit). Ideally, we break at a waterfall or swimming hole. After rafting, we feast on a hearty chicken, steak or salmon BBQ lunch (vegetarians accommodated with advance notice). The day ends around 5:00 with a picture show of you rafting the big rapids all day.
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PENOBSCOT RIVER OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS.