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Overview

Spanning three miles, Sunday River is spread across 870 accessible acres that spreads across eight interconnected peaks: White Cap, Locke Mountain, Barker Mountain, Spruce Peak, North Peak, South Ridge, Aurora Peak and Oz. This is a year-round ski resort with tree skiing and terrain parks for freestylers in the winter, and golfing and water sports in the summer.

Where Is Sunday River Ski Resort Located?

Portland International Jetport in Portland, Maine, is a quick 90-minute drive from the ski resort. It’s about a three-hour drive from Boston’s Logan International Airport. You can rent a car and drive yourself, or pay for a shuttle from the airport.

Inside Scoop

The hardest terrain is going to be on White Cap, with White Heat being an expert run. North Peak is geared towards beginners and families. For the best snow and the fewest people, head to the resort in March or April.

There are plenty of lodging on the mountain. For discount Sunday River lift tickets, buy them online or at any base or resort lodging. The SnowSports school offers both adult and children ski and snowboard lessons. Private and group lessons are available. During select times of the year, the resort offers Kids Ski Free weeks.

Restaurants

Breakfast Places

  • Grab a mini-donut and a great cup of coffee at Coffee Hound Coffee Bar. 15 S Ridge Road, Newry, ME 04261

Our Favorite Lunch Spots

  • Smokin’ Good BBQ sells all your favorite BBQ as sandwiches or by the pound. 212 Mayville Road, Bethel, ME 04217

Dinner

  • Sunday River Brewing Company attracts a mix of locals and visitors. Grab a seat by the fire to enjoy your dinner and/or beer. 29 Sunday River Road, Bethel, ME 04217

Après/Nightlife

  • Come for the pizza and the cocktails, and stay for the live music at Matterhorn Ski Bar. 292 Sunday River Road, Newry, ME 04261

Plan Your Trip

Best Time for Snow

Average Snowfall

39"
24"
17"
8"
5"
9"
Nov
27"
Dec
25"
Jan
32"
Feb
22"
Mar
5"
Apr
Beginners Runs
31%
Intermediate Runs
35%
Advanced Runs
17%
Expert Runs
17%
Runs in Total
139
Longest Run
3 mi
Skiable Terrain
878 ac
Night Skiing
140 ac
Snow Making
552 ac

Total Lifts: 19

Gondolas & Trams
1
Eight Person Lifts
1
High Speed Sixes
1
High Speed Quads
4
Quad Chairs
3
Triple Chairs
4
Double Chairs
1
Surface Lifts
4

Elevation

Base
800'
Summit
3140'
Vertical Drop
2340'

Important Dates

November 15, 20242024/11/15
Projected Opening
April 30, 20252025/04/30
Projected Closing
155
Projected Days Open
165
Days Open Last Year
65
Years Open
167"
Average Snowfall
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