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Flashing Moose river camping

96%

· Caratunk, Somerset, Maine

1 acre hosted by Erik P.

1 RV/tent site

Erik is a Star Host

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Learn more about this land: We are set high on the piney east bank of the Kennebec River. The view is of the setting sun over the untouched hillsides on the opposite bank or the rising sun illuminating and bringing to life that same hillside while you take your first peak of morning. The river rushes by, not a house to be seen. In the distance a loon frolics and sings out it's soulful call. Bald eagles soar over head, fishing, scanning the river valley. Owls hooting in the valley, come closer in the night to see who is still up. There is an echo in the darkness, works during the day too. The stars blaze overhead in the night sky, watch "satellites" track across heavens and the Aurora Borealis, if you are lucky and still up around the camp fire. It is here in front of our camp, where The Kennebec River continues to flow but begins slowing down, stacking up depth behind the Moscow Dam and turning into Wyman Lake, 14 miles of the most scenic boating or paddling you can imagine. 200 yards north of the camp, The Appalachian Trail crosses the river, watch hikers waiting for the famous canoe ferry crossing. Or, hike a section of the trail, Pierce Pond is a healthy 2 hr hike from the camp, to a pristine pond for a remote dip or some fishing. Bring that kayak or stand up paddle board, the river is fun right here, explore for an hour, a day or days. Whitewater rafting, kayaking and canoeing are huge in West Forks, (10 minutes North up 201, watch out for deer and moose) you'll paddle The Dead, The Kennebec and the Penobscot rivers, all the major tour companies are very local and there are cool bars and restaurants. You can tube down from the Forks right to the cabin in a couple of hours. We have a big Glamping tent on the property too, that is listed for rent separately on air bnb as The Duck Flashing Moose Glamping on the Kennebec, rent it too if you want the whole space for friends or the place all to yourselves.Right on the Kennebec River with a pristine undeveloped view of nature. This is basic camping but the setting is amazing. We are right on the water so prepare for water sports like canoeing, Kayaking, bring a boat if you have one, paddle board, fish, pan for gold. You should hike a section of the Appalachian trail, it crosses just up river, hike into Moxie Falls. We are locally famous for the Class III-IV rapids so raft, kayak or canoe on the Dead River, the Upper Kennebec, the Penobscot rivers. You may be sharing the property with renters of our brand new 2023 Glamping tent or you could rent both spots and have room for friends or the place all to your self.

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96%

34 ratings · 27 reviews

Becca M.doesn't recommend

July 8, 2024

Flashing Moose Camping

Over all not a bad experience, one campsite is on two different booking sites, so you run into over booking and as private as I would have liked

Hannah S.recommends

July 3, 2024

Flashing Moose Camping

We loved camping on Erik’s land! There was plenty of flat space to park our car, which we slept in. Besides hearing the neighbors from time to time, it felt extremely private. The first night of our stay, there was another group staying on the land as well, in the glamping tent. With both of us there, it was definitely a bit cramped, but for the price and the view, we weren’t bothered. I’d check air bnb to see if the glamping tent is rented before you go so you know what you’re getting into.

Jim D.recommends

June 27, 2024

Flashing Moose Camping

Beautiful peaceful setting! My camper fit easily onto the property.

Tyler C.recommends

June 17, 2024

Flashing Moose Camping

Amazing site! Clean, quiet, right on the water. Definitely remember to bring bug spray but other than that, the site was perfect!

Luke A.recommends

May 28, 2024

Flashing Moose Camping

Great spot! Erik was great and responsive. Will definitely come back.

Douglas O.recommends

April 9, 2024

Flashing Moose Camping

Missed it

Didnt make it out because of work emergency. Hope to make it to the site another time

Location

Caratunk, Somerset, Maine, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Wabanaki (Dawnland Confederacy), N’dakina (Abenaki / Abénaquis), and Nanrantsouak First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking