Sunday River & Sugarloaf - Maine’s World Class Ski Destinations

Sugarloaf/USA Route 27, Carrabassett Valley 800-THELOAF, Info: 207-237-2000, Snow Phone: 207-237-6808 
Sugarloaf/USA is Maine’s largest single ski mountain, with a breathtaking summit and miles of exciting trail options, from snowfields to groomed cruisers. This destination Maine resort features extensive terrain for all abilities and a convenient slopeside village brimming with activities, cozy restaurants like the Bag and Gephettos, shops, and resort lodging from The Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel to The Sugarloaf Inn and loads of condominiums.
Vertical Drop: 2,820’. 1,410 Skiable Acres. 134 Trails: 33 Beginner, 44 Intermediate, 57 Expert Trails & Glades. 16 Lifts: 4 quads (2 high speed), 1 Triple, 8 Doubles, 3 Surface Lifts. 94% Snowmaking. Terrain parks and pipes.

Sunday River Off Route 2, Bethel 800-543-2SKI / Snow reports 207-824-5200 
Sunday River’s 8-interconnected mountain peaks are consistently covered by Legendary Sunday River snow. High speed lifts and guaranteed snow on all of the River’s 660 acres of terrain make this a skier’s paradise. The Chondola whisks skiers from South Ridge to North Peak in style and comfort, day and night. A favorite on mountain lunch spot is atop the Chondola at North Peak Lodge, while après ski is best at The Foggy Goggle. There are plenty of activities, lodging and facilities to enjoy on and off the slopes at this Boyne resort.
Vertical Drop: 2,340’. 131 Trails: 43 Beginner, 47 Intermediate, 41 Black Diamond. 18 Lifts: 1 Chondola, 9 Quads (4 high speed), 3 Triples, 2 Doubles, 3 Surface Lifts. 92% Snowmaking. Terrain parks and pipes.

Maine’s Big Mountain Skiing
Other big mountains in Maine (with greater than 1000’vertical) offering great terrain and some of the resort amenities, while still preserving their quaint family area feeling.

Black Mountain Route 2, Rumford. 207-364-8977
This small, family recreation area is operated by Maine Winter Sports Center and is located in Longfellow’s mountain range. Black has a little something for everyone, including a summit triple chair accessing scenic long runs. Beginners have plenty of room to learn on Milk Run serviced by its own double chair. 35 kilometers of groomed cross-country trails with a designated Touring Center, plus snow tubing on five chutes make for exciting alternatives. Vertical Drop 1,150’, 5 Lifts: 1 Triple, 1 Double Chair, 2 Handle Tows, 1 T-bar. 20 Trails: 4 Beginner, 10 Intermediate, 6 Most Difficult. 90% Snowmaking. Terrain park and pipe. 300’ Tubing lift with 5 chutes. Night skiing. Post and Beam Baselodge with Cafeteria, Lounge and Ski Shop with Rentals.

Mt. Abram How Hill Road, Route 26, Greenwood 207-875-5000

This fun ski mountain feels bigger than its statistics belie. Beginners have their own Westside learning area, while intermediates take  cruisers like Dudley Do Right and Bullwinkle. Experts go for the double black steeps of Rocky’s Run. Every Saturday, racers can test their skills in the NASTAR course. The 1,325' Flying Squirrel snow-tubing park has a special lift for even more fun. Mount Abram is a family friendly ski area, located 10 minutes south of Bethel, is under new ownership this season.
Vertical Drop 1,150’. 44 Trails: 10 Beginner, 21 Intermediate, 13 Most Difficult & Glades. 5 Lifts: 2 Doubles, 1 T-Bar, 1 Handle Tow, 1 Magic Carpet. 85% Snowmaking. Night skiing. Terrain park. Ski School, day care, ski shop with rentals, cafeteria & Loose Boots Lounge.