The Kennebec Explorer 2014 Visitor's Guide to Maine's Kennebec Valley | Page 20
Ride the finest Snowmobile & ATV Trails in Maine.
Imagine a breathtaking sunset over the mountains after a
day of all-terrain vehicle (ATV) riding to secluded waterfalls,
wildlife habitats or perhaps a private lookout point. Maybe you
dream of a week spent bundled up against the cold as you
zoom across snow-laden fields on a snowmobile. Our region
offers hundreds of miles of well-maintained back country riding
trails for all skill levels. Whether you’re looking for a short
relaxing ride, a day of mountain trail exploration or perhaps
a longer overnight excursion, snowmobiling and ATVing are
a classic Maine experience you won’t want to miss.
A winter’s day spent zooming across the snowy
landscape of the Upper Kennebec Valley
Travelers have been coming to the Kennebec Valley area
for years for world-class snowmobile riding.
Throughout the region, resorts and camps offer trail riding
right outside their back doors. In fact, one of the best ways
to enjoy a stunning winter landscape is to climb aboard a
snowmobile, rev up the engine and ride to your heart’s
content. Travel through snowy environs of fragrant spruce
and balsam forests, along frozen streams and rivers.
Traverse wide-open fields and vast expanses. Frozen
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lakes and ponds are often crossed, but always check locally
for safe ice conditions. This is a frozen paradise.
Up toward the Canadian border, you’ll discover snowmobile-
friendly towns that you’ve probably never even heard about.
Numerous outfitters, camps, and resorts will provide you
with complete rentals should you need them, from helmets
and sleds, to parts and fuel. But plan ahead and make
reservations.
Those seeking excitement can take part in the action with
the numerous activities, from pancake breakfasts and trail
lunches to competitive events throughout the area. You can
take advantage of guided sled tours, too: from half- and
full-day outings for families and groups to extended trips
of a few days or more. Whatever package you choose,
count on a truly memorable outdoor adventure.
Summer zig-zagging through the woods
and fields of the Upper Kennebec Valley
In the warmer weather, those with a hunger for the trail can easily
find adventure in Maine’s Kennebec Valley, because many trails
are multi-use (summer and winter). Sitting astride an ATV has
so much to offer: exhilaration, endless vistas and raucous fun.
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