Stratton-Eustis Activities

Along the Road

  • Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947
    • State Route 27 goes through many historic and beautiful areas and stretches all the way to the Canadian border.

Biking

  • (New England Mountain Bicycle Association) 3001 Outdoor Center Rd, Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947 | (800) 576-3622
    • “Sustainable mountain bike trail network in Carrabassett Valley and surrounding areas. This is our playground. Come ride with us!”

Camping

  • 945 The Arnold Trail, Eustis, ME 04936 | (207) 246-3491
    • A campground with a free public beach and dock for swimming.

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Golf

  • 485 Rangeley Rd, Stratton, ME 04982Ìý| (207) 864-2783
    • This unique golf course is built and maintained by the community. It offers a family-friendly, affordable golfing experience on well-maintained greens with beautiful surroundings, and operates on the honor system!

Hiking

  • Stratton, ME 04982Ìý
    • There is a dedicated parking lot for the Appalachian Trail on Route 27 about 5 miles south of Stratton.Ìý From this parking lot, you can cross the road and hike the AT across the Bigelow Preserve ridge or . You can also drive up Stratton Brook Pond Road for about 2 miles to access a large parking area and the Fire Warden’s trail to the .
  • Stratton, ME 04982Ìý| (207) 778-8231
    • The Bigelow Preserve is a 36,000-acre natural area great for hiking, biking, etc. The entrance in Stratton is at the very end of School Street.
  • Stratton, ME 04982 | (207) 778-8231
    • A moderate to advanced difficulty trail that is 9.2 miles in length, which starts in Eustis and connects to the Appalachian Trail.
  • to see most of the hiking trails near Stratton.

Historic

  • 171 Main St, Stratton, ME 04982Ìý
    • This classic building houses a wonderful collection of artifacts, pictures, furniture, and more of the Dead River area including the . The Flagstaff and Dead River villages were lovely mountain towns with farms, schools, and general stores. The villages disappeared when the valley was flooded to bring in hydroelectric power.

Skiing

  • ÌýSchool St, Stratton, ME 04982 | (207) 778-8231
    • ÌýSki here by taking the road all the way until it ends at the preserve. Park on the side and ski!
  • Ìý5092 Sugarloaf Access Rd, Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947 | (207) 237-2000
    • A phenomenal resort located just eight miles down the road.

Waterfront – Beaches, Swimming, Boating, Fishing

  • 945 The Arnold Trail, Eustis, ME 04936 | (207) 246-3491
    • A campground with a free public beach and dock for swimming.
  • Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947| (207) 265-2400
    • There is so much to explore and activities take part in, such as paddling, swimming, and fishing!
  • Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947 | (802) 496-2285
    • 740 miles of marked canoe trails stretching from New York to Fort Kent in Maine.

Wildlife – Birding

  • Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947 | (888) 688-0099
    • If you visit any of the hiking or boating locations, you will see LOTS of birds including eagles!
  • Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947| (207) 265-2400
    • The beautiful trails provide a perfect spot for bird watching!
  • Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947
    • Everyone wants to see a moose. We have found that the best place to do this is to take a drive down Route 16 from Stratton to Rangeley at either dusk or dawn. We often see moose along this road, but be careful!

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