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The Midcoast region has it all: Easy pond paddles, leisurely and challenging river paddles, exploratory island paddles and scenic lake paddles.

Midcoast region trips

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Includes locations in Boothbay Harbor, Damariscotta, Rockport, Camden, Vinalhaven and more.

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Back and Cross rivers	Boothbay	Sea Kayaking	advanced
This saltwater outing, exploring the Back and Cross rivers in Boothbay, has it all: birds, seals, interesting geology and swirling waters.
Cathance River to Bradley Pond	Topsham	Moving Water	beginner
For a leisurely paddle with lots of naturewatching opportunities, head to the upper Cathance River.
Duckpuddle Pond	Nobleboro	Flat Water	beginner
For the paddler looking for wilderness solitude, this paddle has it all.
Fernald's Neck, Lake Megunticook	Camden	Flat Water	beginner
For a great mountain-lake experience, try Megunticook.
Hermit Island	Georgetown	Sea Kayaking	intermediate
Sea kayaking to Hermit Island.
Medomak River	Waldoboro	Moving Water	beginner
Mix river travel with coastal paddling, enjoy a wide variety of bird life and paddle in the wake of history.
Meduncook River	Friendship	Flat Water	intermediate
Use the high tide for a Meduncook River paddle.
Sheepscot River	Somerville	Moving Water	intermediate
Sheepscot serves up thrills to whitewater enthusiasts in spring.
Sherman Lake	Edgecomb	Flat Water	adv. beginner
Paddling on this lake is even better than you imagined.
St. George River	Warren	Moving Water	adv. beginner
It was a perfect day to kayak the serene, gently curving section of the St. George River that flows through Warren.
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St. George River	Thomaston	Moving Water	beginner
Maritime heritage and history flow through St. George River.
Stevens Pond	Liberty	Flat Water	beginner
Stevens Pond in Liberty is what a classic Maine pond should look like; unbroken evergreen forest to water's edge, and a series of low hills encircling the lake.
Turner Pond	Somerville	Flat Water	adv. beginner
As you head north on the pond, you will encounter a number of ledges and islands and great picnic spots.

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