'Round the Mountain Set for May 10

Join us in Saranac Lake for the kick-off to our Adirondack Race Series.

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ROAR Set for June 20-22

Registration for the second annual Rangeley Oquossoc Adventure Rendezvous is live!

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Hone Skills, Gain Confidence

Registration is open for the 2025 Adirondack Paddling Symposium, June 13-16 in Saranac Lake, NY.

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Waterway Work Trips

Join our stewardship crew for a weekend of work and play. Space is limited!

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Get FarOut This Summer

The NFCT partners with FarOut Guides to offer a versatile trail app to help plan, map your adventures.

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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.

Stewardship

Learn how we take care of your canoe trail.

Events & Activities

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Plan a Trip

Find your adventure on the NFCT.

Sponsors

This website 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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