Western Maine has an abundance of outdoor activities for all seasons. Alpine and cross-country skiing are nearby at Sunday River, family-friendly Black Mountain, and Mt. Abram, and Carter's X-C Skiing. Western Maine's lakes and rivers for water sports, boating, fishing kayaking, and relaxing are world renowned for their beauty and clarity. Hiking is everywhere and within an hour or so are the White Mountains Presidential Range, Appalachian Trail, and Rangeley. The quaint towns of Bethel and Rumford are close by for shopping and dining. Bethel is a local foodie paradise! And there are many scenic byways to drive nearby.

CHECK AREA MENUS ONLINE. Check WHAT'S OPEN? online. There are also many local festivals and arts performances throughout the year. Check the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce site for events listings. Click on a listing to see more information.

Check the links below! 

Skiing

SUNDAY RIVER SEASON PASSES
SUNDAY RIVER LIFT TICKETS
MT ABRAM LIFT TICKETS AND SEASON PASSES

Cross-country/Nordic Skiing

CARTER'S X-C SKI

Family Fun

THE GEM THEATER
RIVER LANES
STORYLAND
SANTA'S VILLAGE

Mountain Biking

MT. ABRAM

Hiking

APPALACHIAN TRAIL
BETHEL AREA TRAILS
GRAFTON NOTCH STATE PARK

Canoeing

ANDROSCOGGIN RIVER TRAIL - The Mahoosucs
MAHOOSUC LAND TRUST - VALENTINE FARM CONSERVATION CENTER

 

There's a quality of life in Maine which is this singular and unique. I think. It's absolutely a world onto itself. ~Jamie Wyeth