Go Your Own Way in Maine's Kennebec Valley

Maine’s Kennebec Valley flies under the radar for most visitors to Maine. But with easy access to popular outdoor activities like rafting, hiking, and fishing, its recognition is steadily rising. Including both Kennebec and Somerset counties, the region takes its name from the mighty Kennebec River. Swift at first, the river becomes wide and slow around the state capitol at Augusta. The Kennebec is the true heart of this spectacular region.

This site is the go-to resource for planning tips and information, Explorer videos, and insights into the experiences to be found here. Start planning a visit with the 2021 Explorer Visitor Guide. Read through the digital version here or request a printed copy be sent to your home for free.

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I'm having a debate amongst friends right now, I need to you all to help settle it: What is the...

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I'm having a debate amongst friends right now, I need to you all to help settle it: What is the best season to go hiking in? I say fall, and I'll die on that hill. How about you? 😆🍂 You kind find hiking ideas at the link in our bio! . . . #kennebecvalley #goyourownway #kennebecriver #fallvibes #fallhiking #hikemaine #mainehiking #mainething #fortheloveofmaine #mainesucks #ignewengland #scenesofnewengland #familyhike #familytravelideas #travelinspodaily

I'm having a debate amongst friends right now, I need to you all to help settle it: What is the best season to go hiking in? I say fall, and I'll die on that hill. How about you? 😆🍂

You kind find hiking ideas at the link in our bio!
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Don't mind the graveyard guys, focus on the amazing sunset 😍

Summer might not be ...

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Don't mind the graveyard guys, focus on the amazing sunset 😍 Summer might not be technically over but crisp fall nights are upon us and we're so excited. Come visit the #KennebecValley for the real Maine adventure. . . . . #kennebecriver #goyourownway #mainething #fortheloveofmaine #mainesucks #lonelyplanet #inspiredbynature #traveldeeper #mynewengland

Don't mind the graveyard guys, focus on the amazing sunset 😍

Summer might not be technically over but crisp fall nights are upon us and we're so excited. Come visit the #KennebecValley for the real Maine adventure.
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✨MAINE FACT✨ Moxie Falls is the largest single drop waterfall in #Maine at about 90 feet.
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✨MAINE FACT✨ Moxie Falls is the largest single drop waterfall in #Maine at about 90 feet. Photo taken last year by @magicfallsraftingco , foliage is coming people and the best place to see it is in the Kennebec Valley! #kennebecriver #goyourownway #mainething #fallvibes #foliagefriday #winteriscoming

✨MAINE FACT✨ Moxie Falls is the largest single drop waterfall in #Maine at about 90 feet.

Photo taken last year by @magicfallsraftingco , foliage is coming people and the best place to see it is in the Kennebec Valley!

#kennebecriver #goyourownway #mainething #fallvibes #foliagefriday #winteriscoming ...

Waterville's food scene is on point these days. And if eating two @sunrisebagelme bagels is ...

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Waterville's food scene is on point these days. And if eating two @sunrisebagelme bagels is wrong, I don't want to be right. The Kennebec Valley doesn't disapoint when it comes to good food. If you're willing, you can find foodie gems, heritage cuisine, and ultra-local dining in every nook and cranny of small-town Maine. . . . #kennebecvalley #goyourownway #mainething #yelpmaine #wheretofindme #ignewengland #kennebecriver

Waterville's food scene is on point these days. And if eating two @sunrisebagelme bagels is wrong, I don't want to be right.

The Kennebec Valley doesn't disapoint when it comes to good food. If you're willing, you can find foodie gems, heritage cuisine, and ultra-local dining in every nook and cranny of small-town Maine.

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It's September 1 so I'm allowed to post this. Fall in the #KennebecValley is my favorite ...

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It's September 1 so I'm allowed to post this. Fall in the #KennebecValley is my favorite and I guarentee you'll agree. Plan a trip on our website or download our adventure guide at the link in our link. . . . #goyourownway #mainething #northernmaine #mynewengland #exploremaine #hiketheeast #maineoutdoorbrands #travelbloggersofig #newenglandlife #thisismaine #bestofmaine #beanoutsider #mountainlovers #adventureawaits #adventurelife #lonelyplanet #travelstoke #travelideas #sendthenortheast

It's September 1 so I'm allowed to post this. Fall in the #KennebecValley is my favorite and I guarentee you'll agree.

Plan a trip on our website or download our adventure guide at the link in our link.
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#goyourownway #mainething #northernmaine #mynewengland #exploremaine #hiketheeast #maineoutdoorbrands #travelbloggersofig #newenglandlife #thisismaine #bestofmaine #beanoutsider #mountainlovers #adventureawaits #adventurelife #lonelyplanet #travelstoke #travelideas #sendthenortheast ...

Will you climb it?
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#kennebecvalley #kennebecriver #mainestagrammers ...

