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
29 / 68
42%
Sugarloaf
53 / 176
30%
Sunday River
83 / 139
59%
Pleasant Mountain
27 / 47
61%
Trail of the Day: Lower Spillway (Sugarloaf)
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!
U.S. National Toboggan Championship @ Camden Snow Bowl
February 6
February 8
Three Days
WinterKids Family Day at BigRock
February 8
February 8
One Day
The Gambler Uphill Challenge at Saddleback
February 8
February 8
One Day
Winter Festival at Pleasant Mountain:
The Winter Festival is tonight! Meet in Blizzard’s Pub before the visual extravaganza. They’ll send out the evening with a torchlight parade followed by a fantastic fireworks display at 8:30 pm. Start making your plans now! Learn more below.
The Vertical Challenge returns to BigRock on January 3 for a full day of racing, giveaways, sponsor goodies, and pure winter joy. This is a family-friendly stop with big personality, perfect for first-timers and returning VC legends.
Timeline: 7:30–11:00 AM Registration 9:00 AM–1:30 PM Sponsor Village 10:00 AM–12:00 PM Racing 1:30 PM Awards Celebration
Join other WinterKids Familes for their Family Day at Lost Valley this Sunday. WinterKids Passport Family Members will have access to One free junior lift ticket with the purchase of a full-priced lift ticket. Discounted tickets for siblings and accompanying adults and an active WinterKids Passport family membership is required to take advantage of special offers on this Family Day. Please see details in the mobile app for all additional terms and deal restrictions.
Electric Mountain is an exciting full weekend of EDM music, taking place Friday, January 9 & Saturday, January 10, 2026. Trade in your ski boots for dancing shoes for an electrifying weekend, both on and off the slopes. Learn more below.
The 4th Vertical Challenge at Saddleback is on January 11. Skiers and snowboarders are divided by gender and age to compete for gold, silver, and bronze medals in each category. In addition to the races, attendees enjoy a festival element, featuring snowy activities, games, free samples, and swag for all ages, plus prizes given away throughout a fun day at the mountain. Don’t miss the fun!
Check out the Skier Services page on our website. This page is filled to the brim with things skiers will find helpful. With pages like a resort status page, mountain guides to Saddleback, Sugarloaf, Sunday River, Pleasant Mountain, Black Mountain of Maine, Camden Snow Bowl, and Lost Valley (With more to come, stay tuned), and more. Find it all on the Skier Services page from the website or by clicking the link below.
Bring the outside in with our various ski-related prints. Complete your house or ski condo with photos of Maine Ski Mountains. We offer 20×16″ prints or framed options as well! Check out the print shop today!
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:
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!
Phew, I’m glad that… whatever it was, is done and snowmakers can return to the hill to refresh everything. I guess it wasn’t all bad since some mountains picked up 6 inches of snow. The good news is that the fresh snow was mixed into the existing snow, making for a smoother surface.
Weather:
It’s going to be a chilly one out there this weekend! Make sure you are protected from the cold and wind with face coverings, gloves, and goggles. Take breaks often, espically if you’re skiing with little ones.
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 *Reopening Tomorrow*
10 / 68
14%
Sugarloaf
51 / 176
28%
Sunday River
49 / 139
35%
Pleasant Mountain *Reopening Tomorrow*
12 / 47
25%
Trail of the Day: Lower Lazy River (Sunday River)
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!
You guys see what I see?? That’s a new snowmaking pump at Big Moose Mountain. The good thing is that they can use this rainy weekend to get everything installed, tested, and ready to pump many gallons of water onto the slopes. See their Facebook post using the link below.
A group of locals are stepping up to save Hermon Mountain. While they haven’t officially closed yet, a deal is in the works. Read the full story using the link below.
Start planning for a great week in the mountains of Maine by visiting our Christmas Vacation Week page. This is your one-stop-shop for all things happening at your mountain. With daily event information, and other things to get you prepared and safe, check it out at the link below.
While Mt. Abram originally wanted to open today, they decided to push it back to tomorrow due to the weather. I think you’ll appreciate that, so the snowpack stays good. Read their mountain report for the details.
