Allagash River Trip

Allagash River / Moose

The Allagash River has been enjoyed by paddlers and sportsmen for over 100 years. Since the mid-1960’s the Allagash River has been preserved and managed as a State park. The many Ranger stations and Rangers that work along the river corridor assist paddlers, maintain campsites and character of the river. Several sights of significance are worthy of traveling to such as: polar ice caves, locomotives at Eagle Lake or Allagash Falls. With many access points you can choose a trip length and river section that fits your paddling style and we are happy to discuss the many options you have.Our Transportation service means that you drive to our base in the town of Allagash where the Allagash and  St. John Rivers meet, we will load your gear into our vehicle and drive you to the desired starting point on the river to start your paddle back to Allagash.  You have the choice to camp on our property, rent a cabin the night before your trip or drive in the day you arrive.Our Shuttle service means that you drive into your desired starting point with your vehicle and we drive it to Allagash or another location while you are paddling on the river.  In most cases we ask that you to mail a key to us prior to the trip along with a description of the vehicle and deposit.  Prices are based per vehicle with a discount for multiple vehicles.

Canoe Landing / Locating Your Vehicle

Evelyns' House / Parking Area

Arriving in Allagash by river you will paddle to the bridge that crosses the river, just before the bridge on the left is a canoe landing (see photo), that is where you should take out.   There is a access road from the landing to the paved road, walk up to the paved road and you will see a two-story house on the left side (see photo) of the paved road that is where you will find your vehicle unless other arrangements have been made.  The landing and parking area are privately owned by Evelyn McBreairty, she will charge a fee of $2.00 to land each canoe and $2.00 per day for vehicle parking.  The keys for your vehicle will be left with Evelyn, she is always at home to greet paddlers and collect your fees.

Allagash Bridge / Canoe Landing

Cabin Rental - cabins are available for rent on a nightly basis, the cost is $80.00 per night for 1 – 4 people, more than 4 add $10.00 per person.

Outfitting Package: includes canoe, paddles, pfd’s, tent, cooking gear, water filter and jug, tent, sleeping pad, gas stove, lantern, tarp, dry bags, cooler and ice, map, saw, trip planning, cabin before trip, transportation, camping fees, access fees and taxes.  Meals are also available at a cost of $35.00 per person per day.

Outfitting Package for 2 people:                                                       Package for 4 people:

2 days $320.00 each                                                                           2 days $220.00 each

3 days $380.00 each                                                                           3 days $255.00 each

5 days $440.00 each                                                                           5 days $320.00 each

6 days $470.00 each                                                                           6 days $365.00 each

7 days $495.00 each                                                                           7 days $400.00 each

• Allagash Wilderness Waterway Camping Fees: Resident $4.00 / Non – Resident $8.00

• North Maine Woods charges a one time access fee: Resident $6.00 / Non – Resident $10.00

• Chase Rapids: For a fee of $10.00 the Ranger will shuttle your gear and canoe around the rapids.

•Allagash Wilderness Waterway has special regulations on group sizes and boat dimensions, please visit their site for details: www.state.me.us/cgi-bin/doc/parks

• Canoe and Kayak rentals: we rent a variety of Old Town Canoe size and models depending on your need. All canoe and kayak rentals include paddles and vests, cost is $25.00 per day per boat.

• We are located ½ mile from the confluence of the Allagash and St. John Rivers, parking during your trip is free and camping on our premises is free.