Crab Apple Whitewater

3 Lake Moxie Road, The Forks, ME 04985

800-553-7238

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Ranked #1 of 2 attractions in The Forks

24 Reviews

Type: Boat Tours

Owner description: Family owned and operated since 1983, Crab Apple Whitewater, Inc. offers over twenty different whitewater rafting adventures on rivers in Maine,... more » Owner description: Family owned and operated since 1983, Crab Apple Whitewater, Inc. offers over twenty different whitewater rafting adventures on rivers in Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont. Our whitewater rafting trips range from mild, family rafting, geared for kids ages 5 and older, to WILD river adventures. Whitewater rafting, inflatable kayaking, and paintball offer great options to craft a unique and outstanding adventure experience. Comfortable overnight lodging, pub and restaurant complete the amenities at our Maine location. Join us as we celebrate over 30 years of whitewater outfitting in New England.

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Marianne M

Concord, Massachusetts

1 review

1 helpful vote

“James is the best guide!”

Reviewed June 14, 2013 NEW

We planned a family/friend group to head up north. The drive was amazing and the trip only got better when we arrived at Crab Apple in The Forks, Maine. We checked in, checked out our rooms, about a million times better than I had imagined. It was quiet cozy and peaceful and far from roughing it. Next stop the bar... More

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Thanks for writing about "Big James". He is a great guy and our family business is lucky to have him and others that love what they do! Crab Apple Whitewater is run by family and our guide staff is our extended family. Glad you enjoyed your trip - tell your friends and we'll see next trip. More

LKL

Wahoo, Nebraska

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12 reviews

Reviews in 8 cities

6 helpful votes

“We had a blast with this well run organization!”

Reviewed June 6, 2013

We stayed over and white water rafted with this well run outfit. Rooms were cabin like but very clean with very comfortable beds. They served a great buffett breakfast the next morning. We were fitted for wetsuits and instructed with valuable information before we started. ur ride was fantastic and Our guide Jmaes took good care of us. we had... More

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Thanks for taking the time to tell others about our family business, Crab Apple Whitewater. You were lucky to have James as a guide - he is exceelent at what he does. Glad you appreciated and mentioned the organization and preparedness of our trips and staff. We work hard to be a well oiled machine. See you next trip!! More

anniealpine

Milton

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3 reviews

Reviews in 3 cities

1 helpful vote

“This is the company to raft with!”

Reviewed June 6, 2013

3 generations rafted together on June 1st and it was a fantastiuc experience. From the moment we pulled into the parking lot to the moment we left the Crab Apple team was surperb. I had my Dad who was 75, my 16 year old daughter and my 12 year old son and everyone enjoyed it the same. The water was... More

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Thanks for the great feedback about Crab Apple and your river guide, Wade. He has been part of our staff for a LONG time and he is amongst the best on the river. We love the three generation family trips. It is so cool to see grandparents enjoying thrills with the next two generations. Trips like that make lasting memories... More

michaelmoz

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9 reviews

3 attraction reviews

Reviews in 8 cities

6 helpful votes

“Beautiful and exhilarating way to see The Forks!”

Reviewed September 9, 2012

Solid crew with lighthearted attitudes did an awesome job from beginning to end ensuring we all had fun and were safe. Jason rocked as a guideand kept us from flipping (after we tube stood!). Walking right across the street after the pull out at the end was key. No damp bus ride back :) Hope to make it back soon.

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Thanks for writing in about our family business. We try and make sure everyone gets treated well and has a great ride down the river. Jason, as you noted, is a great guide and represents our family so well year after year. Hardworking guides with great presonalities make Crab Apple what is has become after 30 years on the river.... More

rsskow

Skowhegan

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45 reviews

4 attraction reviews

Reviews in 17 cities

12 helpful votes

“Dead River high water release”

Reviewed September 4, 2012

Crab Apple Whitewater is the best company in The Forks for rafting. We had the best time and a great guide. The high water release was a lot of fun. Some real nice waves and a sunny day to top it off. The lunch back at the base was outstanding.

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You are so right - the Dead River is a great ride! Thanks for sending in a review `and letting folks know that the Dead and Crab Apple make for an awesome vacation. See you next trip! More

dakotanate

tyngsboro, Ma.

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5 reviews

Reviews in 4 cities

3 helpful votes

“White water trip”

Reviewed August 28, 2012 via mobile

The best outfitter in new england went with others none compare. They have everything onsite cottages to stay in restaurant lounge guides are great friendly knowledgeable most from area alot of fun took my 12 year old treated him great my 3rd time back already planning on next year.

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Thanks for writing a review and mostly Thank You for coming back 3 times and trusting us to make sure your 12 yr old son had a safe and thrilling ride down the river. Our family loves showing other families our beautiful and exciting rivers - glad you and your son love it as much as we do. See you... More

Jackie G

Revere, Massachusetts

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3 reviews

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“Crab Apple is Awesome!! Super FUN!!”

Reviewed August 27, 2012

Crab Apple Whitewater is a great rafting outfitter. Every single staff member is super friendly and you feel so welcomed from the moment you drive in. The trip was so much fun from start to finish. They start off with a safety session so you know what to do in all possible scenarios. You are fitted in a life jacket... More

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Thank you for writing a great review of our family business. Fun and safety - you captured what we are all about at Crab Apple. And we are lucky to have guides like Jason who love showing rafters the beautiful Kennebec River. See you next summer. More

shawna m

Manchester, New Hampshire

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3 reviews

3 attraction reviews

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1 helpful vote

“Great Weekend Trip!”

Reviewed August 26, 2012

We went to Crab Apple in Maine in August for a whitewater rafting trip. We went on the Kennebec River trip and it was so much fun! Our river guide was Sarah and she was great, gave us information along the way, answered all our questions. The rapids are fun and they get you right in the middle of them,... More

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Thank you for your nice review of Crab Apple. Sounds like everything worked out - lodging, free breakfast, a great guide (Sarah), good rapids and a hearty cookout after the trip. Glad it all worked out! See you next summer. More

October141066

Washington DC

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33 reviews

Reviews in 59 cities

14 helpful votes

“Way to go Chuck”

Reviewed August 19, 2012

I normally stick to writing restaurant reviews and even though we ate here, we primarily came to take a half day rafting trip, go on a "moose safari" and then stay the night. Not everything was perfect but we spent substantial time with the owner, Chuck, and met a lot of the staff. Rarely does one see such dedication to... More

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Right you are - and thanks for writing a review. Chuck and Sharyn Peabody started Crab Apple 30 years ago and their daily dedication to customer care is what sets Crab Apple apart. The concept of a family business is tough and we are dedicated to making it work and having our staff and guests join our family each day... More

VICMAD

Massachusetts

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10 reviews

3 attraction reviews

Reviews in 8 cities

4 helpful votes

“Whole lot of fun!”

Reviewed August 14, 2012

This was our 2nd trip to The Forks to whitewater raft. We had another fantastic time. Crabapple does it right and I highly recommend staying on their property. Restaraunt and bar on site along with the river. Easy walk to small store for ice, etc. Free breakfast buffet included with room. Simple but just enough. Hit it!

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Psyched to have you come back for another trip and enjoy our riverside location. We have such a convenient set-up right on the river with the restaurant, bar, pool, etc. Hope you come back for trip #3 - try the Dead River if you haven't done that one yet. It is awesome! More