Big Moose Mountain just announced that they are doubling uphill capacity, carrying more skiers and riders to the summit of Big Moose Mountain, with their latest purchase of a 12-passenger BR275 snow cat. The new cat will serve as their primary way up to the top and will provide uninterrupted service to their 2,950’ summit during peak riding days.
To help bring this investment to Moosehead, the mountain is pre-selling a limited number of 10-pack punch cards for $250, as well as 8 summit sponsorships that include custom lettering on the cat and a private ski day for your group for $2,500. Either option makes a perfect gift of experience this holiday season and supports a local non-profit ski mountain. For all the details, click the link below.
Need some new gear as we prepare for the upcoming season? Check out our Sizing Charts page which has specs for ski boots, poles, helmets, and skis. See the page by clicking the link below.
Check out the Skier Services page on our website. This page is filled to the brim with things skiers will find helpful. With pages like a resort status page, mountain guides to Saddleback, Sugarloaf, Sunday River, Pleasant Mountain, Black Mountain of Maine, Camden Snow Bowl, and Lost Valley (With more to come, stay tuned), and more. Find it all on the Skier Services page from the website or by clicking the link below.
Bring the outside in with our various ski related prints. Complete your house or ski condo with photos of Maine Ski Mountains. We offer 20×16″ prints or framed options as well! Check out the print shop today!
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:
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!
This week was looking good, but around Wednesday, we all knew something bad was coming. Thankfully, it’s just looking like today has the issues and we should be returning to normal rather quickly.
Weather:
What a wacky day! High winds, rain, and some mountains are closed. Maybe today is an ‘inside day’ made for games and relaxing, getting yourself ready to hit the trails hard this weekend. After this short hiccup, temps will drop, testing the grooming teams across the state. Keep an eye on the current lift status with our Mountain Lift Status page.
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
10 / 68
15%
Sugarloaf
29 / 176
16%
Sunday River
31 / 139
22%
Pleasant Mountain *Opening Tomorrow*
4 / 47
9%
Trail of the Day: Blue Devil (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!
Saddleback is now open for the weekend. The resort will close on Monday, but reopen for the season on the following Friday, December 12. The mountain will open with the following trails:
Pleasant Mountain, Boyne’s third mountain in Maine, will open for the season next Saturday, December 6. Just like Saddleback, Pleasant Mountain will close on Monday, reopening for the season on Friday, December 12. The mountain plans to open with the following trails:
Sugarloaf will be offering a Demo Day tomorrow, Saturday, December 7. For a small fee, you can test out various skis from Völkl, Atomic, Stöckli, Nordica, VAN DEER, Blizzard, Winterstick, and more. Get in on the action by clicking the link below.
Santa will be coming to town on Saturday, December 13, accompanied by Amos & friends. Sugarloaf will kick off vacation week and spread the holiday cheer with warm treats, music on the beach, fireworks, and more! Read more and see all the activities by clicking the link below.
Join Sunday River and over 300 other Santas as they cruise down South Ridge to support a great cause. Santa Sunday is on Sunday, December 14 and all the proceeds go to the River Fund, a non-profit organization that supports youth education and recreation in the Bethel area. Learn more and sign up by clicking the link below.
Need some new gear as we prepare for the upcoming season? Check out our Sizing Charts page which has specs for ski boots, poles, helmets, and skis. See the page by clicking the link below.
Start planning for a great week in the mountains of Maine by visiting our Christmas Vacation Week page. This is your one-stop-shop for all things happening at your mountain. With daily event information, and other things to get you prepared and safe, check it out at the link below.
Check out the Skier Services page on our website. This page is filled to the brim with things skiers will find helpful. With pages like a resort status page, mountain guides to Saddleback, Sugarloaf, Sunday River, Pleasant Mountain, Black Mountain of Maine, Camden Snow Bowl, and Lost Valley (With more to come, stay tuned), and more. Find it all on the Skier Services page from the website or by clicking the link below.
Bring the outside in with our various ski related prints. Complete your house or ski condo with photos of Maine Ski Mountains. We offer 20×16″ prints or framed options as well! Check out the print shop today!
