With millions of acres of undisturbed country including bogs, ravines, ridges, mountains, lakes, streams and ponds, hunting opportunities abound for both novices and experts alike. Whether you’re interested in big game, small game, varmint hunting, wing shooting, or waterfowl, the Upper Kennebec Valley area is rich in both history and a back country that provides a superior Maine hunting experience the way it should be.
August, hunting season rolls in with black bear season. This region of Maine sustains a healthy population of bear. Guides and outfitters in the area offer guided bear hunts over bait, from tree stands or over hounds. Bear season runs through October.
In October upland bird season commences. Woodcock flights in the area are strong in the heart of a land constantly regenerated. Coverts maintain healthy ruffed grouse populations with endless food sources that will keep bird numbers up during their cycle. Guides in the area offer half, full or multi-day day hunts, over their dogs or yours. Wild turkeys prosper in the Upper Kennebec region and Maine provides both a spring and fall wild turkey hunting season.
October brings Maine’s lottery based moose hunt. Area guides offer hunts that include accommodations, transportation to and from the hunting area, and care of your trophy.
November welcomes deer season. A mature Maine whitetail will weigh in near 200 pounds or better. Our forests provide cover, food, and security for these bucks to grow to such sizes. Full guided hunts with lodging plans are available.
December includes deer season and the last third of upland bird season. Tracking conditions are often fantastic with overnight flurries to freshen tracks. Additionally, the ruffed grouse are snow roosting at this time which makes hunting them over pointers a rewarding experience.
January through March is a perfect time for hunting snowshoe hare. Guides in the area offer experienced, reliable and tough hounds that can endure the conditions and provide well researched coverts loaded with hare.
For information on laws, seasons and licensing for hunting in Maine you may go to www.maine.gov/ifw/hunting
1-800-786-6878
A fun and friendly year round resort offering rafting, snowmobiling, and other activities as well as various lodging, dining, and entertainment opportunities. Join us at "The Home Of Serious Fun!" for your getaway any time of the year!
800-866-6943
Located a few miles off Route 201 in century old Maine sporting camps on beautiful Lake Moxie. Moxie Outdoor Adventures specializes in whitewater rafting, fun yaking, wilderness canoe and kayaking for families to fanatics. Lakeside accommodations include: lake house rentals, rustic cabins, platform tents, and camping. Free canoe and kayak rentals with each nights stay. Wood fired hot tub; log lodge, and family style meals all in a classic Maine setting!
800-348-8871
Discover the Maine Outdoors with North Country Rivers. Our Riverside resort offers Whitewater Rafting, Cabin Rentals, Camping, Restaurant, Snowmobiling, Moose Safari, Kayaking, Hiking, Biking, Fly Fishing, ATV Trails and more!
207-663-2181
Inn By The River is a fun, comfortable place to stay! Whitewater Rafting, Fishing, Hiking, ATV Trails, Snowmobile Trails and Hunting are all at your fingertips from the Inn. Each guest room is individually decorated in a charming country style and has a full private bath. There is also a two bedroom housekeeping apartment that sleeps up to 10 people. Inn By The River's restaurant and Pub is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner for your dining pleasure.
207-243-2853
Bulldog Camps & Lodge is a traditional sporting camp offering fishing,hunting,atving,snowmobiling,family vacations and much more to our guests!
207-663-2238
We offer year round guided and semi-guided hunts and fishing trips. We provide a unique opportunity for you to fully enjoy your time outdoors without having to do the all-important legwork involved with planning a safe and successful trip. By leaving the preparation to us, you will be able to maximize your time outdoors and incrase your chances for a successful hunt.Our meals are prepared and served daily in our restaurant and lounge and we provide clean, comfortable cabins that accomadate 2-12 people with easy access to major ITS and ATV trails. You will come as a stranger and leave as a friend.
207-876-2731
Maine's cleanest, most friendly campground! Located 25 minutes south of Moosehead Lake. 60 RV/Tent sites, full hookup sites, pull-thrus. ATV trails, heated pool, snack bar, store, gas, propane, and more!
