Come for a 3 day trek on the Appalachian Trail and experience one of the most talked-about and more difficult sections of the Maine AT. With views into Canada and New Hampshire, mountain top ponds for swimming, rock scrambles to climb, and sunrises and sunsets that inspire, this trek packs a punch.

Covering roughly 30 miles and around 5,000 feet of elevation gain, this trek is perfect for intermediate backpackers, and a welcoming challenge for those who have not yet backpacked, but have experience in hiking difficult and rocky terrain. After the hike, cool off by rafting class IV whitewater on the Kennebec River; the perfect level of adrenaline for beginners and fun for seasoned paddlers as well.

Lodging includes 1 night in an upscale hiker hostel, 2 nights of tent camping along the trail, 1 night at an AT-famous off grid cabin camp, and 1 night at the whitewater outfitter in a comfortable cabin with full amenities.

This trip includes guest pickup and drop off in Portland, ME and PWM airport, all transportation and lodging within trip dates, some meals including a seaside lobster lunch on day one, and an experienced licensed guide for the full trip.

NOTE: Backpacking gear and trail meals not included.

COST: $1400/pp ($500 non-refundable deposit)

Trip Itinerary:  

Thursday 8/14: Guest pickup in Portland, ME and a seaside lobster lunch, afternoon drive to Carrabassett Valley

Friday 8/15: Bigelows backpacking 5.1 miles

Saturday 8/16: Bigelows backpacking 12.8 miles

Sunday 8/17: Bigelows backpacking 10.9 miles

Monday 8/18: Whitewater rafting day

Tuesday 8/19: Guest drop offs in Portland, ME

Questions? email adventure@gomountainconnect.com

Once you RSVP to this event, we will get you connected to our Trip Operator Jackie for this trip to make your payment!