Carrabassett’s emerging reputation as a destination for mountain bikers is attracting more visitors in the warmer months, & WSKI is always on board with any organization who encourages outdoor activities such as biking, SO we invited Nancy Grant to be our guest to share news about BikeMaine, an event offered by the Bicycle Coalition of Maine, a nonprofit organization with more than 5,000 members working to make Maine better through biking and walking. Although the event does not encompass our region, we support the “Get Outside” message! BikeMaine is a fully-supported, seven day cycling tour held in mid-September; cyclists pedal an average of 55 miles per day along moderately challenging terrain from Maine’s rocky coastline, to the foothills & lakes inland to Bethel. FMI: ride.bikemaine.org/
Maine Huts & Trails for Outside Television
A few years ago, video producer Dave Huot showcased the new & growing Maine Huts & Trails to our affiliates across the USA with this video that aired from Coast to Coast. There are now FOUR Huts, & some faces have moved on to other ventures, but the jist of the piece remains relevant: MHT has the answers to your desire to cross-country ski, or hike or bike in the warmer months, through the Maine High Peaks region’s beautiful terrain, & enjoy the comforts of food & accommodation provided at the Huts at the end of your adventure!! Book your reservation today!! mainehuts.org
Hit the Trails!
By land or water, motor or people powered, there are so many ways to have a great time outdoors & see awesome vistas along the way all throughout the Maine High Peaks region, so get out & play, & thanks to everyone whose hard work makes it possible, as well as landowners on whose property they let us pass!
Mountain Bike Preparation for Maximum Fun!
Carrabassett Valley’s Bike Shop expert shares some valuable info to Know Before You Go with a few simple steps to check your mountain bike out & your personal gear as well to ensure you are good to go!! Outdoors adventures are way better when you can plan for the unexpected & avoid breakdowns; thanks, Bob, for this great advice!
Take a Hike! West Kennebago mountain
Located just about an hour’s drive from the Sugarloaf region and 20 min. from downtown Rangeley is West Kennebago Mountain. This is a moderate hike taking about 3.5 hours with its summit elevation topping out above 3700 feet. Driving directions to the Trailhead from Rangeley: Take Route 16 west from Oquossoc (toward Wilson’s Mills) 4.8 miles to the dirt road on the right (Morton Cut-off Road). Go 3.2 miles and take a right at the intersection. Travel 5.3 miles to the trail. The trails is marked with a sign and red blazes.
