There’s no better way to enjoy the beauty of the snowy Maine woods and fields than on a pair of cross-country skis or snowshoes. The Bethel region provides plenty of terrain.

For more than 50 years, Mt. Abram has been Maine’s premier family ski area. While retaining its old school vibe of fun and friendliness, Mt. Abram has stayed true to its roots. Mt. Abram is comprised of 1,150 vertical feet, five lifts, 51 trails and two base lodges. There is terrain for all ability levels, including the Westside, with a separate […]

Maine Adaptive Sports and Recreation, which provides opportunities for those with disabilities to get out and enjoy the outdoors all year long, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote year-round education and training to children and adults with disabilities. The programs are designed to develop skills, independence and fun through active recreation. Founded […]

Located in the heart of the Broad Street Historic District in Bethel —established in 1768 and incorporated in 1796 — the Museums of the Bethel Historical Society provide visitors with a doorway to the region’s colorful past. Founded in 1966, the Museums of the Bethel Historical Society collect, preserve, display and share the history of […]

The White Mountain National Forest straddles the Maine-New Hampshire border and offers countless opportunities for winter adventure, appealing to seasoned recreationists and novices alike. The nearly 800,000 acres of public land in the White Mountain National Forest is managed by the USDA Forest Service for multiple uses, providing recreation, timber, wildlife habitat, wilderness, and clean air and water. Wintertime in the forest provides unique scenery and a variety of […]

Sunday River Resort offers 135 trails spread across eight interconnected mountain peaks: White Cap, Locke Mountain, Barker Mountain, Spruce Peak, North Peak, Aurora Peak, Oz and Jordan Bowl. Chairlifts Sunday River has 15 lifts. In total, there is one hybrid chairlift/gondola called the Chondola, four high-speed detachable quads, five fixed-grip quads, three triples, one double […]

After a day on the snow, there’s plenty of evening entertainment for families and singles in the Bethel area. Here are some of the options.