Get ready for the next level on the Kennebec River during our High Water Maine Whitewater Rafting trips! These special outings occur four times a season when the dam unleashes the river’s power to 8,000cfs, transforming the rapids into a roaring adventure. Brace yourself for bigger, splashier waves that challenge even the most seasoned rafters. With the option to conquer the famed Magic Falls rapid or the thrilling Maytag wave, which only come out during high water, every moment promises a blast of exhilaration. Join us for an adventure-packed experience that guarantees unforgettable memories and heart-pounding excitement!
Get ready for a 12-mile trip along the Kennebec River, where the thrill of high water transforms the Kennebec into a whole new adventure. We start our day at 8 AM with an informative meeting & safety talk, and you’ll hit the river by 10 AM after a 30 min bus ride to the Harris Station dam put-in.
You’ll be smiling for six heart-pounding miles of Class II – IV rapids, featuring the rush of Taster rapid, the crescendo of Whitewasher, and the exhilarating options of navigating the iconic Magic Falls or Maytag rapids, exclusive to high water excursions.
Beyond the rapids, your voyage continues with moments of tranquility on the lower river for another 6 miles. Following the river, we return to Adventure Bound around 2 PM, where dry clothes and a barbecue awaits. Feast on grilled chicken and river rice while sharing stories of your epic adventure. Revisit the day’s excitement through a captivating slideshow of trip photos.
With controlled dam releases, the high water days are scheduled in advance each year. Only 4 dates per season!
We have two lodging options at our Adventure Center. First is traditional tent camping in large field spaces big enough for any size group, each with a fire ring and picnic table.
Or enjoy our bunkhouse style cabin tents, each is large enough for up to 10 people. Just bring a sleeping bag and pillow and you’re all set up! The main buildings offer 4 bathrooms (2 men’s, 2 women’s) with toilets and hot showers.
Once you arrive at Adventure Bound we take care of the transportation for all scheduled activities. Our location has a large parking lot with plenty of space for busses and large groups.
Lunch is included on your rafting trip. Weather depending, we offer a riverside BBQ with fire grilled teriyaki chicken or veggie burger, river rice, pasta salad, cookies, lemonade and granola bars for a snack. In cold or raining weather we’ll cook you lunch back a the Adventure Center, after you change in to warm dry cloths.
*We can accommodate most allergies or dietary needs, and are happy to do so. Because of our remote location the trip leader must inform us of allergies in advance of your arrival.
We can accommodate most allergies or dietary needs, and are happy to do so. Because of our remote location the trip leader must inform us of allergies in advance of your arrival.
Please inform your Adventure Bound guide of any medications, allergies or medical conditions. Bring all medications with you on the trip. Your guide will be happy to put medications in their dry bag.
All Adventure Bound guests and participants must fill out a liability waiver form prior to any activity. These forms can be done in advance online or hard copies may be brought with you.
A parent or guardian must fill out and sign the waiver for anyone under 18 years old. Your group leader is responsible for all waivers.