"Thanks for an amazing adventure. 11 Wild Women rafting! Thank goodness we got the DVD because no one would believe we really did it. We had a blast. You run a class operation. All of your guides were hospitable and respectful. The whole adventure was perfect."
Lee-Ann G., Portsmouth. NH

"I want to tell you what a great time we had with your rafting company. Everything was so well organized, so thorough, well prepared, no short cuts taken, so much fun and fully worth the price in all ways. I don't find myself saying that much these days but I say it freely regarding Magic Falls and your staff. Thank you for treating us as guests and yet friends at the same time."
Richard T, Chester County, PA

"I just had to let you know that the crew from Johnny’s Selected Seeds had an AWESOME time on Friday, June 15th! Out of the six of us, four had never been white water rafting before and we all loved it! I can speak for myself and tell you I could easily be addicted to rafting! The weather was unbelievable. The lunch was really good and our guide, Chris was fantastic! We will request him again. I do believe we may book again in the fall. I don’t think I can wait until next year! :) Thanks again!"
Cathy P., Winslow, ME

"Thank you, David and Donna for the excellent time we had last weekend, it was the best time ever! Want to do it again in the fall. Thank you so much again, it was great seeing you."
Andy M.

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Dead River Whitewater Rafting

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Dead River

 

The Dead River's spring runoff and heavy water releases make for the best wild whitewater adventure in New England. You'll cascade down 15 miles of almost continuous class II-V whitewater, in rapids like Spencer Rips, Hayden's Landing, Elephant Rock, the Mine Field and the infamous Poplar Falls, the longest continuous rapid in Maine. The ride is exhilarating. There are only a few release days available, and they quickly fill up, so make your reservations early.  The 2013 Big Water releases are scheduled for May 4 and 11, (7,000 cfs) May 26 (5500 cfs), June 1 (5000 cfs), June 8 (3500 cfs), September 1 (5500 cfs) and 14 (3500 cfs) and the grand finale on October 5 (6000 cfs). Check out our Dead River Release rates.

(MAgic Falls in the only company with base camp and take out on the Dead River. Minimum Age: 12 years.)

Dead River Summer Family Whitewater Rafting Adventure

The summer brings warmer weather and milder water on the Dead, a more technical river. This trip is great for adults who want to raft intermediate whitewater and it's also great for younger kids! This trip will offer you lots of fun-filled whitewater and is one of our most popular trips! It's also priced right for large groups and families. This is not a big whitewater experience!  The 2013 summer releases are scheduled for June 9 (2400cfs), July 20 (2400 cfs) and  August 10 (2400 cfs).

(Minimum Age: 10 years.)

Sport Boats - Whitewater Rafts

A sport boat is a 13-foot long raft, the smallest the State of Maine allows on the Dead River. These rafts are very responsive especially on lower water flows, so you can surf and play in the smaller rapids. Magic Falls Rafting Company was the first company to offer this kind of trip.

Add $10.00 per person to price of regular trip.

We try our hardest to offer the highest quality river experience at the lowest possible prices available. 

Group discounts: available for church groups, youth groups, boy scouts, company groups, families and friends.

Contact Magic Falls Maine Whitewater Rafting Company to plan your outdoor adventure on the Kennebec River, or Dead River and spend your vacation whitewater rafting in Maine!  Book on-line  or complete our Maine white water rafting trip planning form to receive a detailed price quote via email or call 1-800-207-7238.

Maine White Water Report [Updated 6/19/2013]

Kennebec River

66500 CFS 10 am to midnight
8000 CFS July 8
60 water temperature

CFS-Cubic Feet per second Remember-During most of June wetsuits are mandatory. On dam controlled rivers, water flows are subject to change with weather and operations at the dam. Always use caution when recreating below dams as water levels could change abruptly and without notice.

Dead River

3500 CFS Sat. July 20

high 50's water temperature

CFS= Cubic Feet Per Second With the chilly water, wetsuits are mandatory. The Dead is the longest, continuous stretch of Class III-V whitewater in the East. Always use caution when recreating below dams as water levels could change without notice.