Alpine Skiing and Snowboarding
Sunday
River Ski Resort is Maine's premier four season
mountain lift resort, featuring 128 trails and glades spread
across eight interconnected mountains serviced by an
award-winning network of 18 lifts, including four high-speed
quads. Sunday River's snowmaking system, the largest and most
technically advanced in New England, covers 92 percent of its
terrain. Nine out of ten skiers and riders agree that year
after year Sunday River has the Most Dependable Snow in New
England from November through May. Vertical Drop: 2,340’.
Phone: 207-824-3000.
Mt.
Abram Family Ski Resort is just 10 minutes south of
Bethel. In operation for 41 years, Mt. Abram is known for its
family-friendly staff, programs and affordability. Trails for
all levels, uncrowded slopes and non-existent lift lines,
ski/snowboard/telemark, two lodges, day care are a few of the
mountain's amenities. Click our link for the latest events and
conditions. Vertical Drop 1,105’. Phone: 207-875-5002.
Black
Mountain - This
small, family recreation area is operated
by Maine Winter Sports Center and is located in
Longfellow’s mountain range, near the junctions of Rt. 2 and
108 (about 20 minutes drive). Black
has a little something for everyone. Beginners have plenty of
room to learn on Milk Run serviced by its own
double chair. 17
kilometers of groomed cross-country
trails with a designated Touring
Center, plus snow tubing on five chutes make for exciting
alternatives.
Vertical Drop
1150’, Route 2, Rumford.
207-364-8977
Cross Country Skiing
The Bethel Area is Maine's #1 destination for cross country
skiing, with more than 100 kilometers of skiing at four ski
centers and additional opportunities to ski in the White
Mountain National Forest, in Grafton Notch State Park, and on
local snowmobile trails.
The Bethel Inn & Country Club - A classic New England resort
and full service cross country ski center, located on the
Bethel Common. 36 kilometers of groomed trails on open
fairways and woods overlooking the beautiful White Mountains.
(207) 824-2175 or
info@bethelinn.com
Sunday River Inn and Cross Country Ski/Snowshoeing Center -
located on the Sunday River Rd. This cross-country
ski/snowshoe center was featured by X-C Ski Magazine as one of
the nation's best centers for beginners. 40 kilometers of
groomed trails. Kids programs, lessons and tours available.
Rentals & retail sales. (207) 824-2410 or
info@sundayriverinn.com
Carter's Cross Country Ski Centers - Bethel location,
on Intervale Rd. has 65 K of trails, most notably the
beautiful overlook trail up Farwell Mountain. Phone:
207-824-3880
Great Glen Trails - Cross Country Ski Center is
located 35 minutes away on Route 16 at the Mt. Washington Auto
Road in Pinkham Notch, NH. Go cross-country skiing,
snowshoeing, and snow tubing surrounded by the breathtaking
beauty of Mt. Washington & the Presidential Range. A trail and
program for all abilities. One of the ultimate winter
experiences is a trip in our SnowCoach up the Mt. Washington
Auto Road to the world above treeline! Phone: 603-466-2333 or
greatgln@mt-washington.com
Snowmobiling
The Interstate Trail System
(ITS) Trail System goes right through Bethel. Maine in
the winter is an explorer's paradise. Recently Western Maine
has experienced a boom in snowmobiling and due to a lot of
hard work by local clubs and generous private landowners, a
trail system has come to the Bethel Area that can give you
endless miles of beautiful riding and scenery including the
White Mt. National Forest and State Parks.
Local clubs and the States of Maine and New Hampshire work
cooperatively with the US Forest Service to maintain and groom
a network of snowmobile trails through the White Mountain
National Forest. Parking areas are located at several points
around the forest. Snowmobiling in the national forest offers
a variety of terrain through beautiful scenery. Riding is
allowed on designated and groomed trails only, and trails are
open to non-motorized uses also. The system is a mixture of
small woodsy trails and more open scenic routes.
Parking areas with trail access to the White Mountain National
Forest are located south of Bethel near Route 5 and near the
state line on Route 2. Call the Evans Notch Visitor Center at
207-824-2134 (207-824-2856) for trail locations, and the State
of Maine's hotline for the latest trail conditions at
1-800-880-SNOW.
For rentals, instruction, daily and nightly tours contact:
Sun Valley Sports - 877-851-7533 or 207-824-7533
located on the Sunday River Road
Dogsledding Trips
Bear River Mushing Co. & Kennels - Hands-on
introduction & intermediate classes on the thrill of
dogsledding. A great way to spend an hour or more with your
family working with a team of Siberians. Offering fall
wheeled-rig dog rides for children & adults, ages 7 & older!
