Category: Outdoor Activities
Ice Fishing
Set your traps and watch the flags fly as pickerel and salmon take the bait. Jig for smelt by day and fish for cusk by night. Get ready for an unforgettable ice fishing adventure in the Katahdin Region.
Gero Island Public Reserve
Located on Chesuncook Lake, Gero Island is over 3,000 acres and a great visit for both anglers and canoeists.
Snowmobiling
The Maine Highlands is a world class snowmobiling destination. The snow is plentiful here, and the thousands of miles of well-groomed trails provide fun and excitement for all riders.
Whitewater Rafting
Challenge yourself with an exciting whitewater adventure!
Canoe & Kayak
The Maine Highlands’ geography is dominated by inland waterways. Serene lakes and ponds, lazy rivers, and gushing whitewater rapids all offer opportunities to explore.
Gulf Hagas
Discover Gulf Hagas in the Katahdin Iron Works Forest, Maine's "Grand Canyon." This 3-mile long gorge, carved through slate, features an 8-mile trek with waterfalls and swimming holes. Perfect for experienced hikers, it’s a must-see on your Maine Highlands itinerary.
Registered Maine Guides
Explore our woods and waters in the company of a Registered Maine Guide and you can be assured of a first class outdoor experience, regardless of the recreational activity you’ve come to enjoy. Maine Guides are recognized around the world for their impeccable professionalism, extensive knowledge, and the ability to relate to sporting guests and build enduring relationships.
Green Lodging
As you plan your next visit to The Maine Highlands, consider staying at a business that is certified as a Maine Green Lodging property.
Scenic Drives for Adventure Seekers
By car on on a motorcycle, a cruise along one of The Maine Highlands' scenic byways is a wonderful way to explore the region's stunning mountains, lakes, and woods. Two-lane roads wind through the countryside, passing through quaint towns and beautiful forests with scenic overlooks where the highway reaches a height of land.
Mount Kineo
The prospect of driving or biking through obscure, unique and sometimes downright quirky towns in Maine, has always been something I look forward to when planning any outdoor trip.
