The Outdoor Center

207.237.6830

Winter Fun

  • NHL sized skating rink
  • Bull Moose Bakery
  • 90 KM of groomed Nordic trails
  • New: Fat Bike Rentals

Sugarloaf may be best known as an alpine skiing resort, but tucked away in the woods just minutes from the base area is Maine's largest Nordic center. The lodge is home to a full Nordic retail shop, rental center, and cafe- all surrounded by some of the most picturesque trails in New England. 

  • Open daily from 9-5 all winter
  • On the Sugarloaf Explorer shuttle route
  • Trail fees vary by activity, please choose an activity below for rates
Nordic Conditions
Outdoor Center Trail Map
Winter Biking Map

Outdoor Center Events

Outdoor Center Activities

Alpine Exchange Program

The Alpine Exchange Program lets you access more winter sports than ever. When you purchase a Sugarloaf lift ticket, you also get full access to the Outdoor Center trails and skating rink for the day. It even includes equipment rentals, so there's no need for extra packing. 

  • Proof of lift ticket purchase required, same day only.
  • Valid for activities from 9-4.

Nordic Lessons

The Outdoor Center offers lessons with professional Nordic coaches. Improve your skate-skiing or cross-country skills, or enroll your child in Nordic Bubblecuffers. Private lessons are available, or go with a group. Reservations are always recommended. 

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Nordic Bubblecuffers
Cross-Country Ski Lessons

Important COVID-19 Update

In light of the most recent recommendations and guidance from local authorities and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention in regard to the COVID-19 situation, Sugarloaf has made the incredibly difficult decision to suspend all operations until further notice.

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