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October 2023 by Henry M.
TLDR: Super fun rafting experience, difficult to find the lodging area, lunch provided was yummy. Would definitely do this again. We had a party of 12 staying at the Airbnb lodging from Friday to Sunday and participated in the rafting on Saturday. Weather is hard to plan for but in August, it felt like the chances of warm/hot weather would be decent. Unlucky for us, it was quite cloudy and chilly-hovering 60's. Rafting Experience 5/5 - Everybody had a great time!! Strapped on helmet and lifejackets to start the day and then took a bus up the river. Each boat had a 'guide' and our guide (Bryan/"Viking") was awesome. He told us great stories and facts throughout the ride and helped carefully steer us through some intense rapids. The last.. maybe half hour.. of the rafting was fairly quiet and not intense at all. This would've been fine if it was hot and sunny but the weather was super cloudy, chilly, and windy. Not ideal when you're drenched. Airbnb Lodging 3/5 - Plenty of clean beds that could fit a large party. They also had a large dining room table and an open kitchen. We were not able to get Wi-Fi unfortunately and the tv didn't connect to anything. Not a fan of the carpet flooring in one of the two bathrooms. Food 5/5 - They served lunch right after the rafting experience and the food was great!! We had the option of beef, chicken, and vegetarian. Came with rice pilaf, coleslaw, bread roll, and a slice of cake. Everything was yummy, some folks were able to get seconds as any leftovers were going to be tossed. Service 5/5 - Staff were all super friendly and happy to help. Knowing we're not from the area, they tried to offer us solutions to any problems we ran into. Great group of folks to work with. Location.. 1/5 - We had a huge group (3 cars) going up from Boston after work on a Friday (about 4.5-5hr drive) so we all got to the area very late at night. The drive wasn't that bad but finding the Airbnb Lodging was very difficult. Since it was after work hours, late at night, nobody picked up when we tried calling for assistance. There are just not enough guidance around the area to show customers where to park or how to find their lodging. We had to circle the site a few times before we realized where the building was. On our second night, we encountered a couple that were lost and had trouble looking for their lodging area.
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October 2023 by Crystal Gutierrez
We had Doug as our guide and he was fantastic! Very knowledgeable and kept us safe down the river. The whole staff was extremely kind and very attentive! We originally booked a cabin but decided to switch to their lodge the day of the stay and they made it extremely easy to do. There’s also a brewery 8 minutes from the lodge!
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October 2023 by Jessica Dunn
DOUG IS THE MAN! He’s awesome! Best rafting experience ever! The whole trip was wholesome and personable. We had a blast! Thank you magic falls!
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September 2023 by Steve Vitale
3rd year coming and never disappointed. New ownership has not missed a beat and would never know it changed. Can't wait to see what improvements are made when we come back next year. Keep up the great work!
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September 2023 by T. L.
Magic Falls just recently switched owners whom we met. Very nice owner that plans on updating the grounds throughout the year. I see a very bright and accommodating future for this establishment. Employees were friendly and welcoming, from the preregistration up until check out.
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September 2023 by Niraj Kaji
Had the BEST guide ever today (Senior.). Full of life, tales and importantly experience on the river, I felt confident taking my family (including a skittish 12 year old) along. At the end, all smiles from both the kids. And calling ahead, they accommodated the specials needs within my family's diet. Kudos Magic River!!!
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September 2023 by Jennifer Nelson
I’ve rafted with Magic Falls 3 times and am never disappointed! The guides are friendly, helpful, and enthusiastic. The post-rafting BBQ is so tasty. And the camping is convenient, as it’s right on site. Would recommend to anyone and everyone!
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August 2023 by Christopher Amerault
It's now an annual trip for my group (6 years). Staff is friendly, welcoming and accommodating. It's a trip we look forward to every summer. Dave and Donna will be missed, but looking forward to the coming years as well!! Great Kennebec runs, excellent river guides......if there was an option for 10 stars, I'd choose it.
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July 2023 by William Glover
This is great! My Scout Troop goes almost every year. Excellent rafting, highly qualified guides. Wonderful group events, including the option to camp overnight the night before the rafting.
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July 2023 by Chris A.
THis was our 6th year in a row heading up to the Forks and the Magic Falls Rafting team. They never disappoint. We have a blast from the time we pull in until the time we pass the birdhouses and are treated so well. Our guides this year were Sean and Brandon (sometimes he brings the wood) and they took us through some great runs!! We also got to meet the new owner! Dan is great, spent some time hanging out, had a burger and chatted with us! It's the trip of the summer for all of us and we'll keep coming back. -Dan's annual group from Boston!!
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July 2023 by sean m
July 8th rafting on Kennebec The guide, Sean, was great and made the trip memorable for my family and I. This is the second time I have rafted with Magic and both have been memorable and very fun ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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July 2023 by Pathfinder795309
What an AMAZING day on the Kennebec with Magic Falls! Sean and Sean are the very BEST guides and made sure we all had a wonderful experience. Every aspect of the day was great - the river, the lunch, the scenery, the eagles (!) and the conversation. This is our second trip with Magic Falls and we are already planning to go back. Don't miss this experience with Magic Falls! They cannot be beat.
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July 2023 by mike g
To be absolutely honest the cabin is in rough condition definitely needs to be dismantled burnt to the ground and started all over. The cookout at the end was mediocre that's just coming from a former chef my standards are a little higher. But I want to finish by saying Doug, Shane, Emily, and Lindsay are amazing. The girls in the office that set up the trip and did the reservation are amazing very polite respectful and courteous. Doug was a rafting guide he is awesome he is one badass older gentleman and Trust everything he had to say very supportive, knowledgeable and his craft and friendly. Have to admit it was scary but I put my trust in Doug my life was in his hand and he was amazing. Then another shout out for Shane it was very friendly and helpful and attentive. All in all I give it five stars you guys are great thank you for everything I hope you guys have a great summer with no incidences. I'm glad I still have all my teeth again you guys rock
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July 2023 by Avery Ashley-Winsor
The rafting experience with Magic Falls Rafting Co. was amazing! Our guide, Chris, was excellent — he was incredibly knowledgeable on the river and rapids, made the adventure exciting while also assuring safety, and had us connecting and laughing throughout the entire trip! The guides were accommodating, compassionate, and all around fun! They really went out of their way to inform us about the area, safety protocols, how to follow our guide’s instructions for the best possible experience, and along with the dips and splashes of navigating the rapids, they had opportunities to swim, to drift and take in the beautiful scenery, and in the very end, to have a hot meal all together before seeing a slideshow of the photographs taken along the way. Be sure to smile when rafting past the photographers because you’re going to want to keep the memories of your trip with Magic Falls for a lifetime!
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June 2023 by Cassie Hall
This is a great company with a super friendly staff and an organized platform. I would absolutely recommend!! I have been on the Kennebec twice with Magic Falls and I can't wait to take on the Dead River next! Will definitely book again with Magic Falls.
