Snowshoe Trails in Maine’s Parks and Preserves

Explore Maine’s backcountry this winter on foot Maine has 42 parks and preserved lands that offer snowshoeing opportunities.  Snowshoeing is a great way to explore the Maine outdoors in the winter, making it possible to reach remote areas that are closed to motorized vehicles this time of year. MAINE PARKS & PUBLIC RESERVED LANDS WITH …

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Discover Maine’s Multi-Use Trails for Winter Recreation!

Photo credit: Sunrise Trail Coalition.

Re-purposed railroad beds for recreation

Maine has 10 different multi-use rail trails available for four seasons of outdoor recreation.  Multi-use rail trails are build on old railroad beds, making them ideal for recreation trails.  Maine’s 10 multi-use converted rail trails offer a combined 310 miles of get-up-and-go outdoor adventure!

In the winter months, outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy

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Where to Ski Maine in 2016 – 2017

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Hit the Slopes!

Skiing in Maine offers challenge, adventure, family fun and lively entertainment throughout the colder months.  Maine is home to 19 ski areas, from world class resorts to big mountain areas to family recreation slopes, Maine has mountains for every level of adventure.

Here is a list of Maine ski resorts for the 2016-2017 season, including lift and trail information:

Maine’s World Class Ski Resorts

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5092 Access Road
Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947
(207) 237-2000

Website    Snow Report    Trail Map    Events

MOUNTAIN INFORMATION:

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Lifts:  2 High Speed Quads, 3 Quads, 1 Triple, 6 Doubles, 1 T-Bar, 2 Surface Lifts
Terrain Park:  3
Glades:  Yes
Night Skiing:  No
Snow Making:  95%
Snow Tubing:  Yes
Vertical Drop:  2820′

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