Western Maine Siberian Husky Rescue - Twelve years experience,
behavior specialist & obedience instructor. Offering dogsled
gear, feed, boarding, Siberian puppies for sale. Open daily.
Available for lectures and private classes. 15-20 minutes,
near Grafton Notch State Park. 1359 Bear River Rd, Newry, ME
04261. Phone: 207-824-2679
bearrvr@megalink.net
Winter Journeys - Dog sled adventures, catering to your
needs and desires. Lovell, ME 04051. Phone: 207-928-2026
sleddogs@pivot.net
Sleigh Rides & Indoor Horseback Riding
Meadow Creek Farm
Horse-drawn covered wagon & sleigh rides. Weddings,
anniversaries, birthdays. Sumner, ME 04292. Phone:
207-388-2044
beckyd@megalink.net
Sparrow
Hawk Mountain Ranch - Located in West Bethel, on 150
beautiful acres, bordering the White Mountain National Forest
in the western mountains of Maine, this brand new facility has
a 160' x 80' indoor riding arena, 300' x 150' outdoor riding
arena, and an 18 stall barn. The ranch offers riding
instruction, horse training, customized day and overnight
riding vacations for small groups or families, and 4 weeks of
summer camp for girls. 120 Fleming Road, Bethel, ME 04217.
Phone: 207-836-2528.
SUMMER
ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS
Antiques
Far East Antiques
Top quality antiques from both the East & the West; top
quality furniture & gifts; the most unique assortment you'll
find anywhere. Located at the Philbrook Place on Main Street
in Bethel. Phone: 207-824-2997
Mollyockett Marketplace Antique Center
Offering everything from pedal cars and early toys to oak,
period, country and pine furniture...glass, china and
pottery...books, primitives, art, ...etc. Located on Route
26 at Jct. Route 219 in West Paris. Phone: 207-674-3939
Mt. Mica Rarities
Fine handcrafted Maine gem stone, gold and silver jewelry.
Museum quality mineral specimens. Unique and one-of-a-kind
estate jewelry. Also, fine selection of antiques,
particularly glass & curio pieces. Located on Route 26,
Greenwood - the amethyst colored building! Phone:
207-875-3060
Playhouse Antiques
Antique items include vintage clothing, books, textiles,
quilts, furniture, tools, china, jewelry & more. All
treasures from the local area. Open June to October 11AM to
5PM. Closed Monday & Tuesday. Appointments welcome November
to May. 46 Broad Street, Bethel, ME 04217 Phone:
207-824-3170
Touch of Class Antiques & Minerals
An eclectic array of antiques, collectibles and minerals to
enhance your home, for a charming gift, or to complete a
collection. Visit us for fine china and glass, jewelry from
past decades, offbeat collectibles, kitchen oddities,
linens, dolls, toys, and games of a bygone era, and much
more! Plus, a special area devoted to minerals and fossils
from throughout the world. Located at Serenity Corners,
Route 26, across the street from Telstar Regional
High/Middle School Bethel. Phone: 207-824-8501
Arts & Heritage
Tom White Studios, Inc
Figurative fine art bronze sculptures specializing in
memorials and portrait bronzes.
Bethel Camp for the Arts
Located on the beautiful campus of
Gould Academy in Bethel, Maine , Bethel Camp for the
Arts offers two 2 week sessions. Camper
ages range from 8-15. The program is elective and has a
variety of creative activities, technology and
enrichment along with individual sports.
Bethel Historical Society's Regional History Center
A center with two side-by-side facilities featuring the
O'Neil Robinson House with changing exhibits and the Dr.
Moses Mason period house museum. Also, included -- research
library; museum shop; collections relating to western Maine
& the White Mountain region; lectures; special events.
Located on Broad Street on the common. Bethel. Phone:
207-824-2908 & 800-824-2910
Deertrees Theatre & Cultural Center
"One of Maine's Hidden Treasures" - Summer season starts
late June. A 300 seat rustic-style theatre nestled among
rose hemlocks, Deertrees is a non-profit performing arts
center presenting an eclectic offering of theater, music,
dance and children's shows.
