With so much woodland area accessible and views that you can’t find anywhere else, The Maine Highlands has the perfect serene winter wonderland you’ve been looking for. An excellent way to connect with nature, cross country skiing and snowshoeing allows one to appreciate nature while getting outdoor exercise that is hard to find during the snowy months. Many health enthusiasts and physiologists have stated that cross country skiing is one of the best aerobic exercises, burning as many as 600-900 calories an hour!
With thousands of groomed trails around our region, there’s no reason not to get outside and explore. Pack your binoculars and search for wild birds or woodland creatures, like eagles, deer, and foxes. Contact the local Chamber of Commerce in the region where you want to set out and they’ll let you know about the best trails to hit! Below is a list of some of our favorite groomed trail systems:
New England Outdoor Center Ski Trails
200 Katahdin View Drive, Millinocket
(rentals available)
Penobscot River Trails
2540 Grindstone Road, Grindstone
(rentals available)
The Birches Resort
281 Birches Road, Rockwood
(fee charged to use the trails)
A Fierce Chase Cross Country Ski Trails
246 Elliotsville Road, Monson
Caribou Bog Cross-Country Ski Trails
Taylor Road, Orono
DeMertt Forest Trail System at UMaine
New Balance Student Recreation Center, Orono
