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Maine River Map (PDF) | Major Rivers & Lakes in Maine

Written and Fact-checked by | Updated On: April 03, 2026 | 15:05 ET

Maine River Map showing major rivers in Maine, River start and end point, county boundaries.

River Map of Maine State

Rivers and Waterways in Maine

Maine’s river systems are shaped by forests, mountains, and a rugged coastline, with most rivers flowing southeast into the Atlantic Ocean. Northern and western regions feature fast-moving rivers fed by snowmelt and rainfall, while eastern areas have shorter coastal streams. Many rivers are connected to extensive lake systems that help regulate water flow. Maine’s waterways have long supported logging, hydropower, and recreation, and today they remain essential for ecosystems, fisheries, and local communities.

Major Rivers in Maine

RiverLength (Approx.)RegionFlows Into
Penobscot River350 miCentralAtlantic Ocean
Kennebec River170 miCentralAtlantic Ocean
Androscoggin River178 miWestKennebec River
St. John River418 miNorthBay of Fundy
Saco River136 miSouthwestAtlantic Ocean
Presumpscot River25 miSouthAtlantic Ocean
St. Croix River110 miEastBay of Fundy
Union River46 miEastAtlantic Ocean
Narraguagus River55 miEastAtlantic Ocean
Machias River80 miEastAtlantic Ocean
Piscataquis River65 miCentralPenobscot River
Allagash River92 miNorthSt. John River
Aroostook River112 miNorthSt. John River
Mattawamkeag River75 miNorthPenobscot River
Sheepscot River66 miCentralAtlantic Ocean
Royal River39 miSouthAtlantic Ocean
Ducktrap River30 miCentralAtlantic Ocean
Medomak River62 miCentralAtlantic Ocean

Major Lakes in Maine

LakeTypeRegion
Moosehead LakeNatural lakeNorth
Sebago LakeNatural lakeSouth
Rangeley LakeNatural lakeWest
Flagstaff LakeReservoirWest
Chesuncook LakeReservoirNorth
Great PondNatural lakeCentral
Long LakeNatural lakeWest
Aziscohos LakeReservoirWest
China LakeNatural lakeCentral
Webster LakeNatural lakeCentral

Major River Basins in Maine

Maine’s river basins primarily drain into the Atlantic Ocean and the Bay of Fundy, with large watersheds supporting forests, fisheries, and hydropower. These basins are vital for maintaining water flow and ecological balance across the state.

  • Penobscot River Basin
  • Kennebec River Basin
  • Androscoggin River Basin
  • St. John River Basin
  • Saco River Basin
  • St. Croix River Basin
  • Aroostook River Basin
  • Allagash River Basin
  • Machias River Basin

Maine Rivers Facts

StateMaine
Total Rivers & Streams32,000+ miles of streams
Major RiversPenobscot, Kennebec, Androscoggin, St. John
Total Waterway Length35,000+ miles
Main DrainageAtlantic Ocean & Bay of Fundy
Longest RiverSt. John River
Shortest RiverPresumpscot River
Major River Basins9 Primary Basins
Primary OutletAtlantic Ocean
Key UsesHydropower, forestry, recreation, water supply
Longest River Within StatePenobscot River
Number of River Basins8–10 Basins
Major ReservoirsFlagstaff Lake, Chesuncook Lake, Aziscohos Lake
Primary Water SourceSurface water and lakes