Northern Forest Canoe Trail Guidebook

"Often referred to as the "Appalachian Trail of the Waterways," the 740-mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) begins in the Adirondacks at its western terminus in Old Forge, New York. then traverses 23 rivers and streams, touches 59 lakes and ponds, connects 45 communities and towns, and crosses more than 65 portages (totaling about 70 miles), before ending at its eastern terminus in Fort Kent, Maine. On the NFCT, opportunities for paddlers are endless, and services are easy to find. You can camp in an Adirondack lean-to, paddle through the High Peaks Wilderness, watch moose from the deep woods of Maine, or run whitewater trips down the Androscoggin River in New Hampshire. Northern Forest Canoe Trail: The Official Guide offers detailed descriptions of each river segment, and paddlers will also find water trail history, profiles of trailside communities and attractions, interviews with trailkeepers, and much more. With this fully updated guidebook you can plan a day trip, weekend getaway, week-long vacation, or an adventure of paddling the trail end-to-end over a month or more. It includes improved tips and details for section paddling and all-new color photos throughout"--

This is the first (and only) comprehensive resource that guides paddlers from the first put-in to the last take-out on the Northern Forest Canoe Trail.The Through-Paddler's Companion documents navigating the 740 mile water trail in its entirety-west to east-from the perspective and unique needs of an expedition paddler or anyone looking for more detailed information while following the official NFCT maps. It provides comprehensive and tactical advice about specific water bodies, including upstream paddling directions, portage (or carry) descriptions and distances, and mileage markers, while offering suggestions for ordinary, yet sometimes elusive matters, such as where one might spend the night. The "Companion" guidebook includes:? 34 consecutive segment descriptions documenting the entire Trail including 160-plus miles of upstream paddling? 25 illustrated maps highlighting challenging trail sections ? Details about every portage (or carry) with recommendations about how "wheelable" each may be? Statistics about average paddle times ? Tips for planning daily mileage goals? Lists of services found along the TrailThe Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) begins in the Adirondacks at its western terminus in Old Forge, New York, ending at the eastern terminus in Fort Kent, Maine. It traverses 23 rivers and streams, 59 lakes and ponds, connects 45 communities and towns, and includes more than 65 portages, totaling about 70 miles. The NFCT is recognized as the preeminent water trail by the American Canoe Association and has been named "America's Best Canoe Trail" by Outside magazine and a "Best East Coast Adventure" by Canoe and Kayak.

Second Edition Now Available The Northern Forest Canoe Trail Through-Paddler's Companion is the first comprehensive resource guiding paddlers from the first put-in to the last take-out on the 740-mile long water trail. This fully updated guide is a must-have resource for aspiring Through-Paddlers or for any paddler looking for additional Northern Forest Canoe Trail details. The second edition has been revised and improved, featuring five additional maps, expanded coverage of the Missisquoi River and updated portage, camping and services information. Named in 2011 as America's Best Canoe Trail by Outside Magazine and sometimes referred to as the "Appalachian Trail of the Waterways," the Northern Forest Canoe Trail (NFCT) begins in the Adirondacks at its western terminus in Old Forge, New York, ending at the eastern terminus in Fort Kent, Maine. It traverses 22 rivers and streams, 58 lakes and ponds, passes through 45 towns and villages, and requires 63 portages, totaling 53 miles. The Northern Forest Canoe Trail Through-Paddler's Companion documents navigating the Trail in its entirety-west to east from the perspective and unique needs of an expedition paddler or anyone looking for more detailed information while following the official NFCT maps. It provides comprehensive and tactical advice about specific water bodies, including upstream paddling directions, portage (or carry) descriptions and distances, and mileage markers, while offering suggestions for ordinary, yet sometimes elusive matters, such as where one might spend the night. The "Companion" guidebook includes: - 35 consecutive segment descriptions documenting the entire Trail including 160-plus miles of upstream paddling - 25 illustrated maps highlighting challenging trail sections - Details about every portage (or carry) with recommendations about how "wheelable" each may be - Statistics about average paddle times - Tips for planning daily mileage goals - Lists of services found along the Trail www.nfctpaddler.com

Covering the Saranac Lakes, St. Regis Wilderness Area, Santa Clara Tract, Five Ponds Wilderness, Whitney Wilderness, Raquette River & Cranberry Lake Wild Forest.

For people planning an Allagash trip, The Allagash Guide provides information about what to take, how much time you will need, where to start, what to do about your vehicle, campsites and much more. The equipment and food lists in the book are extensive and will allow youto make up your own lists with the confidence that nothing needed will be left behind. This book will make you an Allagash expert the first time out.

The 740-mile Northern Forest Canoe Trail is the largest inland water trail in the United States. The trail follows the traditional travel routes of Native Americans, including the Wabanaki and Iroquois, as well as their Paleo-Indian ancestors. Beginning in Old Forge, New York, and ending in Fort Kent, Maine, the NFCT encompasses 58 lakes and ponds, 22 rivers and streams, 62 portages totaling more than 55-miles. With just over 347 miles, Maine is home to more of the trail than any other state and it is the wildest, least populated section. The Canoe Trail in Maine includes Umbagog, Moosehead, Rangeley, Flagstaff, Chesuncook, and Chamberlain Lakes, as well as the entire 92-mile Allagash Wilderness Waterway. This is a guide for doers, as well as dreamers. Practical information on paddling, gear, safety, plus maps will help you get started; and the beautiful photography will inspire you to prepare and help you stay motivated until it’s time to head out. A paddle on the Canoe Trail is a trip through time as canoeists and kayakers discover the rich Native American and forestry history of the region, pockets of pristine wilderness, and an abundance of wildlife, including moose, bear, deer, beaver, bald eagles, and loons. It’s the backwoods paddling experience of a lifetime.