Paddling Film Festival

See the best recent paddling films during the NFCT tour

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Discovery Awaits

Northern Forest Canoe Trail links the waterways of New York, Vermont, Québec, New Hampshire and Maine.

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Celebrate Paddling in Saranac Lake

Outfitters and guides are hosting more than 40 paddling activities during June in Saranac Lake, New York

 

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Trail Fund

Your donations will support stewardship projects taking place across the trail this summer

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Explore the Northern Forest

Enjoy quiet waters, quaint communities and cozy accommodations along our 740-mile route. Whether you are an avid paddler looking for a wilderness experience or a novice looking to get started close to town, we have the trip for you.

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Thru-Paddle

Info for the adventure of a lifetime

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Northern Forest Explorers

Youth summer trips in the beautiful Northern Forest

Trail Updates

Check back regularly for our most recent updates about trail conditions and improvements to trail infrastructure.

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Partner Services

We partner with organizations and businesses that offer services and products along the trail and throughout the Northern Forest.

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Suggested Paddling Trips

There are literally hundreds of trips you can do on the Northern Forest Canoe Trail. Here’s a sampling of some of the best.

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Sponsors

This web site was made possible through a grant from the Maine Outdoor Heritage Fund.

The Northern Forest Canoe Trail is generously supported by the outdoor industry and businesses throughout the Northern Forest and North America.

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