Attractions

Western Lakes/Mountains has outdoor fun at Rangeley, Sebago lakes; ski areas

This is the heavily wooded and mountainous interior section of Maine, and heaven for people who love outdoor sports like swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking. The dramatic Rangeley Lakes, Sebago Lake, and Androscoggin River rule for water sports. IN fall, Fryeburg Fair puts on one of the biggest agricultural fairs in New England, and it has a large and enthusiastic following. In winter, skiers and snowboarders flock to the giant quartet of Sunday River Saddleback, Shawnee Peak and Sugarloaf, among other first-rate ski mountains. Families and kids enjoy Thorncrag Nature Sanctuary in Lewiston and the Maine Wildlife Park in Gray. Waterfront lodgings and golf resorts offer plenty of activity for the whole family.

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Crab Apple Whitewater (ME)

Conquer Maine’s Most Legendary Rapids on the Kennebec & Dead Rivers

3 Lake Moxie Road The Forks, ME 04985 800-553-7238

For the ultimate New England whitewater experience, head to Crab Apple Whitewater's Maine base camp on the Kennebec River. Choose the legendary Kennebec — with Class III–IV rapids including the famous "Magic Falls" — or the adrenaline-pumping Dead River, with continuous Class IV–V whitewater. Expert guides lead every trip, and breakfast is included with all rafting and lodging packages. Base camp amenities include a heated outdoor pool, pub and restaurant, paintball fields, and lodging from bunk rooms to whirlpool suites. Extend your stay and hike to Moxie Falls, one of Maine's most spectacular waterfalls.

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