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:
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!
Well Mainely Skiers, with five mountains to choose from by Saturday, I figured I should leave it short and sweet this week so you have all the time you need to get your gear prepped for the season.
Snowmaking temps continued throughout the week, allowing the resorts to open with lots of trails, and the resorts already open able to expand quickly.
Weather:
This weekend will be a chilly one, so make sure you have good base layers. The lows will dip to around -7, with the wind chill making it feel even lower. Make sure you don’t have exposed skin, take breaks, and look out for little ones as frost bite could happen in these temperatures. For those planning some weekday skiing, you will also want to bundle up as next week, temps drop.
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
0 / 68
0%
Sugarloaf
22 / 176
12%
Sunday River
12 / 139
8%
Pleasant Mountain
0 / 47
0%
Trail of the Day: King’s Landing (Sugarloaf)
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!
When making your shopping rounds today, don’t forget to stock up on all your favorites! Enjoy up to 25% off on select merchandise. Shop using the link below.
Head on down to the Portland Expo at Park Ave in Portland on November 29 for their annual Ski Sale & Winter Expo. The Doors open at 8:00am and the sale goes until 3:00pm. Admission is free and the deals can be had all day long. Learn more using the link below.
Saddleback will open for the season next Friday, December 5. For a complete list of trails and when the mountain will open, check out the mountain report using the link below.
Pleasant Mountain, Boyne’s third mountain in Maine, will open for the season next Saturday, December 6. Keep tabs on their mountain report page for a complete idea of what opening day looks like in Bridgton. Click the link below.
Sugarloaf will be offering a Demo Day next, Saturday, December 7. For a small fee, you can test out various skis from Völkl, Atomic, Stöckli, Nordica, VAN DEER, Blizzard, Winterstick, and more. Get in on the action by clicking the link below.
Santa will be coming to town on Saturday, December 13, accompanied by Amos & friends. Sugarloaf will kick off vacation week and spread the holiday cheer with warm treats, music on the beach, fireworks, and more! Read more and see all the activities by clicking the link below.
Join Sunday River and over 300 other Santas as they cruise down South Ridge to support a great cause. Santa Sunday is on Sunday, December 14 and all the proceeds go to the River Fund, a non-profit organization that supports youth education and recreation in the Bethel area. Learn more and sign up by clicking the link below.
Need some new gear as we prepare for the upcoming season? Check out our Sizing Charts page which has specs for ski boots, poles, helmets, and skis. See the page by clicking the link below.
Start planning for a great week in the mountains of Maine by visiting our Christmas Vacation Week page. This is your one-stop-shop for all things happening at your mountain. With daily event information, and other things to get you prepared and safe, check it out at the link below.
Check out the Skier Services page on our website. This page is filled to the brim with things skiers will find helpful. With pages like a resort status page, mountain guides to Saddleback, Sugarloaf, Sunday River, Pleasant Mountain, Black Mountain of Maine, Camden Snow Bowl, and Lost Valley (With more to come, stay tuned), and more. Find it all on the Skier Services page from the website or by clicking the link below.
Bring the outside in with our various ski related prints. Complete your house or ski condo with photos of Maine Ski Mountains. We offer 20×16″ prints or framed options as well! Check out the print shop today!
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:
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!
Snowmaking continued through the early parts of the week, but came to a screeching halt when temps that were closer to 50 degrees came to town. Thankfully, we’re watching it briefly return to normal this weekend.
Weather:
Briefly is the big name this weekend. Look at those forecasted temps. We’re looking forward to a nice little dip in the weather, which will allow the snowmakers to get back out… but briefly. It’s looking like we’ll have another warmup starting Sunday night and continuing throughout the early part of next week.
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
0 / 68
0%
Sugarloaf
8 / 176
4%
Sunday River
10 / 139
7%
Pleasant Mountain
0 / 47
0%
Trail of the Day: Sluce (Sugarloaf)
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!
Sugarloaf has welcomed it’s skiers and riders back to the slopes on today, sending the first chair up for their 75th season. While opening day is here and first chair has left 28 minutes ago, the opening weekend activities will happen all weekend long! Learn more and follow along with their mountain report below.
