Name: Sweet Water Angler
Address: West Forks, ME
Price range: $300 - $600

About Your Guide

Mike Pilsbury

Independent Guide

Talkative

Laid-back

Instructional

Beginner Oriented

Comfortable

Quality

With over 30 years of experience on Maine’s legendary waters, Mike and his team offer guided fishing trips throughout the Upper Kennebec River Valley—from Greenville and West Forks to Caratunk and Bingham. What began as a passion for whitewater rafting and fishing with their own families has grown into decades of guiding others through these remote, scenic waterways.

Whether you're chasing Brook Trout, Landlocked Salmon, or Smallmouth Bass, their deep local knowledge and commitment to the craft make each trip both productive and memorable. From tailwater fisheries below hydroelectric dams to remote mountain ponds and braided freestone rivers, they guide you to the right water at the right time—with the right techniques to match.

First-timer or seasoned angler, this crew is here to help you fish smarter and soak up everything Maine’s wild waters have to offer.

About Your Guide

Mike Pilsbury

Independent Guide

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1/2 Day Bass Fishing

NEW West Forks, ME 1 - 4 People 4 Hours From $300

Smallmouth Bass Fishing in West Forks, Maine

About Your Trip

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Weather

You won’t lose your deposit if the trip is canceled due to weather

About Your Trip

Join Captain Mike for a fun and relaxing half-day smallmouth bass fishing trip on the scenic lower Kennebec River. This is a great option for anyone looking to spend a morning or afternoon on the water, enjoy beautiful river scenery, and get into steady action with aggressive smallmouth bass in a laid-back setting.

The trip takes place on a peaceful stretch of river best explored by fishing raft, allowing you to quietly float with the current while covering productive water at a natural pace. The Kennebec is known for its healthy smallmouth bass population, and these fish are often eager to strike, especially around current seams, rocky structure, and river bends where bait tends to concentrate.

Fishing is done with light tackle and casting techniques, making the experience active and hands-on without being complicated. Whether you are throwing soft plastics, jigs, or other proven river lures, the focus is on simple presentations that consistently draw reaction strikes from feeding bass. When conditions are right, it is common to experience steady action and multiple hookups throughout the trip.

Captain Mike keeps the experience approachable for all skill levels, making it a great choice for families, beginners, and experienced anglers alike. Instruction is provided throughout the trip, so even first-time anglers can quickly get comfortable with the basics while still enjoying real fishing action.

One of the highlights of this trip is the setting itself. The lower Kennebec River offers a mix of natural beauty, calm stretches, and light rapids, creating a relaxing backdrop while you fish. Floating along in the raft adds a unique and peaceful rhythm to the day that sets this experience apart from traditional boat fishing.

This half-day trip is designed to be easy, fun, and productive, offering a perfect balance of relaxation, scenery, and smallmouth bass action with Captain Mike on the Kennebec River.

Amenities

Water Type

River

Skill Levels

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Tackle

All rods, reels, and tackle are included.

Beer

Feel free to enjoy responsibly, but please no glass.

Location

This guide can be flexible with the departure location.

Weather