Elevation
425m–1,269m
Ski area
87 km
Lifts
15
Nearest airport
Augusta State Airport (AUG) - 91 km
Schools
0 listed
Sugarloaf at a glance
Common questions
- Beginners will find gentle terrain in the Whiffletree area, which is conveniently located near the slopeside village.
- Sugarloaf offers the only above-treeline skiing in the eastern US, with open snowfields and steep, exposed terrain. You can also enjoy long intermediate runs through birch forests.
- Yes, advanced skiers can explore the unique Snowfields above the treeline and the steep, exposed terrain of Brackett Basin sidecountry.
- Overnight lodging options are available directly in the slopeside village, offering convenient ski-in/ski-out access to the lifts and amenities.
- The slopeside village has a selection of restaurants for dining and socialising. You can also enjoy a heated outdoor pool after your day on the slopes.
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About Sugarloaf
Sugarloaf is an outdoor ski area in Maine, the United States. The available data lists terrain from 425 m to 1269 m elevation, 87 km of recorded slopes and 15 lifts.
Sugarloaf resort guide
Sugarloaf offers the only above-treeline skiing in the eastern US. Its summit rises into the exposed alpine zone, featuring open snowfields reminiscent of a miniature version of the western Rockies.
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