If you want to exchange your child’s outgrown ski boots for a larger size or pick up a lightly used pair for $35, head up to Big Moose Mountain on Saturday, November 22. Merchandise and lift ticket bundle deals also available. While you’re in Greenville, don’t miss the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train which will be in Greenville Junction at approximately 6:30pm. Learn more about the boot swap using the link below.
Lost Valley is once again hosting their Pre-Season Rail Jam. Check it out on Saturday, November 22 from 6:10pm on! Plus, with music in the pub, you won’t want to miss it! Learn more below
Join Sunday River around the table for a lovely Thanksgiving meal. The folks from Camp will be cooking a tasteful turkey with all the sides you could imagine. Happening from 12:00am-8:00pm, you can’t miss this!
Make your holiday memorable with 45 North’s Thanksgiving offerings. Join them for their traditional buffet featuring a chef-driven seasonal menu, or simplify your celebration with their convenient takeout option. Either way, you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time with the people who matter most.
Mt. Jefferson is offering tickets for $30 (adult rate) this season. Season passes are $259 (adult rate) and they are actively looking for volunteers to help run the mountain. If you or someone you know would like to volunteer, click the link below.
Join Sunday River and over 200 other Santas as they cruise down South Ridge to support a great cause. Santa Sunday is on Sunday, December 14 and all the proceeds go to the River Fund, a non-profit organization that supports youth education and recreation in the Bethel area. Learn more and sign up by clicking the link below.
Need some new gear as we prepare for the upcoming season? Check out our Sizing Charts page which has specs for ski boots, poles, helmets, and skis. See the page by clicking the link below.
Start planning for a great week in the mountains of Maine by visiting our Christmas Vacation Week page. This is your one-stop-shop for all things happening at your mountain. With daily event information, and other things to get you prepared and safe, check it out at the link below.
Head on down to the Portland Expo at Park Ave in Portland on November 29 for their annual Ski Sale & Winter Expo. The Doors open at 8:00am and the sale goes until 3:00pm. Admission is free and the deals can be had all day long. Learn more using the link below.
Check out the Skier Services page on our website. This page is filled to the brim with things skiers will find helpful. With pages like a resort status page, mountain guides to Saddleback, Sugarloaf, Sunday River, Pleasant Mountain, Black Mountain of Maine, Camden Snow Bowl, and Lost Valley (With more to come, stay tuned), and more. Find it all on the Skier Services page from the website or by clicking the link below.
Bring the outside in with our various ski related prints. Complete your house or ski condo with photos of Maine Ski Mountains. We offer 20×16″ prints or framed options as well! Check out the print shop today!
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:
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!
Today, Sugarloaf sent the first skiers and riders up the mountain and has opened for the 2025-26 ski season. The two Boyne-owned resorts are open, but that’s not stopping the snowmakers and groomers from getting out there and working extremely hard to bring us an incredible early-season product.
Weather:
The cold temps were here for the majority of the week, but things will warm up slightly today. The temperatures will return to normal snowmaking weather as we progress further into the weekend. This is great news for Saddleback, Pleasant Mountain, BigRock, and Black Mountain of Maine for their snowmaking efforts.
Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Fall Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox whenever we release new emails. In this email, we will highlight all the fall activities in or around the mountains of Maine!
Happy Halloween, Mainely Skiers!
When trick or treating later tonight, make sure to walk on sidewalks or paths at all times. If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic as far to the left as possible. Watch for cars that are turning or backing up. Never dart out into the street or cross between parked cars. Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or stickers and, if possible, choose light colored costumes.
If going door-to-door isn’t your style, make sure to watch for kids. Drive slowly and take extra time to look for kids at intersections. Enter and exit driveways slowly and carefully. Get rid of any distractions, like your phone, so you can concentrate on the road and your surroundings. Turn your headlights on earlier in the day to spot children from greater distances. Popular trick-or-treating hours are 4:30pm. to 9:30pm but be aware all day long.
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!
