Sugarloaf Maine
Mike Feldman & Scott Gregory were our guests on WSKI’s Mountain Report in Jan. 2014 when the Special Olympics were in Carrabassett Valley for the Winter Games. No matter the cold; the event ALWAYS warms our hearts to have so many enjoy fun in the snow as part of this many decades old tradition at Sugarloaf!
Crocker Mountain, at 4,228 ft (1,289 m) is the third highest mountain in Maine after Sugarloaf Mountain, and is traversed by the Appalachian Trail (AT). A glacial cirque called “Crocker Cirque” is located between the main summit and the lower summit of South Crocker Mountain. Crocker Cirque contains a small pond and can be reached via the Appalachian Trail, and this video will take you there!
Most people think of hiking the AT as a summer adventure, but in Maine’s High Peaks, the magic of winter wonderland is best seen on snowshoes when the thru-hikers have long gone & the woods & trails are yours alone to explore, with the leaves gone from the trees & so much more to see along the way! The Appalachian Trail is one of many places to discover & enjoy this winter; watch for wildlife, bring your camera, be prepared, & HAVE FUN OUTSIDE!
Hop in the car and take advantage of some great fall scenery… these two overlooks provide great views and best of all you can drive your car right to them. [Read more…]
For little kids, or anyone new to mountain biking, the short trail off from the parking lot is the perfect single track learners loop with smooth & well drained gravel riding surface, & a taste of the tight tree-lined trails that make High Peaks riding the beautiful thrill it is! Boulders & bedrock, 4000+’ mountains looming above, moose enjoying the greenery, miles of trails waiting to be discovered! Come ride, there’s something for EVERYONE!! [Read more…]
