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During the winter months, families that visit the New England state of Maine have access to winter sports such as skiing and snowmobiling. Much of the land in Maine consists of large recreational areas, such as Baxter State Park and the Allagash Wilderness. Popular lakes such as Millinocket and Sebasticook offer opportunities for ice fishing during the winter months. Nearly all of Maine's attractions are suitable for children and are situated near lodging facilities. - Acadia National Park is near the island city of Bar Harbor, located in south Maine. This park has approximately 35,000 acres and offers over 125 trails and paths for cross-country skiing, snowmobile riding and snowshoeing. Bal Harbor, less than 10 minutes from the park, features restaurants and lodging accommodations for families that are visiting the park. Guided tours provided by the park's rangers are available. Children will enjoy the exhibits at the park's nature center, which provides information on wildlife and plants that can be found in the park. Although young children are allowed to ride on a snowmobile, park rules state that drivers must be at least 14, and all children under 18 must wear protective headgear.
Acadia National Park
P.O. Box 177
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
207-288-3338
nps.gov/acad - The Cozy Moose vacation rentals are on the shores of Moosehead Lake, a body of water of approximately 75,000 acres that offers families opportunities for ice fishing during the winter. The cabin resort is less than 10 minutes from the town of Greenville and has on-site recreational facilities that include trails for snowmobile riding. One of the snowmobile trails is the 160-mile Moosehead Trail that encircles the entire Moosehead Lake area. The Cozy Moose provides families with two to three bedroom cabins that can accommodate up to eight people. Amenities in these cabins include fully furnished kitchens, living rooms with fireplaces, private porches and satellite television. One of the cabins, the Hideaway Luxury Cabin, has a whirlpool tub.
The Cozy Moose on Moosehead Lake
451 Moosehead Lake Road
Greenville, ME 04441
207-695-0242
mooseheadcabins.com - Sugarloaf Resort is on Sugarloaf Mountain, Maine's second highest peak at 4,237 feet. It's 15-minute drive from Sugarloaf Regional Airport. This western Maine ski resort offers 138 trails for alpine and cross-country skiing with 15 lifts, as well as snowmobile riding. Lodging at Sugarloaf is provided by the luxurious Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel, Sugarloaf Inn and private condominiums. Children and adults can take ski lessons at Sugarloaf's ski school. The school also offers programs for children ages 3 to 14. Other kids activities at the Sugar Loaf Fun Center include snow tubing, arcade video games and youth hockey at the outdoor ice rink.
Sugarloaf Resort
5092 Access Road
Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947
207-237-2000
sugarloaf.com
