North Woods Tours

Experience the ‘Ghost Trains’ & Ice Caves of the North Maine Woods

Ghost Train Adventure

Step back in time deep in the North Maine Woods

viewing Ghost TrainsJoin your personal guide, Chris, on a full-day, land-based adventure into the remote North Maine Woods in search of the legendary “Ghost Trains.” This one-of-a-kind experience begins with a scenic 4×4 journey deep into the wilderness, traveling for hours through logging roads before setting out on foot.

From there, you’ll hike off the beaten path to discover massive, abandoned steam locomotives left behind from Maine’s historic logging era. As you explore these hidden relics, you’ll witness their sheer size up close while hearing the stories that bring them back to life. Chris will share the rich history of the logging industry, the people who worked these lands, and how these trains came to rest deep in the forest.

This is more than just a hike—it’s a journey into Maine’s past, surrounded by millions of acres of untouched wilderness.

After your hike, you’ll enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic and peaceful location on the return towards Greenville, with additional educational stops along the way back to enrich your journey.

Trip Details:

  • Full Day Guided Experience (Approx. 8 Hours)
  • 3–4 mile hike
  • Easy hiking required
  • Remote backcountry access via 4WD vehicle
  • Ideal for history lovers and adventure seekers
  • Includes picnic lunch stop

Pricing:
$950 for up to 2 people
$25 each additional person

This Trip is offered June—Mid-October
* This trip is designed for individuals that are in moderately good shape and can hike up to 3 miles within a day.

 

Debsconeag Ice Caves Adventure

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Venture deep into the North Maine Woods with Chris as your guide on a full-day adventure to one of the region’s most fascinating natural wonders—the Debsconeag Ice Caves. Your day begins with a 4×4 ride through remote forest roads before setting out on a rewarding hike to the caves.

Along the way, you’ll take in the quiet beauty of the North Maine Woods before arriving at the caves, where you’ll have the opportunity to climb down inside and feel the incredible chill of ice that remains even during the hottest summer months.

If time and energy allow, the adventure can continue with a hike to Debsconeag Lake, where stunning views and peaceful surroundings offer the perfect ending to your day.

After your hike, you’ll stop at a scenic overlook to enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch, with additional scenic and educational stops along the way to enrich your experience.

Trip Details:

  • Full Day Guided Experience (Approx. 8 Hours)
  • 3–4 miles of hiking
  • Easy hiking required
  • Remote backcountry access via 4WD vehicle
  • Includes scenic picnic stop

Pricing:
$950 for up to 2 people
$25 each additional person

This Trip is offered June—Mid-October
* This trip is designed for individuals that are in moderately good shape and can hike up to 3 miles within a day.

What to bring

  • Because these trips do require light hiking we recommend that you wear the appropriate footwear and clothing
  • We will provide drinks, snacks and lunch and anything else needed for the hike