The Forks Activities

Biking

  • The Forks Area Scenic Trail The Forks Plt, ME 04925 | (207) 663-4466
    • “Located along the Kennebec River, it is ideal for running, biking, or hiking with dogs and kids.”

Breweries – Wineries

  • Kennebec River Brewery 1771 Rte 201, West Forks, ME 04985 | (207) 663-4466
    • “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.”

Camping

  • Riverdriver’s Campground & Lodging 2932 Rte 201, West Forks, ME 04985 | (207) 663-4475
    • 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.

Events

Golf

  • Moose River Golf Course 701 Main St, Moose River, ME 04945 | (207) 668-6044
    • Located about half an hour from the Forks, this 18-hole golf course is excellent for all golfer levels.

Hiking

  • Cold Stream Falls Mountain Brook Rd, Northeast Somerset, ME
    • 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 Falls 503 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.”
  • Northern Outdoors Hiking 1771 Rte 201, West Forks, ME 04985 | (207) 663-4466
    • Just like their rafting expeditions, Northern Outdoors will take you through some of the most incredible daily or overnight trails.
  • The Forks Area Scenic Trail The Forks Plt, ME 04925 | (207) 663-4466
    • ” Located along the Kennebec River, it is ideal for running, biking, or hiking with dogs and kids.”

Snowshoeing

  • Moxie Falls 503 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.”

Snowmobiling

Waterfront- Beaches, Swimming, Boating, Fishing

  • Cold Stream Falls Mountain Brook Rd, Northeast Somerset, ME
    • 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.
  • Crabapple White Water 3 Lake Moxie Rd, West Forks, ME 04985 | (800) 553-7238
    • 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.
  • Dead River Expeditions 2502 US Route 201, The Forks, ME 04985
    • 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 Falls 503 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.”
  • Northern Outdoors Rafting 1771 Rte 201, West Forks, ME 04985  | (207) 663-4466
    • Whitewater rafting, fishing, hiking, snowmobiling, and more with a cozy lodge, cabin, condo, and craft beer from the Kennebec River Brewery.
  • Three Rivers Rafting 2265 Rte 201, West Forks, ME 04985 | (207) 663-2104
    • 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.

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