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.

introducing the 2021 EXPLORER VISTOR GUIDE

Make a plan to go your own way this summer with our FREE 60 page visitor guide filled with all the inspiration and information you need.

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The Summer Events Season is on

More events will be added as they are announced.

Event Location Date
Colby Museum of Art Re-Opening Day Colby College June 4, 2021 Learn More
Maine Free Fishing Days State-wide June 5 and 6, 2021 Learn More
Skowhegan State Fair Skowhegan Fairgrounds August 12 to 21, 2021 Learn More

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Up here 👆, things are a little bit different...

Let's trade saltwater for ...

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Up here 👆, things are a little bit different... Let's trade saltwater for freshwater, skyscrapers for mountainscapes, and cell phone service for atmospheric silence. Visit our bio for your free adventure guide and go your own ✨Maine✨ way. . . . . #goyourownway #beanoutsider #_iloveusa #visittheusa #roadtripsusa #visitthestates #bestofthepinetreestate #tlpicks #mainething #augustamaine #watervillemaine #northernmaine #kennebecriver #mainesucks #explorenewengland #mainestagrammers #fortheloveofmaine #raw_newengland #mynewengland #touristythings #traveltogether #mynewengland #ignewengland #newenglandphotography #natureheals #naturevibes #neverstoptravelling @visitmaine @travelandleisure @mainetourism

Up here 👆, things are a little bit different...

Let's trade saltwater for freshwater, skyscrapers for mountainscapes, and cell phone service for atmospheric silence.

Visit our bio for your free adventure guide and go your own ✨Maine✨ way.
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First food truck stop was in Madison at Mammy's Kitchen! Located at Labonville's, right on...

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First food truck stop was in Madison at Mammy's Kitchen! Located at Labonville's, right on 201, this home-style food truck is a great stop on the Old Canada Scenic Byway. Plus, I got my first lobster roll of the season--who says you can't get good lobster in central Maine? Not us! . . . . #kennebecvalley #kennebecriver #mainestagrammers #fortheloveofmaine #mainesucks #mainething #northernmaine #mynewengland #exploremaine #hiketheeast #bestofmaine #travelbloggersofig #newenglandlife #scenesofnewengland #wheretofindme #adventureawaits #adventurelife #lonelyplanet #travelstoke #mainefoodie #mainefoodtrucks #yelpmaine

First food truck stop was in Madison at Mammy's Kitchen! Located at Labonville's, right on 201, this home-style food truck is a great stop on the Old Canada Scenic Byway. Plus, I got my first lobster roll of the season--who says you can't get good lobster in central Maine? Not us!
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Dog friends are the best adventure buddies! This was our first time visiting Jamies Pond and the ...

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Dog friends are the best adventure buddies! This was our first time visiting Jamies Pond and the trails are super family-friendly and long enough to leave you feeling like you got some exercise! 📍 Jamies Pond, Manchester, Maine ⏳ 1-hour from Portland, Maine 🐶 Dog-friendly 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly . . . . #kennebecvalley #goyourownway #augustamaine #manchestermaine #mainewildlife #adventureon #familytime #hikingwithdogs #mainetrailfinder #maineponds #mainesucks #bestofthepinetreestate #fortheloveofmaine #mainestagrammers #maine_igers #ontheroadagain #unwind #earthoutdoors #inspiredbynature #trysomethingnew

Dog friends are the best adventure buddies! This was our first time visiting Jamies Pond and the trails are super family-friendly and long enough to leave you feeling like you got some exercise!

📍 Jamies Pond, Manchester, Maine
⏳ 1-hour from Portland, Maine
🐶 Dog-friendly
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly
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We want your recs for FOOD TRUCKS in the #KennebecValley region! Drop some favorites in the comments...