1-888-606-7238
Kids Come First –Alcohol Free FacilitiesThe Adventure Bound Sports Resort Complex and our programs are designed to be enjoyed by young people. The resort offers our young guests more amenities than most adult orientated rafting companies. Our facilities are ALCOHOL FREE and include an outdoor heated swimming pool, 24 person hot tub, 28 foot indoor climbing wall, full court basketball, volleyball, softball, soccer, a game room, cafeteria, main lodge, retail section, class rooms, large bonfire area, gazebo tent, campsites and cabin tent accommodations.
1-866-663-2646
C Moxie Gore Outfitters is a four-season outdoor recreation/lodging facility offering clean, comfortable and fully equipped cabins. Located in the natural beauty of Maine's wilderness, our area with it's abundance of water, superior fly-fishing and is the heart of whitewater rafting/kayaking in Maine. From your cabin it's a mere 8/10th of a mile hike or bike to Moxie Falls-one of the northeasts highest waterfalls with a vertical drop of over 90 feet. We are located just minutes from the Appalachian Trail which crosses the Kennebec River to Caratunk and traverses Pleasant and Bald Mountains.
207-663-4466
MAINE'S PREMIER ADVENTURE RESORT is a true 4 season vacation resort, with something for everyone of all ages! RAFT New England's wildest whitewater on the Kennebec, Dead & Penobscot rivers. FISH for fiesty smallmouth bass in areas so good, you're guaranteed to catch fish. Explore hundreds of miles of trails on your ATV (rentals & guided tours). Cruise on well groomed trails through spectacular scenery on a SNOWMOBILE (sled rentals & guided tours). Savor great food and fresh ales brewed on site, in our KENNEBEC RIVER PUB & BREWERY. After it all, relax at your LAKESIDE CABIN or RIVERSIDE CAMPSITE. Since 1976, we have been providing great Maine vacation getaways.
207-663-2040
four season lodge offering lodging in the winter rafting and mountian bikes tours in the summer hunting and fishing trip in spring and fall
207-798-1403
Lake Parlin Lodge is located on US Route 201 in Parlin Township.Located in the heart of the western Maine Mountains, Lake Parlin Lodge is a unique and unforgettable destination for those looking for a Maine lakefront vacation. We offer a beautiful lakefront Lodge with our seasonal Restaurant and comfortable Lodge Rooms which sleep 3-5 people. We also have lakefront cabins that sleep from 2-6 people, directly on Parlin Pond with breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding mountains right off your porch. Our Mini-Lodge on the west side of Route 201 can sleep up to 10 people and is great for a large group. In the spring and summertime, the wildlife and nature surround you from the moment you step onto your cabin porch. Guests can enjoy kayaks and canoes available at no charge. Fly fish on our lake for brook trout and landlocked salmon, with fishing on many other lakes, ponds, streams and outlying falls close by. Nearby hiking trails can take you to picturesque waterfalls. For those that are adventurous, white water rafting is available just a short distance away. Autumn brings beautiful foliage that our guests drive hundreds of miles to take in. In the winter, snowmobile from your front door into the finest riding in the northeast! We are located directly on ITS 89 with easy access to ITS 87. For those of you venturing off the hundreds of miles of groomed trails, there is phenomenal backcountry riding as well. Our Restaurant & Bar are open from the end of December through March offering delicious meals including filling burgers, sandwiches, salads, homemade soups, and of course our famous smoked brisket, pork and chicken. Don’t forget our homemade BBQ sauces! During the weekend nights, we have dinner entrees and nightly dinner specials. Don’t just go on vacation, go on an adventure!
207-672-3333
The Sterling Inn is a historic Bed & Breakfast Inn that can accommodate individuals, families or larger groups with a home-away-from-home appeal. Complementary breakfast; free wi-fi; shuttle service; laundry available.
