Must See

Moxie Falls

One of Maine’s highest waterfalls with a stunning 90-foot vertical drop. An easy 2-mile round-trip hike through beautiful woods leads to multiple viewing platforms overlooking this spectacular cascade.

• Distance from Inn: 10 minutes (2.3 miles up Lake Moxie Road)
• Difficulty: Easy – great for all ages and families
• Best Time: Spring for high water, Fall for foliage
• Pro Tip: Swimming holes above and below the falls

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Scenic Drive

Old Canada Road National Scenic Byway

The Sterling Inn sits directly on this historic 78-mile route, one of only 125 National Scenic Byways in the country. Route 201 follows ancient Abenaki trading paths and the route Benedict Arnold took during the Revolutionary War.

• Route: Solon to Canadian Border
• Highlights: Kennebec River views, Wyman Lake, mountain vistas
• Fall Foliage: Peak typically early-mid October
• History: Interpretive panels throughout the route

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Miles of Trail

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Manned Ferry Crossing

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Miles in Maine

Northern Outdoors

Maine’s original rafting outfitter since 1976. Full resort with brewery, pool, and lodging. Kennebec and Dead River trips.

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Three Rivers Whitewater

Kennebec and Dead River adventures with riverside lodging at The Forks Fun Resort. Great for families and groups.

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Crab Apple Whitewater

Family-owned outfitter with the shortest bus ride to the river. Known for excellent guides and riverside cookouts.

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Northeast Whitewater

Moosehead Lake-based outfitter offering Kennebec trips plus moose watching tours and wilderness adventures.

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Adventure Bound

Maine’s only youth-focused rafting outfitter. Perfect for scouts, school groups, and families with kids.

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North Country Rivers

60-acre Bingham resort with Kennebec, Penobscot, and Dead River trips plus ATV tours and camping.

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Pleasant Pond Mountain

Moderate climb with rewarding 360° views from the summit. Part of the Appalachian Trail, accessible from Caratunk.

Distance: ~4 miles round trip

Forks Area Scenic Trail

4-mile trail along the Kennebec River. Great for hiking, biking, and dog walking. Some sections ADA-compliant.

Difficulty: Easy, family-friendly

Mosquito Mountain

Steep climb rewarded with 360° views including Indian Pond. Perfect for sunset watching from summit ledges.

Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging

Cold Stream Falls

Beautiful waterfall at the end of a 1.2-mile trail near West Forks. Known for unique ice formations in winter.

Distance: 2.4 miles round trip

Fishing

World-class fly fishing on the Kennebec. Native brook trout in mountain ponds.

Moose Watching

Prime moose territory. Best sightings at dawn and dusk along forest roads.

Stargazing

Zero light pollution. The Milky Way is visible to the naked eye on clear nights.

ATV/UTV Riding

Thousands of miles of trails through the Maine woods.

Kayaking & Canoeing

Calm water paddling on Pleasant Pond, Wyman Lake, and the lower Kennebec.

Swimming

Pleasant Pond offers clear, cool water and peaceful surroundings.

Hunting

Deer, moose, bear, and bird hunting. Guide services available locally.

Snowmobiling

Direct ITS trail access. 100+ inches of snow annually. Learn more →

Kennebec River Brewery

West Forks · (207) 663-4466

Craft beer and hearty pub fare at Northern Outdoors. Named one of America’s coolest breweries by Travel + Leisure.

Inn By The River

The Forks

Riverside pub with casual dining. Great spot after a day on the river.

Hawk’s Nest Restaurant

West Forks

Local favorite for comfort food and friendly atmosphere.

Old Canada Road Scenic Byway

Kennebec Valley Tourism

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Maine State Parks

Appalachian Trail Conservancy

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