Pleasant Mountain is looking for great team members to join them for the 2025-26 winter season. If you have a passion for skiing, snowboarding, or the mountain lifestyle they’d love to meet you. Check it out this Saturday, November 1st in Blizzard’s Pub from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Learn more using the link below.
The WinterKids Passport 2025/26 Annual Membership goes on sale this Saturday, November 1. If you want to continue being in the WinterKids Passport Family, make sure you renew your annual membership! Renew using the link below.
Need some new gear as we prepare for the upcoming season? Check out our Sizing Charts page which has specs for ski boots, poles, helmets, and skis. See the page by clicking the link below.
The Brunswick Parks & Rec Ski & Skate Sale is happening on Sunday, November 2 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Check it out at the Brunswick Recreation Center at Brunswick Landing, 220 Neptune Drive, Brunswick. Learn more below.
This week, Sugarloaf’s team of snowmakers got up to the Skyline area to test the guns on the Sluice and Spillway trails. Read the full mountain report or watch the video by clicking the links below.
Stock up on everything you will need based on your skill level with our Gear Guide. Complete with the best gear at each price point, as well as my favorite gear (what I’m currently using). Check it out by clicking the link below.
Join the Freeport/Brunswick Ski Boosters on Sunday, November 2nd, from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm at the Freeport High School Gym (30 Holbrook Street) and get your winter gear now while prices are low and choices are plentiful! Learn more below.
Head over to Lost Valley on Sunday, November 9th from 9:00am – 2:00pm for the Auburn Ski Association Ski Swap. Find skis, snowboards, nordic skis, boots, and race gear. For more information about the Auburn Ski Association or the ski swap, click the link below.
Visit Sugarloaf’s most popular reception venue, the King Pine Room, come to life during their 3rd Annual Sugarloaf Bridal Show. On Sunday, November 9, experience Sugarloaf from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Learn more below.
Start planning for a great week in the mountains of Maine by visiting our Christmas Vacation Week page. This is your one-stop-shop for all things happening at your mountain. With daily event information, and other things to get you prepared and safe, check it out at the link below.
Join Black Mountain of Maine as they gear up and fundraise for the upcoming ski season at their annual Dinner, Silent & Live Auction. On Saturday, November 15, the base lodge will be buzzing with lots of activities. More info on the auction coming later. Learn more below.
Join the friendly staff at Camden Snow Bowl from 3-6pm at their lodge for a celebration of the season to come! Meet the staff, sign up for programs, and purchase your season pass. Food, drink and raffle prizes await. Learn more below.
Sugarloaf is currently planning on welcoming the skiers of Maine back to their slopes on Friday, November 21, sending the first chair up for their 75th season. Learn more and follow along with their mountain report below.
Head on down to the Portland Expo at Park Ave in Portland on November 29 for their annual Ski Sale & Winter Expo. The Doors open at 8:00am and the sale goes until 3:00pm. Admission is free and the deals can be had all day long. Learn more using the link below.
Check out the Skier Services page on our website. This page is filled to the brim with things skiers will find helpful. With pages like a resort status page, mountain guides to Saddleback, Sugarloaf, Sunday River, Pleasant Mountain, Black Mountain of Maine, Camden Snow Bowl, and Lost Valley (With more to come, stay tuned), and more. Find it all on the Skier Services page from the website or by clicking the link below.
Bring the outside in with our various ski related prints. Complete your house or ski condo with photos of Maine Ski Mountains. We offer 20×16″ prints or framed options as well! Check out the print shop today!
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:
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!
Surprisingly, that early-season snowfall has been holding on nicely at the summits of Sugarloaf and Saddleback. The incoming rain, however, might wash it away. All eyes are now on the first week of November! Start to do those snow dances, and I guess add cold weather dances to your routine as well.
Weather:
If you’re headed out to trick or treat tonight, make sure to add an umbrella to your costume as it will be wet out there! Make sure you’re wearing reflective objects as the rain will make it next to impossible to see people on the roads.
