Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Weekly Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox at the end of every week to highlight what’s happening with your Maine ski resort!
Mountain Report:
| Mountain Name | Trails Open | Percent Open |
|---|---|---|
| Saddleback | 35 / 68 | 51% |
| Sugarloaf | 29 / 176 | 16% |
| Sunday River | 45 / 139 | 32% |
| Pleasant Mountain | 0 / 47 | 0% |
Trail of the Day: Tight Line (Saddleback)
Upcoming Events:
Make sure to add these events to your calendar to keep yourself up to date with the local happenings. Of course, you can always visit our events page, which is constantly getting updated so you can know about the event before anyone else! Plus, check out our Featured Events page where we dive deeper into the events we don’t want you to miss!
| Event Name: | Start Date: | End Date: | Occurrence: |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Coast Pond Skimming Championship @ Sugarloaf | April 19 | April 19 | One Day |
| The Great Tailgate @ Sunday River | April 19 | April 19 | One Day |
| Sugarloaf Season Pass Holder BBQ | April 20 | April 20 | One Day |
| Easter Egg Hunt @ Saddleabck | April 20 | April 20 | One Day |
| Golden Egg Hunt @ Saddleback | April 20 | April 20 | One Day |
| Easter Service @ Saddleback | April 20 | April 20 | One Day |
| Saddleback Closing Day | April 20 | April 20 | One Day |
| Spring Park Jam @ Sugarloaf | April 20 | April 20 | One Day |
| Sugarloaf Blood Drive | April 22 | April 22 | One Day |
| King of the Mountain Hill Climb @ Saddleback | April 26 | April 27 | Two Days |
| LVCP Duck Derby @ Lost Valley | April 26 | April 26 | One Day |
| Sugarloaf Marathon & 15K | May 11 | May 11 | One Day |
| Mother’s Day Brunch @ Sunday River | May 11 | May 11 | One Day |
East Coast Pond Skimming Championship:
On Saturday, April 19, Sugarloaf will get splashy! Join Sugarloafers for the East Coast Pond Skim Championships. It’s one of the highlights of spring skiing & riding at Sugarloaf. Whether you are a participant or spectator, you won’t want to miss out on the fun. Learn more below.
Two Maine Trails Made Top Funniest Runs:
Two trails from Maine mountains have earned the title of ‘Top 18 Funniest Ski Run Names’ according to Powder Magazine. The trails had some competition as they included runs like Awe Chute at Winter Park CO, and Organgrinder at Sugarbush VT. The two from the Pine Tree State are Gnarnia at Sunday River and Misery Whip at Sugarloaf. See the full list by clicking the link below.
The Great Tailgate at Sunday River:
The Great Tailgate will be on Saturday, April 19 in the Barker Parking lot. This year’s theme is Music Genres! Please note that this event is happening rain or shine so make sure to watch the weather and bring some wet-weather clothing.
Sugarloaf Pass Holder BBQ:
Calling all Sugarloaf Passholders! Celebrate the season with food on the mountain at this year’s Pass Holder BBQ. The event is on Sunday, April 20 and you need to display your season pass before entering the buffet line. Food will be served from 12:00pm to 3:00pm.
Saddleback Closing Weekend:
Saddleback is closing for the season on Sunday, April 20. See the resorts that are still open by clicking over to our Resort Status page.
mainelyskiing.com/resort-status
Easter Activities at Saddleback:
Saddleback will be celebrating Easter all over the mountain. The ski area will be doing an Easter Service at the top of the Rangeley Quad, followed by brunch at The Nest at 9:30am. An Easter Egg hunt will happen for the kiddos based on the following times. For 7 and under, 11am, 8 and older will be at 1pm. Saddleback will also once again be doing the golden egg which could be placed all over the mountain. Keep an eye out for that as if you find it, you will get a free season pass for next year. For all the details, click the link below.
Sugarloaf Golf Course:
The course recently started taking tee times for the 2025 season. With a target opening day of May 23, don’t miss the incredible early-season deals and savings! See the deals below.