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We want your recs for FOOD TRUCKS in the #KennebecValley region! Drop some favorites in the comments 👇👇👇 and stay tuned for food pics all summer long! . . . . . #mainefoodtrucks #mainefoodie #kennebecriver #goyourownway #mainething #yelpmaine #eatlocal #eatmainecheese #riverviews #maineigers #maine_igers #travelnewengland #newenglandvacation #newengland_igers #familyadventures #familytravelblog #eastcoastfoodies #eastcoastadventures #travelideasforyou #fortheloveofmaine

We want your recs for FOOD TRUCKS in the #KennebecValley region! Drop some favorites in the comments 👇👇👇 and stay tuned for food pics all summer long!
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It's mountain biking season in the Kennebec Valley! Who's hitting the trails this week? ...

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It's mountain biking season in the Kennebec Valley! Who's hitting the trails this week? Thanks for the 📸 @iangosselin . . . . . #kennebecvalley #goyourownway #kennebecriver #augustamaine #mainebiking #bikeme #explorenewengland #newenglandlife #207love #maineigers #escapethecity #scenesofmaine #hikemaine #mynewengland #ignewengland #newenglandphotography #natureheals #naturevibes #neverstoptravelling

It's mountain biking season in the Kennebec Valley! Who's hitting the trails this week? Thanks for the 📸 @iangosselin
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The @colbymuseum is opening to the general public June 4th! I'm so excited to walk these ...

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The @colbymuseum is opening to the general public June 4th! I'm so excited to walk these magnificant galleries again! Don't be fooled, we Mainers looove a good art museum 💚 . . . . 📸 @colbymuseum #kennebecvalley #kennebecriver #watervillemaine #watervillecreates #colby #colbycollege #mainething #museumsofmaine #maineart #maineartists #newenglandart #familytravels #vacationideas #newenglandtravel #travelinspirations #tlpicks #arttours #artmuseum #artsinmaine #supportthearts

The @colbymuseum is opening to the general public June 4th! I'm so excited to walk these magnificant galleries again! Don't be fooled, we Mainers looove a good art museum 💚
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What can't you do in the #KennebecValley? Find out on our website!
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What can't you do in the #KennebecValley? Find out on our website! . . . . . #kennebecvalley #goyourownway #kennebecriver #mainething #summervibes #bestofmaine #mynewengland #maine #igersnewengland #travelmaine #vacationland #thewaylifeshouldbe #maine_igers #mainelife #mainemade #visitmaine #scenesofmaine #mainething #maineliving #mainetheway #madeinmaine #exploremaine #lovemaine #go_planet #mainesucks #themainemag #maineoutdoors #newengland

What can't you do in the #KennebecValley? Find out on our website!
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Is this what they mean when they say, "wide open spaces"? I think so.
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Is this what they mean when they say, "wide open spaces"? I think so. . . . . #kennebecvalley #kennebecriver #mainestagrammers #fortheloveofmaine #mainesucks #mainething #northernmaine #mynewengland #exploremaine #hiketheeast #bestofmaine #travelbloggersofig #newenglandlife #scenesofnewengland #wheretofindme #maineoutdoorbrands #beanoutsider #_iloveusa #visittheusa #roadtripsusa #visitthestates #bestofthepinetreestate #tlpicks

Is this what they mean when they say, "wide open spaces"? I think so.
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Give me a 🙋‍♀️ if you've ever seen a moose!

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Give me a 🙋‍♀️ if you've ever seen a moose!

Give me a 🙋‍♀️ if you've ever seen a moose! ...

This retaining wall has over 200 birdhouses on it and don't worry, birds are rarely injured ...

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This retaining wall has over 200 birdhouses on it and don't worry, birds are rarely injured here. Do we want to guess where this is? . . . . #kennebecvalley #goyourownway #mainething #fortheloveofmaine #birdhouse #scenicdrives #findyourpark #ignewengland #neverstoptraveling #inspiredbynature #lonelyplanet

This retaining wall has over 200 birdhouses on it and don't worry, birds are rarely injured here.

Do we want to guess where this is?
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