
MAINE TRAILS
GUIDE SERVICE

WILDERNESS CANOE & BACKPACKING TRIPS IN NORTHERN MAINE - Since 1997
Discover the 92-mile Allagash Wilderness Waterway in northern Maine, one of America's preeminent canoe trips, and Baxter State Park, a wilderness haven encompassing some of the most rugged terrain in the Northeast, including Maine's "greatest mountain", Katahdin!
We offer both flat and white water canoe trips from 3-8 nights on the Allagash Wilderness Waterway and in the Penobscot River Corridor as well as hiking/backpacking trips of 3-5 nights in Baxter State Park. ​
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CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE!
2025 CANOE & BACKPACKING TRIPS DESTINATIONS

WHAT GUESTS ARE SAYING
"The five days in the woods were as enjoyable as any I have had in my life. This trip will be relived over and over again through stories with family and friends, especially Brad, Jud & Roy. Thanks for everything!"
-Ted S. - Newington, CT
"Thanks for a great adventure - we appreciate all the equipment, work and planning it took to lead this trip. It's something that we will both remember - and laugh at all the memories!!"
Todd & Penny - Saco, ME
"Very knowledgeable of both the waterways and the history of the area. Rich, you were a fantastic host! Your nature, attitude and enthusiasm made this trip wonderful".
-Adam M. - San Antonio, TX
"I was extremely impressed with your navigation & professionalism - particulary in the pre-trip phase - quick responses to e-mails, sending out info promptly".
Kasey R. - Boston, MA

CONTACT:
Richard Aspinall
Master Maine Guide
52 Walton Mills Road
Mount Vernon, Maine 04352
207-650-0808 (mobile)
207-293-2600 (home/office)
*207-746-3285 (Grindstone Base Camp)
*Summer months only
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2025 TRIP SCHEDULE
DATE DESTINATION # OF NIGHTS PARTY SIZE AVAILABLE SPOTS
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6/20 - 7/4 OPEN DATES - - 10
7/5 - 7/8 Lobster Lake 3 5 5
7/11 - 7/30 OPEN DATES
8/1 - 8/12 OPEN DATES
TO REGISTER FOR A SPECIFIC TRIP
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1. CALL EARLY OR WRITE TO BOOK A PARTICULAR TRIP.
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2. A 25% DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED TO RESERVE A SPOT ON A SPECIFIC TRIP OR TO BOOK A CUSTOM TRIP FOR YOU OR YOUR GROUP.
3. THE BALANCE OF YOUR TRIP FEE IS DUE 3 WEEKS PRIOR TO ACTUAL TRIP DATE.
4. ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST SIGN A WAIVER OF LIABILITY BEFORE STARTING A PARTICULAR TRIP.
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