Hike Park Sesh at Sugarloaf:
The Sugarloaf Parks Crew will be hosting a hike park session on the 20th for free. See the order of events and sign up by clicking the link below.
Sugarloaf Blood Drive:
On Tuesday, April 22, please consider participating in Sugarloaf’s blood drive. The American Red Cross will be at the Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel from 12pm – 5pm. To donate, please see the link below.
Sunday River Golf Course:
Sunday River Golf Course recently started taking tee times for the upcoming golf season. Explore the course and book your next gorgeous, yet challenging round below.
Support BigRock:
Help support BigRock Mountain by signing up for the various positions they need to take the mountain to the next level. See the list below and sign up by clicking the link.
- Events & Community Engagement
- Grant Writing & Fundraising
- Marketing & Photography
- Trail Maintenance & Glading
- Race Program
- Ski Instruction
- Ski Patrol
- Terrain Park
- Snowmaking
- Major Construction Projects
- Annual Mountain Cleanups & Work Days
King of the Mountain Hill Climb:
The loudest party in the East returns on Saturday, April 26. The 4th. Annual King of the Mountain Hill Climb will sell out fast! For all the info and the event rundown, click the link below.
mainelyskiing.com/king-of-the-mountain
LVCP Duck Derby:
The LVCP Duck Derby is happening on April 26th at Lost Valley. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top 5 fastest ducks. See the schedule of events below.
- Restaurant / Brewpub open – 11:00am-4:00pm
- Last chance to enter a Duck in the race – 1:00pm
- Race Start – 2:00pm
- Winners Announced – 3:00pm
Purchase your duck for $12 online by clicking the link below.
Sugarloaf Marathon:
The Sugarloaf Marathon, a Boston Marathon qualifier, draws global runners to scenic Western Maine. Taking place on Sunday, May 11, and certified by USATF, it’s one of the nation’s fastest courses, with a 1,500-runner limit. Learn more below.
mainelyskiing.com/sugarloaf-marathon
Titcomb T-Bars Update:
After 50 years of service, the two T-bars have reached the end of their journey. T-Bar 2 has been condemned and urgently needs replacement before next season. Your assistance not only saves the mountain from potential closure, but also breathes new life into our community. If you are in a position to donate please see the information below:
Mother’s Day Brunch at Sunday River:
This Mother’s Day, focus on what matters most—spending time together. Let Sunday River handle the cooking while you celebrate Mom over a delicious brunch at Camp. Gather the family, raise a mimosa, and enjoy a morning filled with love, laughter, and incredible food—just like Mom deserves! See the menu below.
Brand New Prints:
Decorate your house or condo with photos from Maine Ski Mountains. We offer them just as is or framed. Check out the print shop today!
Featured Events Page:
Check out the latest page on the website: Featured Events. This is a page where we share the big events happening at Maine ski areas that you don’t want to miss! Check it out below:
mainelyskiing.com/featured-events
Start Preparing For Summer:
Already thinking of longer days, warmer temps, and mountain towns filled with people? Start planning your epic summer trip complete with mountain biking, golf, fishing, and more by visiting our Summer Activities page, linked below.
mainelyskiing.com/summer-activities
Webcams:
Keep an eye on your favorite mountain with their webcams. With multiple cameras, you’re guaranteed to get the best view. Watching the sunset? you can go back in time if you missed the best part. Check them out. by clicking the link below!
Last Chair:
For those who skied in the great 207 on Tuesday, you know your day was quickly changed. The two resorts still open for mid-week skiing saw afternoon lightning storms, which closed both Sunday River and Sugarloaf. The Loaf actually saw some problems related to the lighting, as King Pine is still closed. See the full weather report below and make sure to keep an eye on our Resort Status page as only three resorts are left!
Weather:
Saddleback’s closing weekend is looking a little shaky right now. We’re expecting light rain on Saturday morning, followed by strong winds on Sunday. Keep tabs on the Mountain Lift Status page as the winds could affect lift operations.
| Day: | Friday: | Saturday: | Sunday: |
| High: | 55°  | 64°  | 51°  |
| Low: | 28° | 44° | 31° |
Happy Easter Weekend!
– Keegan
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