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Skiing in the Moosehead Lake Region
Downhill Skiing – Big Moose Mountain
Just 15 minutes from King’s Landing, Big Moose Mountain is a relaxed, family-friendly ski area with beautiful views of Moosehead Lake. The lower mountain features groomed trails, a double chairlift, and a cozy vibe perfect for beginner and intermediate skiers.
Address: 447 Big Squaw Mountain Road, Greenville, ME
Phone: (207) 280-0280
Hours: Weekends and holidays during the winter season (weather dependent)
Insider Tip: Affordable lift tickets, on-site rentals and lessons available. Cash only. Check Facebook for updates.
Cross-Country Ski Trails
Moosehead & Monson Area
Enjoy some of the most peaceful and scenic cross-country skiing in Maine with these well-maintained trail systems in and around the Greenville–Moosehead–Monson region.
Big Moose Mountain Nordic Trails
Greenville, ME
- Roughly 6 miles of groomed trails for classic and skate skiing
- Open to the public by donation; maintained by local volunteers
Nickerson Tree Farm Trails
Just south of Greenville, ME
- 2.3 miles of groomed, forested trails
- Gentle terrain suitable for most skill levels
Natural Resource Education Center (NREC) Trails
480 Moosehead Lake Road, Greenville, ME
- About 3.5 miles of beginner-friendly trails
- Maintained by NREC and ideal for families or casual skiing
Lily Bay State Park Trails
Greenville, ME
- Quiet woodland trails with lake views
- Good for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing
AMC Lodge-to-Lodge Trails
Accessible from Greenville, ME
- Over 90 miles of wilderness trails linking AMC’s lodges
- Options for both beginner and advanced backcountry skiers
The Birches Resort Trails
Rockwood, ME
- Over 40 miles of groomed, marked ski trails
- On-site lodging and equipment rentals available
Friends of A Fierce Chase Trails
246 Elliotsville Road, Monson, ME
(207) 876-6420
- 12 miles of groomed Nordic ski trails for classic and skate skiing
- Trails include creative loops like Bobcat Blaze, Meandering Moose, and T. Rex Trail
- Snowshoers welcome (off-track), dogs allowed under voice control
- Donations appreciated at the trailhead kiosk