Harrison, ME about a 30 minute drive from Bethel. Phone:
207-583-6747
Mahoosuc Arts Council
Presents programs in the arts and humanities in the schools
and communities of the greater Bethel area. Phone:
207-824-3575
mahoosuc@gouldacademy.org
The McLaughlin Foundation
A garden & horticultural center, The McLaughlin Foundation
is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving one of
Maine's renowned historic landscapes. Featuring a 4.6 acre
historic garden and 19th century extended New England
farmhouse, the garden is open daily during the season. The
center and gift shop are open year-round. Tea room open
June-September. South Paris, ME. Phone: 207-743-8820
Moose / Animal Viewing Trips
Bethel Express Corp.
Taxi service and tours...moose tours, gem tours, coastal
tours & much more. Robert Tuttle Tel: (207) 824-GOGO (4646)
bethel_express@yahoo.com
Mountain Ranger
Guide Service
Our guests ride in the comfort of our van while Sandy
MacGregor--Registered Master Maine Guide--brings them to the
habitat most likely to be inhabited by moose. While we can't
guarantee the moose will be there, we can guarantee that
Sandy will enrich your tour with detailed natural history of
the Western Maine Mountains--the natural ecosystem and
watershed, how mankind has affected this delicate balance,
what we are doing to restore and preserve it.
Moose tours usually lasting minimum of 4 hours. Evening
tours usually provide more moose for your viewing and
photographic pleasure. Bring cameras, video, binoculars.
A comprehensive guide service dedicated to providing quality
personalized 4-season outdoor adventures. 1094 Route 2,
Rumford, ME 04276 Phone: 207-364-2506
Sun Valley Sports & Guide Service
Off-road 4x4 Moose and Wildlife Safaris - Ecosystem
interpreters. See wildlife and how the forests of Maine are
managed. Open 7 days a week. All of our guides are
professional registered Maine Guides, so you can be assured
of a safe and memorable experience. Minimum of 4 people,
maximum 6 people. Trips are offered by reservations only.
129 Sunday River Road, Bethel, ME. Phone: 207) 824-7533 or
877-851-7533
Bike Rentals / Trips / Mountain Biking / Canoe / Kayak
Great Glen Trails Outdoor Center
Biking Center including bike rentals and trails for all
abilities. Canoeing, Kayaking, & Fly Fishing Clinics, Guided
Hiking & Walking Trails. Located at the base of Mt.
Washington Route 16 in Gorham, NH. Tel: (603) 466-2333
Sunday River Mountain Park
With over 60 miles of challenging terrain, the Bike Park,
the 1st in the East to offer lift served mountain biking,
features all new novice terrain this summer. Just 4 miles
from the Norseman. Phone: 207-824-3000
Kezar Lake Marina
Boat rentals, licenses, fishing tackle, watersports, boat &
motor repair, gasoline, boat storage, slip rentals and a
family restaurant on the water. Located at the "Narrows" on
the West Lovell Rd., Lovell, Maine. Phone: 207-925-3000
Mountain Ranger Guide Service
A comprehensive guide service dedicated to providing quality
personalized 4-season outdoor adventures including, but not
limited to the following: hunting & fishing -- all types,
snowshoeing, x-country skiing, kayaking, canoeing, hiking,
naturalist treks, and family vacations. We make custom
hand-crafted high-performance mahogany kayaks and paddles.
1094 Route 2, Rumford, ME 04276. Phone: 207-364-2506.
Round Pond Corner Store
Offering an expanded grocery selection, gas, resident and
non-resident fishing and hunting licenses, plus canoe and
kayak rentals. Located at the intersection of Rt. 26 and the
turn off to Mt. Abram Family Resort Greenwood Maine. Phone:
207-875-2590
chrltweb@megalink.net
Saco
Bound/Northern Waters/Rapid River Rafting
Gentle canoeing on the Saco River or the flatwater of Lake
Ombagog, or whitewater rafting on the Rapid or Magalloway
Rivers. Center Conway, NH. Phone: 603-447-2177
Rapid River Fly Fishing
Comprehensive fly fishing instruction and guided trips.
Located at Middle Dam Andover, ME 04216. Phone:
207-392-3333, 800-346-4435
Meadow Creek Farm
Horse-drawn covered wagon & sleigh rides. Weddings,
anniversaries, birthdays. Sumner, ME 04292 Phone:
207-388-2044
beckyd@megalink.net
Tirnanog Farm
Offering riding lessons and trail rides set in the beautiful
mountains of western Maine. Enjoy the outdoors, the majesty
of horses, and a petting zoo on this 200-year-old working
farm, located just minutes from downtown Bethel. 538 E.
Bethel Road, Bethel, ME Phone: 207-875-2308
tirnanogfarm@hotmail.com
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