Activities

GOLF

The Sunday River Golf Club – Bethel
One of the premier courses in New England. Surrounded by miles of untouched wilderness and towering peaks, eighteen fairways offer stunning vistas as they wind through the Maine woods and over dramatic elevation changes. The setting is rivaled only by the unique design of the course, following the natural landscape and striking the perfect balance between challenge and playability.



Bethel Inn Golf – 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.
Phone: (207) 824-2175

Arts & Heritage

Bethel Historical Society’s Regional History Center
A center with two side-by-side facilities featuring the O’Neil Robinson House with changing exhibits and the Dr. Moses Mason period house museum. Also, included — research library; museum shop; collections relating to western Maine & the White Mountain region; lectures; special events. Located on Broad Street on the common. Bethel.
Phone: (207) 824-2908 & (800) 824-2910

Deertrees Theatre & Cultural Center
“One of Maine’s Hidden Treasures” – Summer season starts late June. A 300 seat rustic-style theatre nestled among rose hemlocks, Deertrees is a non-profit performing arts center presenting an eclectic offering of theater, music, dance and children’s shows. Harrison, ME about a 30 minute drive from Bethel.
Phone: (207) 583-6747



Bethel Area Arts & Music
Presents programs in the arts and humanities in the schools and communities of the greater Bethel area.
Email: info@bethelareaartsandmusic.com

The McLaughlin Foundation
A garden & horticultural center, The McLaughlin Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving one of Maine’s renowned historic landscapes. Featuring a 4.6 acre historic garden and 19th century extended New England farmhouse, the garden is open daily during the season. The center and gift shop are open year-round. Tea room open June-September. South Paris, ME. Phone: (207) 743-8820

Whitewater

Rafting Sservices

North Country Rivers, Inc.
Discover whitewater rafting in Maine on the Penobscot, Kennebec and Dead Rivers. No experience necessary. Lodging and camping packages available.
Phone: (800) 348-8871

Professional River Runners of Maine, Inc
Offering whitewater rafting, camping, & canoeing trips on three world-class rivers in Maine.
Phone: (800) 325-3911



Saco Bound/Northern Waters/Rapid River Rafting
Gentle canoeing on the Saco River or the flatwater of Lake Ombagog, or whitewater rafting on the Rapid or Magalloway Rivers.
Phone: (603) 447-2177

Alpine Skiing And Snowboarding

Sunday River Ski Resort – Maine’s premier four season mountain lift resort, featuring 135 trails and glades spread across eight interconnected mountains serviced by an award-winning network of 15 lifts, including four high-speed quads. Sunday River’s snowmaking system, the largest and most technically advanced in New England, covers 92 percent of its terrain. Nine out of ten skiers and riders agree that year after year Sunday River has the Most Dependable Snow in New England from November through May.

Vertical Drop: 2,340’. 135 Trails: 41 Beginner, 49 Intermediate, 23 Advanced, 22 Expert. 18 Lifts: 9 Quads (4 high speed), 4 Triples, 2 Doubles, 3 Surface Lifts. 92% Snowmaking.
Phone: 207-824-3000.



Mt. Abram Family Ski Resort – just a few minutes south of Bethel. Mt. Abram is known for its family-friendly staff, programs and affordability. Trails for all levels, uncrowded slopes and non-existent lift lines, ski/snowboard/telemark, two lodges, day care are a few of the mountain’s amenities. Click our link for the latest events and conditions.

Vertical Drop 1,150’. 55 Trails: 12 Beginner, 29 Intermediate, 12 Advanced, 2 Expert. 5 Lifts: 2 Doubles, 1 Tubing Tow. 85% Snowmaking. Ski School, day care, ski shop with rentals, cafeteria & lounge.
Phone: (207) 875-5002.

Snowmobiling

North East Snowmobile & ATV Rentals – Bring out your adventurous side! The best Snowmobile and ATV adventures in New Hampshire and Maine.
Phone: (800) 458-1838