We had a great time fishing on the Kennebec last weekend. It was a beautiful day - not too hot, not…read moretoo cold, and it was so relaxing drifting down the river and casting for bass. We were in two rafts - Mike and Garrett were our guides. We argued after the trip who had the better guide - both were very knowledgeable, patient, and fun. I was particularly grateful to Mike for the attention he gave my daughter - who wasn't all that sure about fishing! He made sure that she caught some fish, and helped her with how and where to cast to find fish. We shared a good laugh when a fish slipped out of her hands, right into her sweater pocket!! A great day on the Kennebec - we will definitely be back!!

From the owner: Guiding fishing trips in Western Maine. Fly fishing or spin casting, novice or expert. Trout,…read moreSalmon and smallmouth bass, full day, 1/2 day or multi day trips.

Beautiful location with abundant fishing!! Brook trout ranged from 7 to 14 inches!!…read more Accommodations were what you would expect of an off grid camp. Beds and bathroom were clean and water was nice and hot in the shower. Food was good. Prime rib and Thanksgiving nights were the highlight. Breakfasts were outstanding. Boats were in great condition when we arrived. Only complaint was that boats were not cleaned out over the 5 days. Dock worker could have taken a broom or even portable vac and gotten the anchor dirt out of the boat daily. Overall, great trip and a fantastic place to relax. Definitely recommend Tim Pond!

Nice people, good fishing, delicious food and a relaxing environment. Definitely a good place to…read moreunwind. Having to head back to "reality" at the end of my stay was the only downside. Even if you don't fly fish (the pond has native brook trout), Tim Pond is a nice spot to relax. The owners and staff are welcoming and helpful, the cabins are rustic but really charming, and there's a lot of natural beauty and wildlife to take in while you're there, whether you're out on the pond, walking some trails, or sitting in a rocking chair on the porch. This year I went up for the fly fishing school taught by Bonnie Holding, who is, among other things, a Master Maine Guide and extremely patient instructor. I had been doubtful about it at first (I went with my boyfriend), but by the end of the weekend I was yanking fish out of that pond just like a pro. If I'd kept any of the fish, the kitchen would have prepared them for me for breakfast the following morning, but I let them all go. Maybe next time. Speaking of food, the freshly-prepared meals are de-LICIOUS (Saturday night: choice of prime rib or scallop-stuffed haddock) and always include a mouth-watering dessert if you've got room (the brownie pudding was in-CREDIBLE!!). (And really, who doesn't make room for dessert? Silly people, that's who.) And then there's the cookie jar, which is always well-stocked and accessible whenEVER you want a fresh chocolate chip cookie. Yum. Each cabin has a bathroom with hot and cold running water (with a toilet, sink & shower), beds with fresh linens, a wood stove (or fireplace), and a cribbage board for just in case. I saw pictures in the library taken in the early 1900s that suggest that some of the cabins may be original to that time period. Definitely adds to the character of the camp, as does the kerosene lantern you can use when the generator shuts off at 10:00 and you're in the middle of a "best-out-of-three" cribbage match. (No, I didn't win.) If you're looking for swank, this isn't it. But if you're looking to unplug, relax, and enjoy some good meals with good people, Tim Pond is the place to go. :)

Bigelow Preserve is an absolutely gorgeous state-owned nature preserve in Western Maine…read more Established in 1976, this protected land is open to the public for hiking, camping, boating, fishing, fall foliage, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, and so much more! At over 36,000 acres... you're sure to find something of interest. The flora and fauna are just breath-taking and it is absolutely worth a visit! I visited this vast parcel of land with the intent of climbing four out of the seven peaks of the Bigelow Mountain Range that are contained within the preserve. As some of the tallest mountains in all of Maine, I was excited for the challenge. The mountains are named after Major Timothy Bigelow who summitted the peaks in the late 1700s. There are many trails, including the famous Appalachian Trail, that snake through this forested playground. The Maine Appalachian Trail Club maintains these tracks and provides caretakers at the backcountry camping sites. From the mountains there are impressive views of Flagstaff Lake and the mountain range itself. Open all year round. One of the most scenic hikes I've completed in a while! Breath in the fresh air and get outside.

