Shop & Trails

OPEN:

9am to 4pm

CLOSED Tuesday and Thursday this week

March 5th and March 7th.

XC Ski Shop and Trails OPEN

Spring Conditions with a base of more than 20”

Don has groomed the mountain trails. Spring conditions. Beautiful corduroy. Groomed trails listed below and on the Trail Hub report.

Come out and ski or snowshoe! Good for fat tire biking!!!

Groomed skiing on all riverside trails and Carters Pastures. Bridges are out going out to Carters Pastures, but there is a new groomed trail to access from the end of the driveway (Please inquire at counter.) Mountain trails groomed. Easy access from Mountain Parking lot. The Wiley Farm trail from the lodge is difficult and steep for intermediate skiers or snowshoers only. Beginner/Intermediate skiers can access the easier hills from mountain parking lot to plateau of Wiley Farm near cabin parking lot.

More than 20" of base of snow from our last storms. Groomed corduroy trails by the lodge down to the river. Groomed corduroy for skate on all trails open! Classic ski tracks set on Sunset Blvd., Sand Pasture Loop, Crazy Moose, Meadow Lane, Head of Swamp. Trails from Mountain Parking lot are groomed up to bench (outlook) on Dave Carter's Dream to top pf Heart Attack Hill (not up to the bus), and the plateau of Wiley Farm is groomed packed powder! Groomed Trails include: Wiley Farm from lodge, Wiley Farm to bench on Dave Carter's Dream, Kona's Crossing, Stonewall, Leo's Lane, Viking Crossing, Veda Potata, Fox Run, Sidewinder. Open for backcountry or snowshoeing, but not groomed with a skiable crust under 6 inches of powder: Black Fly, Snow N' Rowan, Anne's Moondance, & Headwall. Call (207) 824-3880 for more specific info.

Walking or hiking on the trails is no longer allowed now that we have snow. Thanks and we look forward to bringing you all the outdoor activities, such as xc skiing, snowshoeing and fat tire biking here at Carter’s XC Ski.

Ski shop is OPEN from 9am to 4pm.

786 Intervale Rd.

Bethel, Maine 04217

 
  • Loving our New Grooming Machine!

    Lots of different kinds of trails here at Carter’s!

    We have wide trails through the woods and over the fields overlooking the Androscoggin River. Also we have many trails groomed for skate and classic, as well as several ungroomed trails, great for expert backcountry skiing and snowshoeing. Our trails wind up the mountain with great views of the Presidentials, Carter Moriahs and Sunday River. We have a mountain parking lot you can drive to so that you can easily access the Intermediate trails too!

    We also have fat tire bike rentals and bikers can use the same trails. Please stay off the tracks and call about availability and conditions.

    Dogs are allowed on our trails! We require a Doggie Day pass for $15 (please see our Trail Pass page). Dogs should be on voice command or on a leash, always well-behaved and please carry a leash with you and always pick up after your dog! Dogs are not allowed in the lodge, except for Charlie (pictured on the left); he’s our Carter’s XC Ski ambassador!

  • Lots of Great Views

    Join us for an authentic outdoor experience!

    We are a family-friendly, dog-friendly, group-friendly place! Interested in hosting an event here with your co-workers or club? Give us a call about discounted rates and to make a reservation!

    We have all kinds of activities and rentals here, including xc skiing, snowshoeing and fat-tire biking! We also have off-grid cabins you can book with your family or friends! Please check out our Lodging page and consider booking in advance. We are usually booked by November for the following season for weekends!

  • kids ski for FREE from SAD #17 & #44 & RSU #10 & RSU# 56

    Free Community XC Ski Days for kids from SAD #17 and SAD #44 & RSU #10 & RSU# 56

    We would like to invite all students from these districts to enjoy FREE cross country skiing at Carter’s XC Ski Center in Bethel. Thanks to WinterKids, a Maine nonprofit dedicated to getting more kids outside in the winter, Carter’s XC Ski was awarded funding to develop more kids’ programs at our xc ski center this year.

    WinterKids works to develop healthy lifestyles in kids through education and fun, outdoor winter activity. The WinterKids App program offers free and discounted kid’s entry at dozens of Maine winter recreation areas for winter fun. Family memberships are just $40 and cover a family of five for the whole year, granting access to redeem deals directly in the WinterKids App. Whether kids want to try a new winter sport, or go more often, the WinterKids App is your ticket to outdoor winter fun! Visit their website to learn more and sign up for a family membership: https://winterkids.org/winterkids-app/.

    Free Community XC Ski days for kids from SAD #17, SAD #44, RSU #10 & RSU# 56. FREE trail passes will be given to all students from these districts EVERYDAY this winter! Please present a recent report card or other proof and students under the age of 14 should be accompanied by a paying adult. Rentals available at various rates.

We Rent Fat tire bikes and we offer lessons too!

Please call to reserve a fat tire bike rental today. If you would like a lesson, please call 207-824-3880 to schedule (at least 1 week in advance).

Get outside with us this winter!

 

Fat Tire Bike Rentals

Check out our trails on a fat tire bike. $35/2 hours or $20/1 hour (helmet included) Trail pass purchase required. Call to reserve. Conditions might not allow fat tire biking. Please call to ask.

You do not need a reservation to rent skis or snowshoes.

Rent a pulk sled and pull along your little ones on skis or snowshoes. Get the whole family outside this winter!

Rent a pulk sled and pull along your little ones on skis or snowshoes. Get the whole family outside this winter!

Pulk Sleds & chariot

Haul your little one(s) behind you on skis or snowshoes in a pulk sled or chariot. Rentals available for $15/hour. Trail pass purchase required. Children under 6 are free. Call to reserve.

We have 2 pulk sleds & 1 chariot. Please call to reserve one ahead of time.

Purchasing tickets & rentals online does not guarantee a reservation. Tickets can be redeemed that day or anytime this season. We have lots of rentals & are not taking reservations.

Fun family skiing on great groomed trails! We have ski rentals, snowshoe rentals, and fat tire bike rentals available. Please call about fat tire bike rentals and/or ability to use based on conditions.

Fun family skiing on great groomed trails! We have ski rentals, snowshoe rentals, and fat tire bike rentals available. Please call about fat tire bike rentals and/or ability to use based on conditions.

Ski, snowshoe, or fat tire bike

Wanna try all 3? Purchase a multi-sport rental for $35 and try all 3 throughout the day. Trail pass purchase required and not included in this price. Please call for reservations of fat tire bikes & availability due to conditions.

Rentals for skis and snowshoes do not require a reservation.

 
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Gift Cards available!

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Get your loved ones day passes, a season’s pass, or an amount to spend on equipment to get outside this winter!

New England’s Premiere

XC Ski Center

55 kilometers of beginner to expert Cross Country Skiing in Bethel, Maine which affords tremendous views of Sunday River Resort across the valley, and the Mahoosuc and Presidential Ranges. Great snowshoeing and fat bike riding, too!

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Join our XC Ski family by purchasing a Season’s Pass!

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