Winter: Sugarloaf is one of Maine’s best kept ski and snowboarding secrets. Yes, if you are traveling from the south it is a bit further but, the drive is well worth it. Sugarloaf has a down to earth and rustic atmosphere. The ski bars, restaurants are visitor friendly and typically there is some great music performances in the evenings. Sugarloaf Mountain has an unmistakable shape and some great terrain for both alpine skiers and snowboarders. The mountain is well known for both its ski and alpine parks. A Sugarloaf ski or snowboard vacation comes highly recommended. The friendly and kicked back atmosphere combined with majestic Maine mountain scenery and some of the best terrain in New England makes Sugarloaf a must do. Click Here For All Relevant Info
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Skiing: Nordic Or Downhill, It’s Up To You
Winter: Skiing is a major activity in Maine. Sunday River is a beautiful mountain range in Bethel, Maine. The area features places for nordic and downhill skiing. Sunday River has unbelievable Downhill skiing areas that can accommodate your whole family. Just wait until you get to the summit, the view is breathtaking! The mountain also features trails where people can nordic ski in peace and quiet away from anyone else. Sunday River offers rentals and has numerous dining halls. If you like the idea of taking your family downhill or nordic skiing Sunday River will not let you down.Click here for all relevant info
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Snowboarding: Rails, Grinds And Half Pipes
Winter: Snowboarding is becoming more and more popular and mountains in Maine have everything a snowboarder wants. From rails to grind to huge half pipes, you can find it all. If you would like to start your children off with snowboarding, Maine is the perfect place to start. All of Maine’s mountains can accommodate snowboarders of all ages. If your family is into snowboarding more then skiing, head to any mountain such as Sunday River or Sugarloaf and have a great time on the snowboards with your whole family.Click here for all relevant info
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Snowshoeing: A Breath Of Fresh Air
Winter: Snowshoeing is a great way to see the landscape in solitude. It is a great winter activity to break up the cabin fever and take a breath of fresh air. Snowshoe trails are quite prevalent in Maine, many state parks and ski resorts are open to the public for snowshoeing. Most of the ski resorts will have snowshoe equipment available to rent, so no investment is required. Brief lessons are usually available as well. Next time the shack nasties get you down, get out and strap on a pair of snowshoes.
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Sunday River (Artist’s) Covered Bridge: Maine’s Most Popular
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall: This destination is certainly affordable yet noteworthy. The Sunday River Covered Bridge, also known as The Artist’s covered bridge is Maine’s most photographed and painted covered bridge. The bridge was builtin 1872 and it is no longer in operation. The 87 foot bridge is more of an icon than anything else, and it is a quiet place where visitors can reflect on years gone past. The crystal clear stream that runs below the bridge is a nice place for a picnic or just to rest. The bridge itself is only 4 miles from North Bethel. So, if picinicing does not fit into the plans, there are many cafe’s and quaint restaurants that will make for the perfect lunch spots. Don’t forget to bring your camera or your paint brush.
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