Riders Guide - The ski area spans more than 500 acres, much of which is gladed and in the trees and boasts some pretty impressive powder cashes. There are more than 40 named trails, 25% are rated for beginners, 50% for intermediate riders, 20% difficult and 5% expert. The resort also proudly boasts a 1,150 foot vertical drop which riders can experience on cleverly named runs like Fearless Leader and Boris Badenov.
Parks and Pipes - Recently the ski area has added a new terrain park called the Bone Yard, primarily comprised of various jibs and rails the park is serviced by its own lift and trail. The Bone Yard is a huge hit amongst freestyle enthusiasts of all experience levels and continues to grow and evolve each year. The Dudley Do Right trail also features some great hits, jumps, natural and manmade elements to enjoy as guests race down the mountain.
Out of Bounds - Mt. Abram also features the largest tubing park in Maine at a whopping 1,325 foot trail. The closest town is Bethel, Maine which has a charm all its own and features some great shopping, dining and activities of its own. Back on the slopes of Mt. Abram, Carload Fridays have become huge and includes lift tickets for every legal passenger in a car, SUV or minivan for the low price of $75. Mt. Abram also has 2 for 1 Thursdays on full day tickets which make already affordable lift tickets that much more incredibly priced.
Hangout & Hookup - There is no slope side lodging available at the ski area but there is a pretty nice lounge that definitely gets busy after the sun has gone down. There are a few places to kick back and relax in Bethel, but by and large this is not an area known for wild parties and raucous evenings.
The Deal - By car from Bethel head west on Vernon Street toward Main Street, turn right at Main Street continue on ME-26 S/Walkers Mills Rd. for five miles turn right onto Howe Hill Road and the resort will be on the right. Visitors from abroad will find that the closest airport is in Portland Maine; however the airport in Manchester New Hampshire is only a few hours from the resort. It truly is a wonderful, family friendly, laidback ski area with relatively small crowds and some fantastic terrain.
