Family Owned & Operated Since 1983
Crab Apple Whitewater Rafting is a family-owned company founded in 1983 and operated by three generations of the Peabody and Mooney families. What began as a bold move from suburban Massachusetts to rural Maine grew into a lifelong passion for sharing the beauty, excitement, and teamwork of whitewater rafting. From guiding trips and training staff to welcoming guests and preparing meals, our family remains hands-on every day of the season. This personal involvement sets Crab Apple apart. Our owners are on the river, at the base camps, and on the phone with guests, ensuring every trip is safe, fun, and memorable. Our love for the rivers, our staff, and the spirit our guests bring to each adventure is what defines Crab Apple. That energy is felt on every trip, and it’s why so many guests return year after year.
Our Facilities
Kennebec River Base Camp–Maine
Our Maine base is designed for comfort and multi-day stays, with lodging options ranging from group bunk rooms to private suites. The riverside lodge features a restaurant, pub, gathering areas, retail shop, outdoor heated pool, conference space, and full shower and changing facilities—making it the perfect place to relax, socialize, and relive your rafting adventure.
Even better, Crab Apple Whitewater offers the shortest shuttle ride to the river, maximizing your time on the rapids, and is the only outfitter in Maine whose trips end right at our base. So you step off the raft and straight into comfort, with no shuttle ride back.
Deerfield River Base Camp–Massachusetts
Our Deerfield River base sits along the historic Mohawk Trail and offers a scenic riverside patio, large gathering areas, changing rooms, a snack bar, and a retail shop. Guests can relax after their trip, enjoy photos and videos from the day, and take in the beauty of the river in a comfortable, welcoming space.
West River Base Camp–Vermont
Our Vermont rafting trips are based at Mount Snow, providing an excellent hub for group adventures. With nearby lodging, dining, and resort amenities, Mount Snow offers a comfortable and convenient setting before and after your West River rafting experience. The area is ideal for relaxing, socializing, and enjoying Vermont’s mountain scenery.
Our Whitewater Equipment
At Crab Apple Whitewater, safety and comfort start with top-quality equipment. We operate a large fleet of self-bailing rafts and inflatable kayaks in a variety of sizes to match each river and trip style. All guests are outfitted with well-maintained wetsuits, life jackets, and helmets, carefully sized and regularly updated. For added safety, our guides carry communication devices on the river, placing Crab Apple among a select group of New England outfitters with this capability. We proudly partner with industry leaders such as Hyside Inflatables and Northwest River Supplies (NRS) to ensure every trip is supported by the best equipment available.