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Will you climb it? . . . . #kennebecvalley #kennebecriver #mainestagrammers #fortheloveofmaine #mainesucks #mainething #northernmaine #mynewengland #exploremaine #hiketheeast #bestofmaine #travelbloggersofig #newenglandlife #scenesofnewengland #wheretofindme #vacationland #mountainlovers #adventureawaits #adventurelife #lonelyplanet #travelstoke

Will you climb it?
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#kennebecvalley #kennebecriver #mainestagrammers #fortheloveofmaine #mainesucks #mainething #northernmaine #mynewengland #exploremaine #hiketheeast #bestofmaine #travelbloggersofig #newenglandlife #scenesofnewengland #wheretofindme #vacationland #mountainlovers #adventureawaits #adventurelife #lonelyplanet #travelstoke ...

Hold onto your pumpkin spice latte, it's almost foliage season! Start planning that ...

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Hold onto your pumpkin spice latte, it's almost foliage season! Start planning that leaf-peeping road trip asap. Need some ideas? Head to the link in our bio. 🍂 . . . . #goyourownway #kennebecvalley #theforks #scenesofnewengland #wheretofindme #vacationland #travelusa #startyourlife #mynewengland #ignewengland #newenglandphotography #natureheals #naturevibes #neverstoptravelling #hikingbangers #eastcoastcreatives #bpmag #tlpicks #mainething

Hold onto your pumpkin spice latte, it's almost foliage season! Start planning that leaf-peeping road trip asap. Need some ideas? Head to the link in our bio. 🍂
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#goyourownway #kennebecvalley #theforks #scenesofnewengland #wheretofindme #vacationland #travelusa #startyourlife #mynewengland #ignewengland #newenglandphotography #natureheals #naturevibes #neverstoptravelling #hikingbangers #eastcoastcreatives #bpmag #tlpicks #mainething ...

I'm on top of the world! Well... just at the top of Wyman Dam in Moscow, Maine. See that ...

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I'm on top of the world! Well... just at the top of Wyman Dam in Moscow, Maine. See that "slide" on the right heading down to the water? Anyone want to take a gander at what that use to be used for? . . . . #goyourownway #kennebecvalley #kennebecriver #wanderlustwednesday #maineoutdoorbrands #beanoutsider #_iloveusa #visittheusa #roadtripsusa #visitthestates #bestofthepinetreestate #tlpicks #mainething #fortheloveofmaine #mynewengland #ignewengland #newenglandphotography #natureheals #neverstoptravelling #scenesofnewengland #wheretofindme #travelusa

I'm on top of the world! Well... just at the top of Wyman Dam in Moscow, Maine. See that "slide" on the right heading down to the water? Anyone want to take a gander at what that use to be used for?
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#goyourownway #kennebecvalley #kennebecriver #wanderlustwednesday #maineoutdoorbrands #beanoutsider #_iloveusa #visittheusa #roadtripsusa #visitthestates #bestofthepinetreestate #tlpicks #mainething #fortheloveofmaine #mynewengland #ignewengland #newenglandphotography #natureheals #neverstoptravelling #scenesofnewengland #wheretofindme #travelusa ...

Summer days on Sebec Lake, never disappoint.

Request a guidebook and plan your next lake ...

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Summer days on Sebec Lake, never disappoint. Request a guidebook and plan your next lake visit at the link in our bio. 📸 @midmainechamber . . . . #kennebecvalley #sebeclake #goyourownway #mainething #theforks #hikingbangers #eastcoastcreatives #bpmag #ontheroadagain #unwind #earthoutdoors #inspiredbynature #trysomethingnew #fortheloveofmaine

Summer days on Sebec Lake, never disappoint.

Request a guidebook and plan your next lake visit at the link in our bio. 📸 @midmainechamber
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#kennebecvalley #sebeclake #goyourownway #mainething #theforks #hikingbangers #eastcoastcreatives #bpmag #ontheroadagain #unwind #earthoutdoors #inspiredbynature #trysomethingnew #fortheloveofmaine ...

Person who can guess how many 🌲🌲🌲 are in this photo wins 😆

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Person who can guess how many 🌲🌲🌲 are in this photo wins 😆

Person who can guess how many 🌲🌲🌲 are in this photo wins 😆 ...

Skowhegan Craft Brew Festival

AUGUST FEATURED EVENT

The Skowhegan Craft Brew Festival marks the unofficial close of summer, annually on the Saturday of Labor Day Weekend in historic downtown Skowhegan, Maine.

VIP hour (2-3 p.m.; requires VIP ticket) features specialty brews not available during the general tasting session, and VIP attendees will receive unlimited beverage samples from 2 to 7 p.m., a $5 food voucher, samples from food vendors specializing in local harvest, a souvenir T-shirt and tasting glass, and a swag bag.

Doors open for VIP hour at 1:30 p.m., with VIP food options served from 1:30 to 3 and brews poured from 2 to 3. The general session will begin at 3 and run until 7 p.m.