North Country Rivers in Maine offers spacious Cabin Tents equipped with electricity, running water, and outdoor fireplaces, blending rugged outdoors with creature comforts. Just outside Bingham, it’s a perfect base for adventure and relaxation.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–7 nights
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels since physical activity is flexible and camping amenities reduce strain.
Wildlife
History
The Kennebec-Dead Rivers area played a key role in Maine’s logging history during the 19th century.
Conservation
North Country Rivers promotes sustainable camping to protect forest waterways through low-impact practices and waste management.
North Country Rivers
North Country Rivers in Maine offers spacious Cabin Tents equipped with electricity, running water, and outdoor fireplaces, blending rugged outdoors with creature comforts. Just outside Bingham, it’s a perfect base for adventure and relaxation.
North Country Rivers is a whitewater rafting outfitter and lodging provider based in Bingham, Maine. The company operates rafting trips on the Kennebec and Penobscot rivers, offering options that range from family-friendly floats to multi-day Class IV–V whitewater adventures. Lodging includes tent camping at the on-site campground, daily and weekly cabin rentals, premium bunkhouses, and riverfront monthly Bigelow cabin rentals along the Kennebec River.
Day trips include the Kennebec Lower River Trip, which provides gentler sections suitable for younger guests alongside Class 3–4 rapids and optional funyak inflatable kayaks. The Kennebec Ultimate Trip offers longer runs through the Kennebec Gorge with an option for a two-day trip including camping and meals in Bingham. Penobscot options feature the Penobscot Full River Trip through Ripogenous Gorge in Baxter State Park and the multi-day Penobscot River Ultimate Trip that covers the Upper Gorge and Cribworks with overnight camping and meals.
The campground features wooded and riverside tent sites, private showers, a game room, and a lively lodge with a restaurant and summer entertainment. Bigelow and Flagstaff cabins are fully furnished and ADA-compliant, accommodating small to large groups. North Country Rivers combines river access, on-site lodging, and a range of trip formats, making it a practical choice for families and whitewater enthusiasts visiting central Maine.
Cabin options support varied group sizes: Bigelow cabins sleep 2–8 for monthly or weekly rentals; Kennebec cabins fit 6–16 for daily stays; Flagstaff cabins offer 2,300 sq ft, ADA-compliant space for 8–36; premium bunkhouses sleep 6–8 with riverfront amenities.
Tours Offered
10
Range of rafting and lodging experiences
Location
Bingham, ME
On the Kennebec River
ADA Access
ADA-compliant
Bigelow & Flagstaff cabins accessible
Lodging & Camping
Cabins, tent camping
Campground, bunkhouses, rentals
Choose single-day runs, multi-day expeditions, or cabin and campsite stays. Check availability for rafting trips, cabin rentals, and campground sites.
Bring Your Own Sleeping Gear
Cabin Tents include wooden bunks but require you to bring sleeping pads, pillows, and sleeping bags for comfort.
Check-In at the Main Lodge
Register and get oriented at the lively main lodge which also offers dining, entertainment, and Wi-Fi access.
Use the Outdoor Fireplaces Responsibly
The camp provides fireplaces outside the tents; always follow fire safety guidelines to protect forest surroundings.
Plan Day Trips Into Nearby Towns
With two larger towns less than 30 minutes away, consider trips for theater, shopping, or golfing as a break from the outdoors.
Sleeping Pad
Provides cushioning atop wooden bunks for a better night’s rest.
Warm Sleeping Bag
Keeps you warm during cool Maine nights regardless of season.
fall|spring|summer (cool nights)
Insect Repellent
Essential for warding off mosquitoes and ticks during warm months.
summer
Headlamp or Flashlight
Useful for navigating around camp after dark safely.