Canoe Outfitting and Campground Business in Northern Maine

A rare opportunity to purchase a well-established, nearly 75-year-old canoe outfitting and campground business in Northern Maine. This turn-key operation has long served paddlers of the Allagash Wilderness Waterway, Saint John River, and the Northern Forest Canoe Trail

LOCATION

St. Francis, Maine

DETAILS & FEATURES

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Turn-key Opportunity for a 75 year-old Outfitter
  • Opperating on the Allagash Wilderness Waterway, Saint John River, and the Northern Forest Canoe Trail
  • 10 Acres of Property with 800 ft. of Frontage on the Saint John River
  • 60+ Canoes
  • Owner Committed to 1 Season Transition 

INVESTMENT

  • Gross Revenue:  $150K

REAL ESTATE

  • 10 Acres included in sale price
  • Est RE value: $250K
  • Bld  sqft: Over 1,076 sqft. 

$499K

Pelletier Campground & Canoe Outfitter – Saint Francis, Maine A rare opportunity to purchase a well-established, nearly 75-year-old canoe outfitting and campground business in northern Maine. This turn-key operation has long served paddlers of the Allagash Wilderness Waterway, Saint John River, and the Northern Forest Canoe Trail, providing trusted shuttle services and riverside camping on the edge of the North Maine Woods. The offering includes approximately 9.96± acres with 800 feet of frontage on the Saint John River. The level campground area features tent sites, fire pits, covered picnic tables, and a privy, ideally located at a popular stop for paddlers. The real estate also includes a 1,076 sq ft single-family home with 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, an attached 2-car garage, and a dry basement. Extensively rebuilt in 2007, the home has a functional age of approximately 20 years. Two outbuildings provide ample storage for outfitting gear and equipment. Business assets include: 4 fifteen-passenger vans with canoe racks 2024 GMC 3500 crew cab pickup 1996 crew cab pickup Two double-axle canoe trailers Over 60 canoes and 7 kayaks All paddling gear, life jackets, and tools needed for day-to-day operations Whether you’re looking to change pace, relocate to the North Maine Woods, or build on a respected name in the outdoor recreation space, this is your chance.

The current owner is selling due to retirement but is willing to assist for one season to ensure a smooth transition. If you’ve dreamed of turning your passion for the outdoors into a way of life—and a business—this is your opportunity. Don’t miss it.

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