How to Go Skiing in Sunday River, Maine

Sunday River has not one, not two, but eight peaks with 131 interconnected trails. Eighteen lifts, including four high-speed quads, take you swiftly to your appointed trail. Of course, no ski area is complete without snowboarding terrain parks. Sunday River features a Superpipe and a staircase. It is near Bethel, Maine, not far north of Portland.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer with Internet access
• Valid credit card

Plan Your Ski Trip to Sunday River

1. Call (800) 543-2SKI to book your on-site lodging at Sunday River, or book online at the Sunday River Web site (see Resources below).
2. Enjoy ritzy ski trip accommodations and excellent service at the Grand Summit Hotel. These accommodations are fairly expensive, but the extensive amenities (like in-room massage services) make the price well worth it.
3. Opt to appreciate the spectacular scenery at the posh Jordan Grand Resort Hotel, where accommodations are likewise moderately expensive.
4. Explore cheaper lodging options at the Snow Cap Inn. Warm hospitality make the standard rooms feel nicer.
5. Gather all your friends and book a group deal. Stay in a condo right next to a ski trail. Find great deals on per-person lodging and lift rates if you have a minimum of 20 people.
6. Steer your car, SUV or minivan on Route 95 from Portland to the area where it meets Route 26 near Bethel, Maine.
7. Save 10 percent if you book your eTickets online. When you arrive at the mountain, your tickets will be waiting for you.

Enjoy Your Ski Trip to Sunday River

8. Decide which trail to ski first. It won't be easy. Do you want thrills or the scenic route? There are trails for every level of skiing you can imagine.
9. Shop 'til you drop. Sunday River Sports is not just a ski shop. It offers apparel as well as everything for skiing and snowboarding, including boot fitting and equipment repair so you'll be safe out on the trail.
10. Ride for days in the six different terrain parks. These terrain parks are designed for every skill level. There are rails, a half pipe, C boxes and more.
11. Count on snow being there, no matter what nature does. Sunday River has the most sophisticated snow making operation in Maine and the entire eastern US.

Tips & Warnings

• Book online directly with Sunday River so your reservations will be waiting for you.
• Check the ski report online at the Sunday River Web site (see Resources below), before you hit the slopes. That way you'll know if any trails are closed.

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