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It’s in August! River conditions are really good right now. The great thing about Saco Bound day trips is the section of the river on which we operate. When it’s low, the water recedes into a channel. The river becomes more narrow as it shrinks into the deepest part of the riverbed. When it’s higher or the current is moving faster there are very few obstacles and easier paddling conditions. Our section of the river is almost all sandy bottom. There are very few obstructions and almost no rocks. Just miles of beaches and crystal clear flowing water. Pressed for time or getting a late start? Try our New Trip to Paradise Island. It is a quick 1-hour float to one of the coolest spots on the Saco. Land at a huge, sandy beach and walk through the forest to…

First a little too dry, now a little too wet. Looking ahead conditions on the Saco River should be great! The muggly and unsettled pattern that we have been stuck in for the past week as dumped several inches of rain in the Saco making the water pretty high. The river has come up several feet. We’re hoping that it will settle down by the weekend. It’s not something that is easily forecasted, but a quick rise in levels is usually followed by it receding quickly as well. More caution is necessary as the volume of water and the velocity of the river increases. Check our Weather & Conditions page for updates or call us. Generally, when the river gets over 1,200 cubic feet per second extra precautions are necessary to be safer. We will usually curtail tube trips first…

Mid-summer conditions now on the Saco. The best segment of reliable water in our area is the Saco Bound Main base to the Pig Farm. It’s also the best for families, tubers and novice paddlers. At summer levels you may have to drag through shallow spots and expect some walking. The bed of the river has a nice sandy bottom and crystal clear water, so it’s not bad. Pay attention to your direction as you float and look for where the river is the darkest. The course you choose will reduce the amount you have to walk. The good news is when we have dry periods like this there are fewer pesky, winged varmints to bother you. There are also many more beaches. Conditions are low and slow right now until we get rain but it’s still a great outdoor…

Wow, what a week! Hot temps and great river conditions continue to bring folks to the River. River temps have now gone into the 70s. Conditions couldn’t be better. Our segment of the Saco is the best section for families and novice paddlers. It offers a nice flow of about 2 to 3 miles per hour and almost no obstructions! The are beaches for miles and the water is crystal clear! Go for and hour, half-day, full day or several days. Leave right from our river side base or float back to your car. It’s all here at Saco Bound!

Fourth of July Week and summer is in full swing! It’s hot! What better place to be but on the river? River conditions are perfect! Water temps are near 70. Come and enjoy the best section of the river for families, tubing and nove paddlers!

We are now open for rentals and our 46th season on the Saco River! A Great Holiday Weekend is almost here and conditions are really good! Miles of white sandy beaches, crystal clear water almost no obstructions, and private river access. We do it all. Tube, Kayak, Canoe or take a Stand Up Paddle Board down the best stretch of the Saco from our riverside base. Since 1972, we have set the standard for safe, outdoor, family fun! Also going on now is our annual Spring Sale! All-new, used and demo canoes, kayaks, and SUP boards are priced to go! Don’t miss out, summer is almost here!

Wow, what a great paddling season! The summer and fall paddling season has been awesome. We have concluded rentals for the 2017 season but the deals continue. This fall we are running an “Upgrade Your Gear” special. It’s simple, bring in your old stuff and we’ll offer a credit good toward the purchase of an updated product. We have it all too! Come and see our selection of Kayaks, Canoes, SUP Boards, Skis, Bikes and accessories for everything. We have new, used and demos available. Don’t miss out! This is the time to buy. Huge sales, no sales tax, free layaway and local delivery.

It looks like a great weekend for canoeing or kayaking on the Saco. We are seeing some nice colors along the river. We have a great weather forecast too! This weekend looks perfect! River temp is 62 and the average height is just over 2′. So come and do a trip on the Saco River with the experts, Saco Bound. There is no better place to take in the fall colors than from a canoe or kayak on the most beautiful Saco. This weekend looks perfect! 888.447.2177 www.sacobound.com We are open for rentals sales & demos from our river side base every day during the Fryeburg Fair abd through October!

September is here and there is a noticeable change in the air. What a perfect time to be on the river! Some leaves are starting to change and the environment is peaceful and quiet. It’s also great time to bring home your own kayak, SUP board or canoe as our end of season sale is going on now. Buy a new, used or demo canoe or kayaks. We also have great deals on new and used stand up paddleboards from Boardworks. You can also try before you buy from our riverside base. It doesn’t matter how you plan to get out on the water this fall, just don’t miss the opportunity. It’s an awesome way to explore nature. We can make it happen as Northern New England’s premier outfitter. On the Saco River since 1972.

Summer is here! Come and float the best section of the river for families & tubing. On the Saco, since 1972 Saco Bound operates on the best segment of the river as there are almost no rocks, fallen trees and other obstructions from our riverside Main Base to Weston’s Beach or the famous Pig Farm! You can take your time and enjoy one of the many beaches along the way. Stop and swim, picnic or just take in the scenery. Trips will run daily from 9 to 4 and shuttle pick up’s running until 5:30. We hope to see you on the river soon!

One of the coolest things about the Saco River is the ability to camp and recreate on sandbars and beaches as you make your way downstream. This is such a great privilege found on no other river around us. The section of the Saco River from Saco Bound to Weston’s Beach and continuing the famous Pig Farm is perfect for Tubing, Families, and Novice Paddlers. It a wide, mostly unobstructed course with miles of beaches and a nice sandy bottom. Daily excursions include 4 different Tube and paddling trips along the segment from Redstone, NH and continuing for the next 13 miles to the private, Saco Bound Landing wilderness campground. The section of the Saco from Swans Falls in Fryeburg, Maine to the take out in Hiram, Maine, (just above the Rte 117 bridge) is the only section where the…

Fourth of July weekend and summer is in full swing! The forecast is for Hazy, Hot & Humid with temps in the 80s. What could be better you ask? How about an awesome weekend on the Saco River at 40% off! Yup, that’s the deal. Go out for an hour or for a few days, it’s up to you. All Canoes or kayaks are discounted for our notation’s B-day. You can also float the best segment of the river in a tube. Either way, we’ll pick you up when your done and bring you back to your car. Whatever trip you choose it all here … Tube, Kayak, Canoe or Paddle Board from the Premier Outfitter in the White Mountains. Saco Bound on the Saco River Since 1972.