The Forks

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Go whitewater rafting and enjoy outdoor adventure amid untamed wilderness where the Dead River and Kennebec River converge.

Enjoy fresh air, nature and exhilarating thrills in the Forks, a remote region located where the magnificent Kennebec and Dead Rivers meet. Get out on the river on sunny summer days and drive a snowmobile around snowy trails in winter.

Go tubing and canoeing on the Kennebec River. Join a whitewater rafting trip to experience its relentless rapids. Among the more popular rafting routes in the region is the 12-mile (19-kilometre) trip from Indian Pond through the Upper Kennebec Gorge, which features rapids up to Class IV.

Strap on your life vest and brave the challenging rapids of the Dead River, which stretches for over 40 miles (64 kilometres) between Flagstaff Lake and the Kennebec River at the Forks. The river is one of the longest stretches of continuous whitewater on the East Coast.

Take a hike along one of the many trails weaving through the Forks. Go for a relaxed stroll to Moxie Falls, where the Kennebec River cascades down 90 feet (27 metres), making it one of Maine’s highest waterfalls. Trek along a portion of the famous Appalachian Trail and climb to the top of Pleasant Pond Mountain.

The fun doesn’t stop in winter. Glide your way to the summit of Coburn Mountain to try out one of Maine’s highest snowmobile trails. Go cross-country skiing or snowshoeing.

The charm of the Forks lies in its remoteness and ruggedness. Don’t expect a vibrant downtown. In fact, Forks is not a town at all but rather a plantation, a designation applied to sparsely populated areas in Maine. The population here rarely goes above 50.

Choose from a number of places stay at and enjoy in the Forks. From full-service resorts to rustic camps, experience the Maine wilderness the way you want to. Enlist the services of wilderness guides to take you on fishing, snowmobiling and hunting excursions.

Bingham Motor Inn

Bingham Motor Inn

2 out of 5
89 Main St, Bingham, ME
The price is CA $126 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $126
CA $137 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Bingham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attraction Houston Brook Falls is located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (29 reviews)
"Property was great. I didn’t see photos of the room with one traveler but booked it on a whim. It was very 1970s style . I would suggest bringing your own shampoo and conditioner because the ones provided are very tiny. Smaller than travel size toothpaste. The stairs to get to our suite need some ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 6, 2025

Bingham Motor Inn
Kineo View Lodge

Kineo View Lodge

2.5 out of 5
50 Overlook Drive, Greenville, ME
The price is CA $198 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $198
CA $216 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this lodge in Greenville. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Katahdin ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (266 reviews)
"The staff are always pleasant the rooms are always clean .I will always stay at Kineo View motel .Thank you"

Reviewed on Aug. 17, 2025

Kineo View Lodge
Moose Mountain inn

Moose Mountain inn

3 out of 5
314 Rockwood Rd., Greenville Junction, ME
The price is CA $285 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $285
CA $310 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly motel in Greenville Junction. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (433 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay. Room was comfortable."

Reviewed on Aug. 17, 2025

Moose Mountain inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
"Andy's Place"

"Andy's Place"

Abbot
Stay at this cottage in Abbot. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Whetstone Pond and Barrows Falls Trail are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (145 reviews)
"Oh Andy’s Place is magical. It had everything we could have possibly hoped for: clean water for endless swimming, floating and kayaking. Loons calling to each other after sunset. Morning coffee with a view from the screened in porch. A sweet firepit for evening s’mores. A dock for frog & watching ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 19, 2025

"Andy's Place"
3 Bedroom & Loft - Great Home For Multi-Season Sports - Sleeps 6-8, 🐕 friendly

3 Bedroom & Loft - Great Home For Multi-Season Sports - Sleeps 6-8, 🐕 friendly

Greenville
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Greenville. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
"Beautiful property - easy access to town and all that Greenville has to offer"

Reviewed on Aug. 19, 2025

3 Bedroom & Loft - Great Home For Multi-Season Sports - Sleeps 6-8, 🐕 friendly
Lakefront cabin with woodstove, beautiful mountain views & private swimming dock

Lakefront cabin with woodstove, beautiful mountain views & private swimming dock

Greenville
Stay at this cabin in Greenville. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Prong Pond and Katahdin Cruises and Moosehead Marine Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
"Awesome but... The cabin, location, hosts, booking etc., were all phenomenal, this was our second time staying at this location as we loved it so much the first time. Unfortunately an encounter with a resident at the very end of the road cast a shadow over our stay. My wife and I were out on the ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 24, 2025

Lakefront cabin with woodstove, beautiful mountain views & private swimming dock
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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