Cross country skier heading out to the trails at Carter’s XC Ski Center
Ski Maine Association is the non-profit trade association representing the Maine Alpine and Nordic Ski Industry. The Association represents Alpine Ski Areas and Nordic Ski Centers from South Berwick to Fort Kent. The mission of the Association is to promote the industry by focusing on Governmental Affairs, Education and Training, and Public Affairs. The association works with the Maine Tourism Association on winter messaging and works with members to engage local media partners. SkiMaine Nordic ski area members include:
Carter’s XC
786 Intervale Road, Bethel, ME 042217 http://cartersxcski.com 207-824-3880
Carter's XC Ski Center in Bethel, Maine has beautiful views of the Mahoosuc and Presidential mountain ranges, and the land has been in the Carter family for generations. Fat bike trails and rental gear are available and the retail shop is stocked with XC skis for recreational, racing and backcountry skiing and snowshoes. For a full page of info click Carter's XC Ski Center.
Lady snowshoers out on the Rangeley Lakes Outdoor Trails
Rangeley Lakes Outdoor Trails
524 Saddleback Mountain Road, PO Box 1283, Rangeley Lakes, ME, 04970 (207) 864-4309 www.rangeleylakestrailscenter.org
The Rangeley Lakes Trails Center, operated by the Rangeley Lakes XC Ski Club is located at the base of alpine ski area Saddleback Mountain in the heart of Maine's scenic western mountain and lake region. There are 55 km of mapped trails for XC skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, and mountain biking. This area has an annual snowfall approaching 200 inches for superb snow conditions plus fantastic terrain make Nordic skiing there a wonderful experience for novice to expert. For a full page of info click Rangeley Lakes Trails Center.
Inland Woods & Trails
14 Main Street, Bethel ME 042217 (207)-200-8240 https://woodsandtrails.org/
There are 15 miles of XC ski trails and 9 miles of snowshoe/fat bike trails. The rental equipment is at Bethel Resort including XC ski gear, snowshoes and fat bikes. Lessons are available for groups or privates.
Black Mountain of Maine
39 Glover Road, Mumford ME 04276 (207) 364-8977 https://skiblackmountain.org/
This nonprofit organization is home to the Chisholm Ski Club. There are 17 km of trails and the ski area is a participating Indy Pass ski area.
Looking back on the trail from the groomer’s view
The Birches
281 Birches Road, Rockwood ME 04478 (207 534-7305 https://www.birches.com/
There are 38 miles of groomed XC ski trails with rentals for XC ski and snowshoe gear plus snowmobiles, too. Lodging available in rustic cabins, rooms/suites, and vacation homes. Moose safari in the summer month.
Camden Snow Bowl
20 Barnestown Road, Camden ME 04843 (207) 236-3438 https://camdensnowbowl.com/
Nestled among picturesque harbors, charming inns and restaurants, the Snow Bowl is the only ski area on the East Coast with ocean views, Just 90 minutes north of Portland there are XC ski and snowshoe on 25 miles of mountain bike and hiking trails.
4 Seasons Trail
Spring Street, Madawaska, ME (207) 728-6103 https://www.fourseasonstrail.org/
A modern lodge facility owned and operated by a Four Seasons Trail Association. There are 16 km of XC ski trails and 12 more of snowshoe trails all of which are free to use.
Harris Farm
280 Buzzell Road, Dayton ME 04005 (207) 499-2678 http://www.harrisfarm.com/
A 600-acre dairy farm with 40 km of XC ski trails on rolling hills with sheltered forests and open fields. Trails are Groomed daily. There are rentals for snowshoeing and XC skiing and lessons are available sporadically. The lodge has the rental equipment, a wood stove, and a warm sun room and the Harris’ say, “feel free to bring a snack or your lunch to enjoy in the lodge.”
Lost Valley
200 Lost Valley Road, Auburn ME 04210 (207) 784-1561 https://www.lostvalleyski.com/
This area is run by the Auburn Nordic Ski Association. There are 10 km of groomed XC trails and 5 km of snowshoe trails. There is rental gear for XC skiing and snowshoeing available.
New England Outdoor Center
30 Twin Pines Road, Millinocket ME 04462 (207) 723-5438 https://www.neoc.com
There are 26 km of groomed trails on the Hammond Ridge with views of Mt. Katahdin and the Millinocket Lake. Trail access is free with a donation suggested. There is rental XC ski and snowshoe gear, and lessons or guided tours are available.
Quarry Road
300 Quarry Road, Waterville ME 04901 (207) 314-0258 https://quarryroad.org/
Grooming the trail at Quarry Road Rec Area
Owned and operated by City of Waterville Parks & Recreation with 13.3 km of groomed XC ski trails and 8 km of snowshoe trails. There is a snowmaking system used to guarantee snow, too.
Spruce Mountain
Rte 17 at Ragged Mountain, West Rockport ME 04865 (207) 897-4090 https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/maine/spruce-mountain-trail
There are 5 km of XC ski trails and scenic views for a 2.6 mile out and back. A section of the Georges Highland Path leads to the summit of Spruce Mountain where there are views of Ragged Mountain and Penobscot Bay. Even before reaching the top there are several scenic overlooks.
Sugarloaf Outdoors Center
Sugarloaf Access Road, Carrabassett Valley ME 04947 (207) 237-6830 https://www.sugarloaf.com/the-outdoor-center
Maine’s largest XC skiing center with 50 km of groomed XC ski trails. Rental and retail shop and the Alpine Exchange Program with free trail access and rentals with proof of lift ticket purchase on the same day only. Guided safari tour on Saturday night 5-7 PM.
Inland Woods & Trails behind the Bethel Inn
Titcomb Mountain
180 Ski Slope Road, Farmington ME 04938 (207) 778-9031 https://www.titcombmountain.com/
There are 16 km of XC ski trails at Titcomb Mountain. A trail access donation can be left in the grey dropbox at the right corner of the lodge.