Maine Sport Outfitters
Maine Sport Outfitters
4.5
Gear Rentals • Hiking & Camping Tours • Stand Up Paddleboarding • Kayaking & Canoeing
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Maine Sport Outfitters is committed to providing quality products, exceptional service and dynamic programs that inspire a lifelong passion for the outdoors through experience, education and outreach. With 35,000 square feet of great products spread over three floors in our Rockport, Maine location and even more gear in our satellite store in Camden, Maine, Maine Sport Outfitters offers something for everyone. We facilitate guided trips and tours both on land and on water and offer a wide variety of professional development courses, such as Maine Guide training and team building workshops. Maine Sport Outfitters also oversees the Maine Island Lodge on Muscongus Bay. This westerly facing lodge has access to some of the best paddling on the coast and has all the amenities to make your island experience a memorable one. This “off-the-grid” island lodge comes complete with accommodations for up to 12 guests, bedding, meals, hot showers and significant shore frontage for exploring.
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SGLMinneapolis
11 contributions
Aug 2022
My husband and I had a fantastic tour with Cam. It was a rainy day, so maybe others stayed away? Their loss. Within 5-10 mins, we were on our way after some basic instruction--we were newbies after all. With Cam's help, we saw loons, seals, osprey and a massive eagle's nest. The harbor wasn't super busy, but we really appreciated how Cam gave us just enough direction to keep us on track and out of the way of the boats. We had a good conversation about the area, and we loved Cam's stories about the residents and visitors alike--quite entertaining. We really enjoyed our nearly 2 hours on the water and would highly recommend the tour!
Written August 27, 2022
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Badmash66
Chapel Hill, NC22 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
Really great Camden harbor tour. The tour guides, a couple of college kids, were fantastic—funny, knowledgeable, and patient. Highly recommended…beautiful views.
Written August 5, 2022
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Danny N
Chicago12 contributions
Jun 2022
Had an outstanding 2 hour harbor tour! Bill, our guide, was excellent -- first time on a sea kayak and can't wait to do it again.
Written June 19, 2022
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Jen B
Lewisburg2 contributions
May 2022
Kayak rental was a breeze. The staff member even helped me troubleshoot how I could get the kayak back up on the car at the end of my paddle since I wasn't so sure I could do it without him. They have SO MANY THINGS in their store. I honestly could spend hours there looking and salivating over the equipment. Would definitely recommend!
Written June 1, 2022
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CamdenLuvr
Jefferson21 contributions
Oct 2021
Amazing people, good products, so so selection...
I wish they would sell more interesting brands of gear. Some European or international brands for ski gear like Bogner, Obermeyer, Canada Goose, Nobis or Goldberg would be really great.
Much of their inventory is the same as what is sold in Freeport and it is a lot cheaper in Freeport.
Did I mention the people are awesome? Bike shop has the greatest ... even if there's a mix up they fix it quick.
I wish they would sell more interesting brands of gear. Some European or international brands for ski gear like Bogner, Obermeyer, Canada Goose, Nobis or Goldberg would be really great.
Much of their inventory is the same as what is sold in Freeport and it is a lot cheaper in Freeport.
Did I mention the people are awesome? Bike shop has the greatest ... even if there's a mix up they fix it quick.
Written October 20, 2021
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teb4s
Boston, MA82 contributions
Sep 2021
Five stars from beginning to end. Easy to make a reservation, file consent form, check-in at the dock, suit-up and launch. The trip through Camden harbor and around the island and lighthouse is wonderful. No better way to view Camden and the surrounding hills. Our guide, Hannah, exceptional! She's knowledgeable, experienced, and went out of her way to assist everyone and ensure a safe trip.... delightfully engaging and friendly throughout the entire time. Highly recommended, no better way to enjoy a sunny afternoon,
Written September 22, 2021
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Joan G
7 contributions
Sep 2021 • Couples
Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Took kayaks to a nearby lake at their recommendation. Just a gorgeous paddle, despite the fog and mist. They had everything to put the kayaks on the car and helped us get them loaded. Would definitely rent from them again.
Written September 20, 2021
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Serena G
23 contributions
Aug 2020
For a beginner's level with kayaking, I thought that the experience could've gone a little more swiftly. It was a beautiful view overlooking the Bay and the lighthouse with all the boats around it. However, I didn't like how the docking area was small and by a bunch of boats both big and small that you had to manuever and make sure you were not going to get hit! The tour guide Bill was very friendly and tried to have everyone keep up but I think it would've been nice having a second guide to help you along when the waves were really picking up by the lighthouse area. I love kayaking but I think is better in calm waters vs. a Bay or ocean with a lot of waves. It wasn't a very relaxing experience but more of a workout.
Also it would be nice if it was more clear where the docking area was as it's confusing thinking it's at the store vs. at the Camden Harbor.
Also it would be nice if it was more clear where the docking area was as it's confusing thinking it's at the store vs. at the Camden Harbor.
Written August 26, 2020
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Lori B
4 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
So disappointing when you show up for your kayaking tour, sign in, told to be back 15 minutes before tour will begin, grab a quick lunch, go back with 5 minutes to spare, wait...wait some more...and then told that they canceled the tour because rain is in the forecast...btw, it never rained!! We had cut our hike short, gulped our food down, rushed over, only to be told kayaking wasn’t going to happen...not very professional.
Written August 21, 2020
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Lana M
21 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
My husband and I chose the Camden Harbor tour hoping for scenery and some exercise. What a great way to do both. Our tour guide was Cameron. He clearly and thoroughly Went over all these safety and kayak instruction without making it half the tour. We were concerned that the safety and kayak instruction would take up half the tour as another reviewer said as much, but that was absolutely NOT the case. We still had plenty of time on the water. Cameron was the perfect guide for us. He was laid back, yet watchful of his tourists and mindful of nature. It was nice to be out there with such a knowledgeable guide and not have to worry about boat traffic or where to go. He had it all under relaxing control. We were lucky enough to see a harbor seal as well as a majestic bald eagle! The landscape is just beautiful. Setting up the tour was a breeze. We did it all on the phone and online. We can’t recommend this tour enough and Cameron is the man.
We like it so much we went back and rented lake kayaks on the lake. Again, easy set up, they helped us to put the equipment on the car and we were off. We didn’t feel the need for a guide in the Lake. We didn’t see any out there either. No need. I will say that we rented the kayaks last minute so we had no choice but to rent the tandem ocean kayak. Just know that if that is what you are renting they are heavy to get up in your roof. I recommend putting it on your car when you rent it without their help to make sure you can do it when you’re out on your own. Excellent place to do all of the above.
We like it so much we went back and rented lake kayaks on the lake. Again, easy set up, they helped us to put the equipment on the car and we were off. We didn’t feel the need for a guide in the Lake. We didn’t see any out there either. No need. I will say that we rented the kayaks last minute so we had no choice but to rent the tandem ocean kayak. Just know that if that is what you are renting they are heavy to get up in your roof. I recommend putting it on your car when you rent it without their help to make sure you can do it when you’re out on your own. Excellent place to do all of the above.
Written August 10, 2020
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Hello! Do you guys have bike tours?
Maine Sport Outfitters
Rockport, ME2 contributions
Hi there, thanks for your inquiry! We offer guided road bike and mountain bike tours. These trips are perfect for beginner and intermediate riders looking for a guided bike tour that explores the coastline, lakes, rivers, and mountains that make up the local area. All itineraries are 3 hours in length and begin at Maine Sport Outfitters' flagship store location in Rockport, Maine. Visit our website to learn more!