A few years ago, I had an opportunity to join friends on an unforgettable fishing trip. Our…read moredestination was Lac Poutrincourt, a large lake in north central Quebec, Canada. Until relatively recently, Lac Poutrincourt was accessible only by float plane, but the leasing of nearby forests to timber companies by the provincial government resulted in the construction of hundreds of miles of dirt roads. For a small fee, visitors can pay to use these roads to access the lake for recreational pursuits. Located on the shores of Lac Poutrincourt, Domaine Poutrincourt Outfitter was established to manage the hunting and angling within this 188 square mile territory that includes Lac Poutrincourt, Lac Buade, and the surrounding forests. You can choose to stay in the main lodge or in one of the 13 remote cabins that are scattered along the shorelines of the two connected lakes. Domaine Poutrincourt Outfitters is equipped to provide you with everything you'll require for your hunting and/or fishing adventures, including hunting and fishing licenses, tackle and bait, and a modest selection of groceries, toiletries, and camping supplies. As these lakes are vast, boats are essential, and Domaine Poutrincourt Outfitter supplies boats, motors, and fuel for all of its paying guests. When planning your trip, consider that their fishing camps comfortably sleep 6 - 8 people, and it is recommended that each boat carry no more than two adults, so plan on renting between 3 - 4 boats for the average trip. Depending upon where you are traveling from, getting to Lac Poutrincourt can be an adventure in and of itself. As we were traveling from Boston, our trip included a 15 hour drive, which could be longer or shorter due to the fact that many of the roads are undeveloped, and may not be easily passable under certain weather conditions. Once we arrived at the main lodge and loaded our gear into our rented boats, we embarked on the most exhilarating aspect of our journey. We had chosen to stay in the one camp that was located on Lac Buade, and to get there, we had to navigate the river connecting Lac Poutrincourt to Lac Buade. This river, Riviere Normandin, was long, winding, and contained several difficult class rapids. It took more than two hours by boat to reach our camp, and once there, unpacking began for the week of fishing that was ahead of us. The remote camps are designed for do-it-yourself adventurists. You supply your food and fishing gear and the camp provides the rest. Our camp was comfortable and contained bunk rooms, a living and dining room, a bathroom with composting toilets and showers, and plenty of potable water. Fuel depots are associated with each camp to allow visitors to fuel their boats as much as needed during their stay. We spent our week in complete solitude, since Riviere Normandin provided a natural barrier to all other anglers. Nights were short and days were long, which allowed for approximately 15 hours of daylight in which to pursue trophy walleye, northern pike, and whitefish. At night, we took our conversations to the front porch, along with our drinks and a few select cigars. The cries of Loons and the croaking of frogs were the only sounds for miles. Once, a float plane flew overhead, which was our only reminder that there was a civilization that we would have to reintegrate into by week's end. The fishing was fantastic, and the sheer numbers and sizes of the fish we caught that week were mind boggling. If you've ever thought about visiting a wilderness lake with a close group of friends, and enjoying the solitude and recreational opportunities that such an environment provides, I strongly encourage you to consider Domaine Poutrincourt Outfitters for your next excursion. It's close enough to get to by automobile, but feels impossibly far away.

There's a choice of a simple 2 minute walk down halfway through wooden stairs to the wooden…read moreswinging bridge or a few minutes going down more steep wooden stairs to walk over jagged rocks to the falls during low tide where we saw people fishing. We first weren't going to walk over uneven rock's all the way to the falls because it was getting late, but my boys were way ahead and wouldn't stop when we yelled for them to return, so we ended up following them and I'm glad we did. When I arrived around the corner, there were 3 more falls behind the tall rock formation, hidden in a nook so maybe you can see if from the right side of the bridge or the wooden walk, but you can't take a great panoramic picture of all of at once. It was spectacular to see different waterfall formations altogether up close. However, be careful because some parts can be slippery and you need a lot of balance to walk on the rocks. A friend of mine scraped his leg tripping over the rocks, so going to the bridge may be a better option for those who can't make the trip to the falls. People also fish near the falls and saw huge fish in a bucket. There 's a lot of free parking at the waterfall area, a concession stand that sells icecream, slushies and drinks that close at 7pm (that barely spoke english, so i'm glad i had my son to help order in french) and a restroom before going to the falls.

