Dead River
Released from Flagstaff Lake, the Dead River runs east through western Maine's forest, past West Forks, to the Kennebec; its lower stretch is known for whitewater runs.
Weather at the Dead River (National Weather Service) ↗
River facts
| Length | 43 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | Flagstaff Lake, where its North and South branches meet |
| Mouth | Joins the Kennebec River at The Forks, Maine |
| State | Maine |
Long Falls Dam (1950) forms Flagstaff Lake and regulates the river's flow.
Boat ramps and launches
Orange dots on the map. Tap a name to open it in Google Maps. Public ramps and launches along the Dead River in Maine, from OpenStreetMap. The list may be incomplete, so check the state wildlife agency for current access.
- Boat ramp (45.221, -70.198) Unnamed in OpenStreetMap
- Boat ramp (45.301, -70.222) Unnamed in OpenStreetMap
- Boat ramp (45.338, -69.967) Unnamed in OpenStreetMap
Bait shops
No bait shops are mapped near this river yet. Search Google Maps for bait shops near the Dead River ↗
Fishing regulations
Check the state agency for river-specific rules, seasons and limits before you fish:
Lakes on or near the Dead River
Lakes in our guide on or near this river:
Facts from Dead River (Wikipedia) ↗ · Boat ramps and bait shops: OpenStreetMap contributors · River course: U.S. Geological Survey