“Craft Beer In the Forks, ME. We launched our brewery in 1996 because a few of our river guides were beer fans crafting homebrews, and we had the perfect setting for a microbrewery on site.”
This campground has campsites with access to bathrooms and showers, fire pits, and some with electricity and water. They also have cabins and motel rooms if you are looking for a camping experience with a little more comfort.
Cold Stream Falls, near West Forks, is a beautiful waterfall at the end of a 1.2-mile-long trail along the stream. In December 2020, the falls gained some attention when local hikers noticed water bubbling up through ice along the stream, forming several vertical tubes and making for a unique site. Read more about these unique ice tubes from the Bangor Daily News article.
Moxie Falls503 Lake Moxie Rd, West Forks, ME 04985 | (207) 624-6077
“Moxie Falls is one of Maine’s highest waterfalls, including a single vertical drop of nearly 90 feet and other plunges and pools. A relatively easy walk of a little under one mile brings visitors down to this scenic destination.”
” Located along the Kennebec River, it is ideal for running, biking, or hiking with dogs and kids.”
Snowshoeing
Moxie Falls503 Lake Moxie Rd, West Forks, ME 04985 | (207) 624-6077
“This is a popular trail for hiking and snowshoeing, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Experience this 2.1-mile out-and-back trail near West Forks, Maine. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 51 min to complete.”
Cold Stream Falls, near West Forks, is a beautiful waterfall at the end of a 1.2-mile-long trail along the stream. In December 2020, the falls gained some attention when local hikers noticed water bubbling up through ice along the stream, forming several vertical tubes and making for a unique site. Read more about these unique ice tubes from the Bangor Daily News article.
Offering whitewater rafting adventures in Maine on the Kennebec and Dead Rivers since 1983! They also have riverside lodging, a pub and restaurant, and an outdoor pool.
Whitewater rafting on the Dead River and Kennebec River is excellent for families and groups. Other activities include kayaking, fishing, hunting, mountain biking, and more.
Moxie Falls503 Lake Moxie Rd, West Forks, ME 04985 | (207) 624-6077
“For those looking to splash about or maybe catch a native brook trout, follow the stream down below the falls where you’ll find one of the areas finest swimming and fishing holes.”
Featuring a variety of exciting rafting adventures, accommodating lodging options, excellent dining services, and rentals.
Wildlife- Birding
Maine Moose Watching 155 Greenville Rd, Shirley Mills, ME 04485 | (207) 695-0151
Even in western Maine (where moose can outnumber people!), you need a little help finding the elusive Maine moose. The Northeast Whitewater has moose-watching tours, private moose safaris, and photography tours.
