Resorts in Maine
More often than not, East Coast winters are met with bitterness, grudgingly worn snow gear, and lots of traffic. For the most part, the snow and cold serve no other purpose than to make life more difficult. But think for a moment of the joy of youth that meets the first snowfall of the year, of makeshift sleds and gleeful snowball fights, of pink cheeks and hot cocoa. Return to that time, capture the best that winter has to offer in Maine: New England’s rugged backyard.
There are 18 ski resorts in Maine, with thousands of miles of trails and backcountry all over the state. Whether you’ve only got a few hours and can only make it to Powderhouse Hill Ski Area at the southernmost tip or want to venture further into the state, there are ski resorts in Maine that service novice to the most experienced skier. Sugarloaf Ski Resort, one of the most famous resorts in Maine, has 138 trails—servicing green, blue, black, and double-black runs—and 15 lifts, three terrain parks, and snowmaking capacity on 95% of the mountain. Camden Snow Bowl houses the US National Toboggan Championship, and has toboggan and tubing rentals, Friday Night open-registration racing, and ski trails and backcountry galore and located so close to Point Lookout Resort & Conference Center, it’s assured that accommodations will be wonderful.
If Nordic skiing or snowshoeing are desired for those who can’t take time off their workout regiments, Maine has thousands of acres of unpopulated countryside. Rent skis or snowshoes, pack a lunch, and head out into the woods. Acadia National Park and Camden Hills State Park are a short drive from each other and Camden Snow Bowl, providing excitement for everyone. Of all the resorts in Maine, Point Lookout Resort & Conference Center offers proximity to so many of the various types of ski areas so you don’t just need to choose one.
If a more low-key and sociable ski vacation is desired, Point Lookout Resort & Conference Center is closer to the coast and some of Maine’s most darling towns near Penobscot Bay. Whether it’s museums, spa treatments, or shopping, there’s plenty to do in case the a day off the slopes is needed. Après-ski, take the family bowling, out to dinner, or to a movie to round out a great day. Ski resorts in Maine can help make winter fun again, so pack your snowboots and come join us in the great outdoors!
