The Penobscot, Kennebec & Dead Rivers Penobscot River Rafting Rafting on the Penobscot River is one of the most spectacular and challenging river experiences in the Eastern U.S. The Penobscot River enjoys a reputation as a river of contrasts as it alternates between exhilarating rapids and breathtaking scenery. Rapids on the Penobscot River are short with sheer drops plunging into calm pools. The trip begins on the lower, calmer part of the river allowing you to warm up before tackling the more challenging Ripogenus Gorge section in the afternoon. On the lower river we run class I to III rapids, stop at a natural rock water slide for some slidding fun, raft some more then have a riverside BBQ lunch. The upper river is the most turbulent, dropping over 70 feet per mile through a narrow, granite walled canyon into the Exterminator and Staircase rapids, both advanced Class V rapids. Minimum AGE: Lower River and Soft Adventure - Family Trips are age 6 and up, Regular River Trips are age 15 and up. Kennebec River Rafting The Kennebec River, located in the heart of Maine's whitewater country with 12 miles of fast and deep water flows daily, is our most popular rafting trip. The upper Kennebec gorge is where you'll ride the thrilling roller coaster waves of Big Mama and the Three Sisters then plunge into boiling Magic Falls. Paddle your way down the lower river on sit-on-top kayaks to look for wildlife. The Kennebec is ideal for families and first time rafters. Minimum AGE: is 10 for the upper river and 7 for the lower river. You're guaranteed to get wet in waves cresting from 4 to 8 feet high! Dead River Rafting The Dead River has the longest most continuous stretch of white water in New England. Big whitewater is released only 10 times a year, and this is the Maine river no serious rafter should miss! This 16-mile run is a wild and woolly, boulder-strewn whitewater bonanza. The Dead River comes alive when spring run-off causes flooding, and also in the fall when the lakes are drawn down to get ready for winter. Big water, spectacular fall foliage, and guaranteed fun! Minimum AGE: is 16. View Dead River rafting rates and dates on our Rates & Specials page. Half-Day Trips Full-Day Family Float Trips Full-Day Adventure Trips The Rivers Rates & Dates: Kennebec River Rafting Penobscot River Rafting Dead River Rafting