We visited the falls on an excursion with our cruise. Overall it is worth the visit. The falls…read moreare stunningly beautiful, especially if you are up for walking, the entire circle, up the stairs and through the woods back to the manor house. Gorgeous. However, given that this is a "natural attraction" I was very disappointed that the otherwise lovely boardwalk was infested with many invasive species, like Japanese Knotweed. I think when making nature the focus of an attraction, it should be protected better than seems to be the case, at least along the boardwalk. Also of note .. you can easily take the funicular down and up to avoid much walking if need be. Clean facilities at the bottom and top.

Stopped in for a quick look around. Guard at gate house was really pleasant and helpful. Lots of…read moreboaters, campers and swimming area seemed very clean. Nice playscape for the kids at the beach area. Will be back!!

We love coming to Lily Bay, beautiful views. The kids can swim or you can took. Trails, outhouses…read moreare clean, and we usually see deer and we haven't but others have seen Moose.' It's a must if your in the Moosehead area.

I grew up in the Moosehead area and know it very well. I used to see moose about every 10 feet as a…read morekid. Between what I believe to be overhunting of the moose (I am not a anti-hunt person) and diseases they have suffered such as so many of the young ones dying recently of ticks, they are far and few between. I took my Granddaughter on her first trip to Maine this past July. I knew we had a very short time there and moose were very scarce. Although I knew the area well, I had not been back to Maine in sometime. I knew the best opportunity for my granddaughter to see a moose would be a person who is very experienced in finding them, as well as being out there each and every day. I certainly chose the best guide in Amber of Moosehead area guide service. Her knowledge of the Maine woods, the Moosehead area and of the moose themselves was incredible. We had been out for a while and not seen a moose. She told my granddaughter that she had to get out of the car and do the Moose dance if she wanted to see a moose. Amber looked at me and whispered, I can see she is getting a little sleepy as we started at 4:30 AM in the morning. I thought this would give her a good break. Amber did teach the most dance. It was so funny because minutes after she taught my granddaughter how to do the Moose dance we came upon a beautiful moose. My granddaughter was so excited and I was so happy we had such a knowledgeable, kind, and sweet person as Amber. If you ever get to Maine and want to see a moose, I highly recommend booking your trip with Moosehead area, guide service and Amber. Maybe she will even teach you the most dance.

If you ever want to see a moose but also learn EVERYTHING there is to know about them, you have to…read morebook a moose tour with Moosehead Area Guide Service! I thought I loved these beautiful animals but Harold, the tour guide, surpasses my passion! He goes beyond anyone I know to explain in a detail and in a respectful way how moose live in nature to include their habitat, diet, temperament, physical features, mating season, difference between male and female moose, behavior etc. I could go on and on but you HAVE to experience this yourself! I just took my 12 yo grdson on a tour the end of July. He said it was better than Christmas! This was my 2nd time with Harold where I had taken another grdson. Both experiences unexplainable and wonderful! A memory they'll treasure forever! Call today and book a tour! You'll be so happy you did to see and learn about these amazing, magnificent animals!

We visited here on a rainy weekday, and, we didn't have to wait in lineups. There are 2 parkings…read moreavailable one a the bottom of gondola and the other one close to the restaurant and falls. You have to pay for all-day parking and you can leave and come back as many times as you want during that date. The views are spectacular; you have a great view of Québec City and Île d'Orleans and the falls view is beautiful. Walking on the suspended bridge and enjoying the the views is so worth it. Unfortunately we visited on a rainy weekday day, and we couldn't enjoy the zip lines; also, it's only available on weekends.

The Montmorency Falls were very impressive! They were not as wide as Niagara Falls, but they were…read moreactually steeper. The building at the ground-level main entrance offered a small gift shop and a snack bar. From there, you could either climb an insane amount of stairs to the crest or take a cable car. I was tight on time, so I took the cable car in both directions. It was a brief, peaceful ride that moved VERY slowly. Once we arrived at the top, there was basically a standard park. It had a small "garden" that was really just a few rows of flowers, a very nice gift shop of high-end and unique items, a restaurant with an outdoor terrace, and simply your standard park greenery. There was a cool "suspension" bridge over the top of the Falls, but it was made of heavy concrete, rather than some rickety old planks, so it was not as scary as it sounded. All in all, I thought the Montmorency Falls and the incredibly picturesque views were spectacular, but, otherwise, the Parc itself was really not that unusual. If you rode the cable cars instead of climbing the stairs, I really do not think you would need more than an hour there.