We’re looking at some cold temperatures this weekend and Killington has already shared they are anticipating to fire up a record-breaking 196 snow guns. It is possible that we see either Sugarloaf or Sunday River fire up, even if it’s just for a short time. If they don’t end up making snow, don’t worry as after the short hiccup next Monday and Tuesday, the lows will be perfect for peak performance.
Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Summer Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox whenever we release new emails. In this email, we will highlight all the summer activities in or around the Rangeley Area!
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!
41st Annual Blue Mountain Crafts Fair @ Sunday River
October 11
October 12
Two Days
Sunday River Fall Fest
October 11
October 12
Two Days
Sugarloaf Homecoming Weekend
October 11
October 12
Two Days
Fall Fanale @ Sugarloaf Golf Course
October 18
October 18
One Day
Titcomb Breaks Ground Tomorrow:
Titcomb Mountain recently posted sharing that tomorrow is the groundbreaking event for their new T-Bar. It’s scheduled for Saturday, August 30 at 10:00am. Check out the event and stop by to stand beside a community.
On a Facebook post that was shared from the resort this week, they showed a video of some explosions happening on and around some popular trails off the Locke Mountain area. The work, which will allow for a new booster house around the mid-station of the Locke Mountain Trple. Check out the video explaining it all by clicking the link below.
Big Moose Mountain in Greenville has been very busy these last few days. Crews have been hard at work trimming the upper mountain trails. You can help donate to this great cause by using the link below.
Sugarloaf will once again be hosting the Summer Après Series on the Beach. The free concerts on the beach will be performed by the the following artists on the dates below.
Registration is now open for Sugarloaf’s 7th Annual Swig and Swing event at the Sugarloaf Golf Course. Happening on Friday, October 10, don’t miss it. Sign up and learn more below.
As the days get warmer, we’re starting to think about summer activities. There’s a lot to do in the Western Maine mountains during the “off-season”, and we want to lay it all out for you. Click over to the Summer Activities page to see the rundown, linked below!
Bring the outside in with our various ski related prints. Complete your house or ski condo with photos of Maine Ski Mountains. We offer 20×16″ prints or framed options as well! Check out the print shop today!
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:
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!
As we get ready for another weekend, we’ve seen a week of cool temperatures and mostly great conditions. These conditions allowed Black Mountain to install 5 new snow guns.
Weather:
Those are some cool, fall-like temperatures. And while we’re looking at some scattered showers throughout the day today and tomorrow, we aren’t expecting much rain. Once the rain has passed, check out our Summer Activities page filled with everything you could want to do in the Maine mountains.
Welcome to the Mainely Skiing Summer Email! This email will be sent straight to your inbox whenever we release new emails. In this email, we will highlight all the summer activities in or around the Rangeley Area!
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!
Sugarloaf Mountain Bike Park Tentative Opening Day
July 4
July 4
One Day
Scenic Lift Rides @ Sugarloaf
July 4
August 31
Every Fri-Sun
Fireworks @ Sunday River
July 5
July 5
One Day
Summer Après Series @ Sugarloaf
July 11
July 11
One Day
44th. Annual Logging Festival in Rangeley
July 11
July 12
Two Days
Ruff Mountain @ Sunday River
July 11
July 12
Two Days
Pink Talking Fish @ Sunday River
July 25
July 26
Two Days
Tough Mountain Challenge @ Sunday River
July 26
July 27
Two Days
Mini Mountain Challenge @ Sunday River
July 27
July 27
One Day
Cheap Trick @ Rangeley Health and Wellness
July 27
July 27
One Day
Oquossoc Day 2025
August 16
August 16
One Day
Summer Après Series @ Sugarloaf
August 22
August 22
One Day
Summer Après Series @ Sugarloaf
September 26
September 26
One Day
Rangeley Birding Festival:
The Rangeley Birding Festival is a four-day event that is all about birds in and around the Rangeley area. Starting next weekend on Thursday, June 5 through Sunday, June 8. With signature events like lift rides up Saddleback’s Rangeley Express, A Paddle on the Kennebago River, and activities for all ages. Purchase tickets on their website below and see the full event schedule there.
