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White Mountains · Since 2004

Get out there. We'll handle the rest.

Small-group canoe, hiking and winter trips led by local guides. Gear, meals and maps included.

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Why Northbound

Adventure without the hassle

You bring the curiosity. We bring everything else.

Small groups

Never more than eight guests per guide, so every trip feels personal.

Gear included

Canoes, packs, tents and snowshoes. Just bring good shoes and a jacket.

Beginners welcome

Most trips need no experience. We teach you everything on the way.
Canoe on a calm mountain lake
Our guides

Led by people who live here

Every Northbound guide grew up hiking these trails and paddling these rivers. They’re certified in wilderness first aid, and they know the quiet spots the guidebooks miss.

We keep trips small, slow and safe, so you can enjoy the view instead of worrying about the map.

“Our guide knew every bird by its call. Best weekend of the year.”— Dana R., Boston
20+
Years guiding
6,400+
Happy guests
35
Trails and rivers
5
Average rating
Reviews

What our guests say

★★★★★
We'd never paddled before. By lunch we were racing the other canoe. The kids still talk about it.
Maria S.Google review
★★★★★
Everything was ready when we arrived. Great food, great guide, zero stress.
James P.Tripadvisor
★★★★★
The snowshoe weekend was magic. Already booked again for February.
Ellen H.Google review

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