Water Sports
Touring the Old Canada Road
From quiet ponds to rapids rivers, the Upper Kennebec Valley is a water lover’s paradise. Along the Old Canada Road National Scenic Byway, you’ll find endless opportunities for paddling, tubing, kayaking, canoeing, and whitewater rafting. Whether you’re drifting through calm waters on a hot summer day or tackling rapids in the spring melt, this region offers every kind of water adventure—from peaceful to pulse-pounding.
Tubing and Kayaking
Float on down the Kennebec River on a hot summer day!
Most tubing adventures begin in at the Ball Field at the bridge in The Forks. Be sure you know the water release schedule so high water reaches the Ball Field before you take off!
Bring your own watercraft or find an outfitter that rents and guides tubing and kayaking adventures.
Paddling
Canoe paddling on the Moose River outside of Jackman is a favorite trip. Outfitters offer guided trips and instruction, complete with packages that include equipment, delicious meals, and lodging, from camping to cabins, Inns, or resorts with full amenities.
Other folks like to discover the beauty of boating on Big Woods Lake and Attean Lake, both in Jackman.