Downeast Magazine’s Best of Maine 2025 voting is now open. Five ski mountains are on the list this year. Camden Snow Bowl, Mt. Abram, Saddleback, Sugarloaf, and Sunday River are all up for the title of Best Ski Mountain in Maine. While I won’t tell you which mountain I voted for, here are my other votes for the categories:
Food & Drink:
Bakery – Momo’s Cheesecakes
Bar – Bigelow Brewing Company
Brewery – Bigelow Brewing Company
Chocolatier – Wilbur’s of Maine
Coffee Roasters – Carrabassett Coffee Roasters
Hard-Cider Maker – Ricker Hill Mainiac Hard Cider
Ice-Cream Maker – Fielder’s Choice
Arts & Culture:
Maine Pro or College Sports Mascot – Slugger / Portland Sea Dogs
Head on up to Saddleback on National Trails Day, this Saturday, June 7, for a hike with the Maine Appalachian Trail Club. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today! Learn more and sign up using the link below:
The Saddleback Bike Park will be opening their trails to pedal power only next Friday, June 13th. While the South Branch Quad isn’t slated to open until July 3, the trails are ready to rip. Check out the map and purchase tickets using the link below.
The Lupine Festival will be happening on Saturday, June 14 from 10:00am-4:00pm at the Outdoor Heritage Museum. Located at 8 Rumford Road in Oquossoc, over 40 local Maine vendors will be there. The Museum and its store will also be open for visitors. Admission is free but access to the museum’s exhibits are $8.00 for adults and free for kids 12 and under. Learn more on their website below.
Black Mountain of Maine’s board of directors presents the annual golf tournament at Oakdale Country Club. This 18 hole, 4 ball scramble is on June 14th with an 8:00am registration & 9:00am start. Lunch will be at 2:00pm & is included with the registration fee. The deadline to register is May 28th. Learn more below.
The Titcomb Ski Club Educational Foundation will be hosting a golf tournament on Monday, June 16. Shotgun start at 9:00am at Sugarloaf Golf Course. For additional questions or to register, click the link below.
A brand new sticker has just hit the shop with the release of the state’s new pine tree license plate. The new sticker matches our Chickadee Plate with “Skier” as the text. Pick one up today to match your new plate!
Mt. Abram has been hard at work getting their mountain bike trails and lifts ready to go. Unfortunately, their lifts need some work before they can load guests. This lift work has resulted in the bike park opening much later than anticipated with the opening date set for June 19. Learn more and purchase tickets below.
On Monday, Big Moose Mountain attended the Town of Greenville’s meeting where they received a $50,000 pledge toward the acquisition of the ski resort property, thanks to a strong showing of support. On Tuesday, the Watt Family and the Indian Hill Trading Post put up a matching $50,000 pledge toward the mission. The non-profit is looking good right now but there is still lots to go! If you have the ability to donate, the link is below.
Head over to Sugarloaf Golf Course on Saturday, June 21 for their Elyte Performance Fitting presented by Callaway. Join us the folks from Callaway as they share the game-changing innovations in this incredible new lineup of drivers. Learn more below.
This two-day, 40-mile paddling event is part of the Maine High Peaks PaddleFest and goes from June 21 to June 22. For more information and to register, click the link below.
Kick start summer at Sunday River with loads of events and fireworks on July 5. Join other skiers and riders from Sunday River for the unofficial start of the summer season at the resort. With live music, fireworks, scenic chairlift rides, and more! See the full schedule of events below.
‘New England’s Newest Mountain Bike Park’ will be opening in the Whiffletree Area on July 4th weekend. Lift tickets are as low as $25 for the whole day. On Friday and Saturday, the lift will spin from 10:00am – 6:00pm and 10:00am – 4:00pm on Sundays. Learn more and purchase your ticket by clicking the link below.
The 44th Annual Logging Festival will be taking place in Rangeley Maine on July 11th and 12th. This year’s parade theme is “Forests From Around The World”. The parade will be on Saturday, July 12 and everyone is welcome to enter a float. To learn more, contact the Maine Forestry Museum’s Parade Coordinator, Linda Sikes at (207) 491-6566. See their website below.
