Maine River Runners LLC
Maine River Runners LLC is a paddling school in Bethel.
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- Disciplines
- Lessons, Kayaking
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- RRich Carney· a month ago
So me and my family have used Julie and River Runners over the past few years, we have lost track of how many times (well over 10). First, the equipment, pricing, river placements (in/out) and shuttle are perfect, safe and great quality. Second, Julie and her staff are great. They give quality instructions, advice, wildlife sightings, how the river is running (etc) that provides awesome insight and detail. Third, this trip and the nature is amazing! Well worth it! Gets the teens off their phones and they will have a great time. I highly recommend Julie and River Runners, and will absolutely be back again soon!!
- MMarissa Otfinoski· 2 years ago
Outstanding experience for a second year. It has been a summer tradition in the making. We love that you end the river trip at your car. The convenience of ending the day to change right at your belongings is key. We loved the river experience bringing our own lunch and beverages and stopping on the bank to enjoy the nature. The water temp was perfect and flowing. We did the 4 hour trip. It was ideal with kiddos ages 7-10. The owners are knowledgeable, friendly and attentive to details. We can’t wait for another trip through River Runners. Oh and the support staff at the end bringing the canoes back up to the garage work their tails off. Love the hustle and work ethic they brought !! Well done!!
- BBen Sandy· 3 weeks ago
We had the best day tubing with Maine River Runners. The staff were so friendly and helpful and we had so much fun on the river. We'll be back!
- CClaire Adamski (BootsandPaddles)· 2 years ago
Stumbled upon Maine River Runners on a beautiful Friday afternoon without a reservation. We called Julie and she was able to get us in last minute! We kayaked down the river and it was breathtaking. The water is extremely refreshing and literally has sparkles running in it! There’s also a sandy island that you can easily get out at and do some swimming. It stays entertaining the whole way and you even get to catch some rapids. Thanks for such an amazing day!
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Typical flow by month
1964 to 2026
The water at Maine River Runners LLC typically runs highest in April, at a median 369 cfs, and lowest in September, at 28 cfs. The highest flow on record for any single day is 12,600 cfs, in 2024.
| Month | Typical (cfs) | Usual range (cfs) | Relative level |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69 | 49 to 105 | |
| February | 57 | 41 to 91 | |
| March | 112 | 63 to 217 | |
| April | 369 | 223 to 648 | |
| May | 237 | 154 to 413 | |
| June | 86 | 58 to 145 | |
| July | 42 | 26 to 80 | |
| August | 31 | 19 to 63 | |
| September | 28 | 17 to 50 | |
| October | 61 | 36 to 128 | |
| November | 115 | 68 to 202 | |
| December | 91 | 63 to 152 |
Typical is the median of each month’s daily median values, and the usual range runs from the median 25th to the median 75th percentile, across about 62 years of record. Statistics published by the US Geological Survey for Wild River at Gilead, Maine (site 01054200). Conditions on any given day can fall well outside the usual range. Check the current reading before you go.
Current conditions
Streamflow
27 cfs
Normal (47th)
Water level
1.22 ft
High today
63°F
Wind
5 kt
Gusts 10 kt
Rain chance
0%
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Forecast from Open-Meteo global models (NOAA & ECMWF).
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