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Water
T
he Maine Highlands’ geography
is dominated by inland
waterways. Serene lakes
and ponds, lazy rivers, and
gushing whitewater rapids all offer
opportunities to explore by boat, raft,
canoe, kayak, or personal watercraft.
The Maine Highlands contains part of a
much larger system of interconnected
waterways that stretches hundreds
of miles beyond the state and offers
countless day-long and multi-day
adventures. Miles of remote lakes and
rivers are perfect for paddling, camping
at the water’s edge, and observing
wildlife, including eagles and moose.
For those who like a thrill, one of
the most technical stretches of
whitewater in New England is found
on the Penobscot River. And for
recreational boaters and fishermen,
Lincoln and Moosehead offer easy
access and plenty of open water.
BOAT LAUNCHES
For a list of public boat
launches in Maine, see
maine.gov/dacf/boatlaunches.
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