Rangeley Travel Guide

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Between its charming town, large and small lakes and the looming Saddleback Mountain, discover why this part of Maine is such a popular year-round vacation destination.

Explore the beauty of inland Maine in Rangeley. Located in Franklin County in the western part of the state, this area is a largely untainted wilderness with lots to see and do in all seasons.

Discover the major lakes: Rangeley, Mooselookmeguntic, Cupsuptic, the Upper and Lower Richardsons, Umbagog and Aziscohos that make up the Rangeley Lakes Region. Take a boat cruise around Rangeley Lake or go canoeing between Mooselookmeguntic and Cupsuptic. All the lakes are popular fishing destinations. Get a license and try to catch one of the region’s famous salmon.

Hike through hundreds of acres of wilderness in Rangeley Lake State Park. Go for a refreshing plunge in the swimming area at the southern edge of the lake. Use the public boat launch or set up for the night in one of the park’s many campsites.

Climb to the top of Bald Mountain. Hike less than 2 miles (3 kilometers) to the summit of the mountain, where you are rewarded with panoramic views of green forests and sparkling lakes to the horizon.

Stroll down Main Street in the town of Rangeley. Browse through its unique stores, which sell everything from locally made crafts to outdoor gear. Take a photo in front of the large sign in town noting that Rangeley is halfway between the North Pole and the Equator.

Step inside the tiny brick Rangeley Lakes Historical Society and look through old photographs and other artifacts. Learn about the state’s rich logging and conservation heritage at the nearby Maine Forestry Museum.

In winter months, take advantage of high-altitude snow at Saddleback Mountain. Enjoy the slopes on your snowboard or skis or sip a mug of hot chocolate in the resort lodge.

Watch for Maine’s iconic resident, the moose, during your trip to Rangeley. You can often find moose enjoying a hearty meal of aquatic and woodland vegetation. View them from a safe distance, as they will sometimes charge unwitting tourists.

Rangeley Lake Resort a Ramada by Wyndham

Rangeley Lake Resort a Ramada by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
2222 Main Street, Rangeley, ME
Stay at this condo in Rangeley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Rangeley Lakes Region Logging Museum and Powder Dreams ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
"I was pleasantly surprised by how nice the cabin was! I read the positive reviews and felt comfortable staying there but didn’t realize how spacious and homey the cabin would feel! The beds were super comfortable, having a washer and dryer in the cabin was a pleasant surprise, and the quietness of ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Rangeley Lake Resort a Ramada by Wyndham
Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel

Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel

3.5 out of 5
5092 Access Road, Kingfield, ME
The price is ₹16,078 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
₹16,078
₹19,628 total
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star ski hotel in Kingfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (511 reviews)
"Check in is not the best. There never anybody at the reception. You have to wait and they come from i don't know where. Weird"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel
Sugarloaf Inn

Sugarloaf Inn

3 out of 5
5000 Commons Circle, Kingfield, ME
The price is ₹10,770 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹10,770
₹12,171 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star ski hotel in Kingfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free ski shuttle. Popular attractions Sugarloaf Ski Resort and Sawduster Chairlift ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (169 reviews)
"Easy to check in, they give you the code to get in, so you can check in anytime"

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

Sugarloaf Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rangeley Lake Resort a Ramada by Wyndham

Rangeley Lake Resort a Ramada by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
2222 Main Street, Rangeley, ME
Stay at this condo in Rangeley. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Rangeley Lakes Region Logging Museum and Powder Dreams ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
"I was pleasantly surprised by how nice the cabin was! I read the positive reviews and felt comfortable staying there but didn’t realize how spacious and homey the cabin would feel! The beds were super comfortable, having a washer and dryer in the cabin was a pleasant surprise, and the quietness of ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Rangeley Lake Resort a Ramada by Wyndham
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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