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Northern Outdoors is a 4 season outdoor adventure resort in beautiful western Maine.
(1881)

Northern Outdoors is a four-season outdoor adventure resort, with whitewater rafting and ATVing in the summer, snowmobiling in the winter, and hiking all year round! Home to the Kennebec River Pub & Brewery and a wide selection of Maine cabin rentals for all types of adventurers.

11/02/2026

Another summer in the books, and what a summer it was! 🌲☀️ But the adventures don’t stop here…

🍂 Fall is still a great time to visit! The fire is burning, the food is hot, and the brewpub is open before our annual shutdown on November 22nd at 9 PM.

❄️ Winter 2027 bookings are OPEN! Cozy cabins, miles of snowmobile trails, and on-site sled rentals are waiting. Start planning your winter getaway!

🌊 Already dreaming of summer? Stay tuned! 2027 river release dates and booking announcements are coming soon.

To our guests and our incredible team, THANK YOU for being part of 50 years of adventure. We couldn’t do it without you! 💛💚

And there’s more to come… our 50th anniversary summer recap is on its way! Stay tuned! 👀 🌲

10/31/2026

Who’s ready for winter in The Forks? ❄️🌲

Miles of snowmobile trails, cozy trailside cabins, and everything you need for a great winter getaway, all in one spot! From sled rentals and gear to hearty meals, cold brews, and a hot tub to unwind in after a day of adventure, we’ve got your crew covered!

Need a hand planning? Give our team a call at 207-663-4466 or head to northernoutdoors.com to explore your options and get your winter getaway on the calendar! 🍻🔥

10/26/2026

Just about one month left before our annual seasonal shutdown on November 22nd at 9 PM, but there’s still plenty of time to enjoy all the things we love about this quieter time of year! 🍻🍂

Cozy fires, good food, cold brews, and more time to chat with our crew about off-season adventures, local hikes, moose sightings, and our favorite scenic spots! 🔥🌲

While you’re here, swing through our gift shop for blaze orange gear and some great holiday finds! And don’t forget to stock up on a few 4-packs TO-GO from ! Perfect for gifting or enjoying at home until we reopen on December 30th. 🧡🍺🎁

10/23/2026

A little reminder for Saturday! 🍁💍

We’ll be serving breakfast until 9 AM, when the main lodge and Kennebec River Brewery will close for a private wedding celebration! 🍳☕️

We’re excited to celebrate Scott and Ivy as they tie the knot here at Northern Outdoors! Sending lots of love and congratulations to the happy couple! 🥂❤️

Stop in early for a hearty breakfast before heading out on your Maine adventures, then join us back at the lodge Sunday for good food, cold brews, and a little post-adventure relaxation! 🌲🍻

10/20/2026

❄️ Winter adventures are calling! 🌲🤘

Snow-covered trails, cozy cabins, cold brews, hot tub soaks and plenty of reasons to escape to the Maine woods!

Whether you’re hitting the trails on a snowmobile or slowing things down by the fire, winter in The Forks has a little something for everyone. 🍻🔥

The snow will be here before we know it, and now’s the time to plan your winter getaway!

10/16/2026

A little change in our hours this weekend! 🍂

Love is in the air here at Northern Outdoors! 💍🥂 We’re excited to be part of another couple’s special day, closing tomorrow, Saturday, October 17th, at 9 AM!

But don’t worry, you can still swing in for a bite and a cold brew! Just double-check those hours before heading our way! 👀

Cheers to love, laughter, and a beautiful weekend! 🍻

10/15/2026

Rafting’s wrapped up for the season… so now what? 🍂

Now, we slow it down.

We may be past peak foliage, but trust us, The Forks is still worth the trip! 🌲🥾

Chase waterfalls, take in the last of the fall colors, wander the trails, or simply enjoy a little peace and quiet in the Maine woods.

And what better way to end the day than with a cold brew from Kennebec River Pub & Brewery and a soak in the hot tub? 🍻

The whitewater may be done, but adventure around here doesn’t have an off-season! 🍁

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10/09/2026

Weekend plans? Come north! 🌲🍂

Fall hiking is showing off, the hot tub is HOT, and Kennebec River Pub & Brewery is open for good food and cold brews! 🍺♨️

PLUS, our LAST river trips of the season run Saturday, Sunday & Monday! 🌊🤘

📸 Moxie Falls captured by Cali!

10/01/2026

Here's a little known fact: Northern Outdoors didn't start with rafting. In 1975, Wayne and Suzie Hockmeyer launched Back Country Outfitters — a hunting and fishing guide service running out of the Moosehead Lake region. No rafts, no timber-framed lodge, no brewery. Just a small house with a guest camp on the Moose River, and a passion for traditional sports.

Northern Outdoors grew and evolved over the years to include rafting and snowmobiling, but fishing and hunting continue to be an important part of the year-round business. For decades, Wayne and the other core staff of guides ran not just out of Northern Outdoors' main lodge in The Forks-- but also at remote sites - Mountain and Pond Camp -- deep in the north woods.

Remote camps stopped in the early 2000s, but guided fishing and hunting trips continue to this day through our main lodge here in The Forks. Here are a couple of shots from over the years-- can you name some familiar faces?!

09/30/2026

Two weeks. That's all that's left. ⏳🍂

Fall in The Forks goes fast, and this is your last chance to get out there before we wrap up the season!

Here's what's still on the table:
🌊 Dead River: LAST BLAST, Oct. 3
🍁 Kennebec rafting • ATV rentals • campground: through Oct. 12

Grab your crew and make these last weekends count! Call or hit the link in bio to book your fall adventure. 🤘

Address

1771 US Rt 201
The Forks, ME
04985

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 9pm
Tuesday	7am - 9pm
Wednesday	7am - 9pm
Thursday	7am - 9pm
Friday	7am - 10pm
Saturday	7am - 10pm
Sunday	7am - 9pm

Telephone

+12076634466

Website

https://www.northernoutdoors.com/

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