Location: Bethel
Top Things to do in Bethel
Things to do in Bethel, Maine (ME): The Best Outdoor Activities
The history of Bethel is a long one. The town was founded by settlers granted the land as a reward for fighting to conquer Canada way back in 1690. Now a quiet resort town, full of quaint shops and tranquil streets, Bethel is a popular destination all year round. Just five miles from the Sunday River Ski Resort, the most popular winter sports area in all of Maine, the charming B&Bs of Bethel are the perfect place to rest up after taking on 131 trails on 8 different mountain peaks.
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1. Mahoosuc Land Trust
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
With over 20 miles of trails, 8000+ acres of conserved land and 4 boat launches, there is much to see and do. Come and enjoy our land any time of year.
2. Sunday River Ski Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 533 reviews
Large resort complex for downhill skiing.
Reviewed By NewEnglandGoodLife
Sunday River offers so much fun year round for groups, couples, and families. They are perhaps best known for their skiing in the winter. They have, perhaps, the best snow making capabilities in the East, making visits here consistently great for skiing and riding. They have an expansive network of trails -- the only challenge is navigating across the peaks. If you are not careful, you could end up far away from where you are staying or are parked at the end of the day. Good news, though, is that they run shuttles to help you get around. We've begun to enjoy their adventures in other seasons. They offer downhill mountain biking, disc golf, hiking, ziplines, rock climbing, pony rides, and trampoline adventures during the summer and fall. Additionally, Sunday River hosts weekend festivals all year long. In the fall, we've enjoyed the fall festival with the Wife Carrying Competition and Cornhole Tournament. They often host live music at the South Ridge Lodge. Additionally, they often have fireworks, including on New Years' Eve. Our favorite on-mountain place to stay is at the Sunrise Condos, though we also highly recommend the Grand Summit. The Grand Summit offers breakfast at its Camp restaurant, which is a perfect start to your day of adventure.
3. Bethel Outdoor Adventure
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
A campground for tenting, RVs, all pull through sites, big rig friendly. On the banks of the Androscoggin River. Canoe and kayak rentals. Shuttle service. Fishing. a Mineralogy sluice on site.
4. Bethel Pathway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By corrinep379
This is a wonderful walking pathway. There is a skatepark, playground and a picnic area to enjoy right next to the pathway. It is great to push a carriage or smooth to ride a bike for children.
5. Deepwood Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Located amidst the most scenic views in the White Mountains of Maine, just outside of Bethel, our passion for horses has us both in the ring and on the trail to experience the most that the great outdoors of Maine has to offer. We offer individual rides for up to 6 people. Standard trail rides are 1 hour and take you through the wooded trails and over streams in the foothills of the White Mountains. Trail rides are offered all year round. Please call ahead for reservations and availability. If you are an advanced rider looking for a longer ride, please give us a call and we will do our best to accommodate you. We also host Summer Camps for children 6-16. Please call or visit our website for more information.
Reviewed By DianeC3033 - Dungarvan, Ireland
DiAnne moved her schedule to accomodate ours, and my daughter had a wonderful hour on a trail, perfect calm horse for her, the owner is so passionate about horses and horseriding and really makes sure you have a wonderful experience.
6. The Bethel Inn Resort Golf Course
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Renowned architect Geoffrey Cornish designed our 6,663 yard, par 72 course to take maximum advantage of the mountain vistas and natural beauty of the area. Tree lined fairways, natural hazards, well-trapped greens and five tee positions make play challenging for golfers of every ability. The golf course is very walkable and walking is encourage to taking maximum advantage of your surroundings. The golf course at The Bethel Inn Resort is open from early May through late October. Our Guaranteed Performance School of Golf boasts 8,000 satisfied graduates, on-course instruction, video analysis and our personalized 4:1 student/instructor ratio. Plan your golf, golf school or summer getaway now & save. Join us this summer and experience a complete & affordable getaway to our classic New England resort in the heart of Bethel, Maine.
7. Carter's X-C Ski Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Carter's is a family-run cross country ski, snowshoe, and fat biking center nestled in the scenic hills and fields of Bethel, Maine. In addition to offering affordable fat bike, ski, and snowshoe rentals for all sizes, ages, and ability levels, we also sell a wide selection of new winter sportswear, snowshoes, and ski packages to meet any skier's needs - be it backcountry, racing, or touring. Stay overnight at our lodge or make a short ski in to one of our off-grid cabins. Call or visit our website for details.
Reviewed By maggiem879 - Maine, United States
Welcome to the Carter family's hidden gem in the lovely lil' mtn. town of Bethel, Maine. Located in the Oxford foothills of the NH Presidential range, just 15 mins from Sunday River Ski Resort, an hour from Bates College in Lewiston and 90 mins from Portland. If it's outdoor fun (& exercise), you're looking for, then this is the place! They really do offer "something for everyone", including Discounted Senior Passes AND Doggie Day Passes. You can rent or bring your own equipment and hop onto their nicely groomed or bk. country paths for multi-use X-Ctry Skiing, Snow Shoeing, Sleds & Fat Bikes. They offer all levels & types of well marked trails. Just pick up a map in the cozy ski lodge (there's a restroom & retail shop), and get all your questions and needs fulfilled by this knowledgeable and friendly family crew of outdoor enthusiasts!
8. Bethel Village Trails
We are a non-profit trails center offering cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and fat biking in the winter, as well as mountain biking, walking and running trails in the summer. We have rentals for all of our winter activities, as well as fun and competitive events year-round.
9. True North Adventureware
Before you go out stop in. True North Adventureware is a mountain sport shop offering outdoor apparel, footwear, camping gear, snowshoes, local maps, books and more. With a commitment to product knowledge and personal service, we will outfit you with everything you need to enjoy the mountains and waterways of western Maine. Open daily year round. All major credit Cards accepted. WIFI hotspot.
10. Lower Mica Mine
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
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