Sunday River’s Annual Ruff Mountain, a weekend filled with dogs. Dock-jumping dogs, live music, great food, and plenty of fun for the whole family is waiting for you at Sunday River on July 11th and 12th. Learn more and see the full event rundown below.
Sugarloaf will once again be hosting the Summer Après Series on the Beach. The free concerts on the beach will be performed by the the following artists on the dates below.
Pink Talking Fish will be at Sunday River on both Friday, July 25 and Saturday July 26. Tickets are now avalable to be purhcased through Sunday River by clicking the link below.
The Tough Mountain Challenge comes to South Ridge on Saturday, July 26 with the Mini Mountain Challenge for the kiddos on Sunday, July 27. See the course, learn more, and register by clicking the link below.
As the days get warmer, we’re starting to think about summer activities. There’s a lot to do in the Western Maine mountains during the “off-season”, and we want to lay it all out for you. Click over to the Summer Activities page to see the rundown, linked below!
Bring the outside in with our various ski related prints. Complete your house or ski condo with photos of Maine Ski Mountains. We offer 20×16″ prints or framed options as well! Check out the print shop today!
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:
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!
I wasn’t complaining about those warm temps we saw in the later part of this week. The sunshine was a welcome change from what has become the normal of clouds, rain, and cold weather.
Weather:
We’re looking at a little bit of a cool down compared to the recent temperatures. Although this brings it back to normal temps this time of year, the rain isn’t looking good. Take today or Sunday and get out, swing a club, explore the birds, or hit any of your favorite hiking trails.
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
0 / 68
0%
Sugarloaf
38 / 176
21%
Sunday River
12 / 139
8%
Pleasant Mountain
0 / 47
0%
Trail of the Day: Firestar (Sunday River)
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!
Sugarloaf Mountain Bike Park Tentative Opening Day
July 4
July 4
One Day
Pink Talking Fish @ Sunday River
July 25
July 26
Two Days
Tough Mountain Challenge @ Sunday River
July 26
July 27
Two Days
Mini Mountain Challenge @ Sunday River
July 27
July 27
One Day
Oquossoc Day 2025
August 16
August 16
One Day
Sunday River Reopens This Weekend:
Sunday River is once again spinning the Jordan 8 on Saturday and Sunday this weekend before closing for the season on Sunday. Find their spring operating schedule along with our resort status page below.
Sugarloaf has announced that they could possibly close for the season on Sunday. They also shared that there could be a bonus day next Saturday where they would be open but that will depend on snowpack. For the full news, keep tabs on both our Resort Status page and their snow report.
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.
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.
On a video posted to YouTube on Saturday, a young skier was walking down the Ruby Palace trail before slipping and dislodging a rock. The rock tumbled down the trail until it hit a tower on the Oz Quad.
This is a reminder that you should never take your skis off and walk down any trail. Watch the video by clicking the link below.
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.
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.
Black Mountain of Maine’s board of directors presents the annual golf tournament at Oakdale Country Club. This 18 hole, 4 ball scramble is on June 14th with an 8:00am registration & 9:00am start. Lunch will be at 2:00pm & is included with the registration fee. The deadline to register is May 28th. Learn more below.
This two-day, 40-mile paddling event is part of the Maine High Peaks PaddleFest and goes from June 21 to June 22. For more information and to register, click the link below.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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, use the link below or scan the Venmo QR code.
Thanks to your support, Titcomb is already over halfway to their goal.
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.
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:
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!
Another solid week of skiing in Maine, which was good as this could be the final weekend of the season. Catch the potential final weather report of the 2024-25 ski season below. Keep an eye on our Resort Status page as only two resorts are left!
Weather:
We’re forecasting some wet weather for this weekend. If you aren’t out today, you’re most likely missing out on the final good day of the season. With heavy rain on Saturday and Sunday, make sure to pack a poncho if you’re heading out for the final turns. Keep tabs on the Mountain Lift Status page as the winds could affect lift operations.
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!
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 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 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.
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 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.
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.
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 recently started taking tee times for the upcoming golf season. Explore the course and book your next gorgeous, yet challenging round below.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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:
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.
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:
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.
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!
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.
