Lazy river tubing in Maine is high on the list of outdoor plans for when the weather is nice. Combine that with camping and you’ll have a perfect weekend. But in a place like Maine, you’ve got to plan ahead, most especially for places like Bullfrog Adventures. Try to reserve your spot as early as possible. And get ready for some wonderful camping in a riverside location where you can take one of the best float trips in Maine down the Kennebec River. Here is an incredible campground with river tubing you’ll want to spend some time at:

You’ll find Bullfrog Adventures right next to the Kennebec River in Caratunk.
Bullfrog Adventures / Google
As Maine's first river tubing outfitter, they’ve been perfecting the art of river trips, tubing in Maine, and camping since the 90s.
Bullfrog Adventures / Facebook
Bullfrog Adventures runs a variety of different river-related trips, from tubing to kayaking. And the best part? You can camp right here making it the perfect Maine summer getaway.
Bullfrog Adventures / Facebook
There are eight camping spots available at this campground with a lazy river.
Bullfrog Adventures / Facebook
Combine one of the best floats in Maine with an awesome camping experience.
Bullfrog Adventures / Facebook
While they offer a few different tubing options, we love the self-guided trip that will take you floating down the beautiful Kennebec River at your own pace.
Bullfrog Adventures / Facebook
There's also a rope swing here that goes right into the Kennebec River.
Bullfrog Adventures / Facebook
Each tube rental comes with a custom tube, life jacket, and van ride to and from the river.
Bullfrog Adventures / Facebook
Your tubing in Maine adventure starts with a quick van trip to the put-in point in The Forks, where you’ll have access to eight wonderful miles of river as you head down toward the Appalachian Trail crossing in Caratunk.
Bullfrog Adventures / Facebook
It's easy to see that this is one of the best float trips in Maine.
Bullfrog Adventures / Facebook
Bullfrog Adventures also offers the use of their custom-designed tubes. Something you won’t find anywhere else.
Bullfrog Adventures / Facebook
You’ll feel like an intrepid explorer as you watch the trees pass by, but with a shallow depth and only occasional class 1 rapids, this trip is decidedly casual.
Bullfrog Adventures / Facebook
The route takes between 2.5 and 3 hours, depending on the flow of the river, but we’ve found that it’s most fun with some breaks along the way at the banks of the water.
Bullfrog Adventures / Facebook
These breaks are even more fun when you consider that you can also rent a cooler full of ice to bring your own snacks and beverages to enjoy on the Kennebec River.
Bullfrog Adventures / Facebook

Visit the website for Bullfrog Adventures for the most up-to-date information and give the Bullfrog Adventures Facebook page a follow.

Have you ever gone lazy river tubing in Maine? Tell us about your experience in the comments! For more ways to enjoy Maine’s river this summer, check out these 9 lazy rivers for tubing in Maine.

OnlyInYourState may earn compensation through affiliate links in this article.

More to Explore

Tubing in Maine

Rachel Raimondi | July 31, 2022

 Are there any natural lazy rivers in Maine? 

Yes, there are several natural lazy rivers in Maine as well as companies out there that will do all the work for you. Here are a few of those places:

  • Three Rivers in West Forks offers tubing, inflatable kayaks, and whitewater rafting along the Kennebec, Dead River, and Seboomook.
  • There's plenty of floating to be had on the 109-mile-long Penobscot River. Not only will you stay cool in the water, but you’ll also get some outstanding views of Mount Katahdin, making it one of Maine’s best float trips.

 

 What are the best beaches in Maine?

Some of the best beaches in Maine include the following:

  • Wells Beach has not only 1.5 miles of sand to take in ocean views from, but there is also exploration to be found in the dunes, marshes, tidal pools, and seagrass here. There is also nearby access for boats and kayaks.
  • On Mount Desert Island in Maine, head to Sand Beach in the 48,000-acre Acadia National Park. While the ocean water here might be a little too chilly for swimming, wading in is perfectly acceptable. And wait until you see the pink sand!

 

What are the best hikes with a view in Maine?

Known for its gorgeous views and nonstop scenery, you’ll definitely find some beautiful hikes in Maine like the following:

  • Located in Brownfield, Burnt Meadow Mountain Trail is a 3.6-mile loop trail rated as moderate. Not only will you be enveloped by gorgeous wildflowers, but you’ll also get a great view of New Hampshire’s 6,288-foot Mount Washington.
  • Baxter’s Park’s Knife Edge Trail is certainly not for beginners, but if you have the experience (and courage), the payoff is the 5,269-foot Mount Katahdin, the state’s highest peak. It’s only 1.1 miles, but be aware that this involves lots of loss rocks as you ascend and some steep drop-offs on the sides.

Related Articles

Explore Maine

Featured Addresses
Bullfrog Adventures, U.S. 201, Caratunk, ME, USA