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Rangeley, Maine The guide was updated: 2021-05-03

The state of Maine sets its own pace in the otherwise bustling New England. With an eased temperament that stems from lakefront breezes and whispering forests, the town of Rangeley does not stray from its state’s tempo. As "Maine's Four Season Playground," the town boasts Lake Mooselookmeguntic, which provides fodder for lovers of the outdoors looking to fish, boat, kayak and explore. Rangeley also transforms into a wonderland for skiing and snowboarding come winter.

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Population:	approx. 1,200
Currency:	US Dollar, $1 = 100 cents
Search Accommodation:	Hotels »
Emergency numbers:	911
Newspapers:	Rangeley Highlander Sun Journal
Opening hours:	Most stores are open seven days a week from 10am to 5pm, or later. Bars and clubs tend to close at around 2am.
Tourist information:	Rangeley Lakes Chamber of Commerce 6 Park Rd, Rangeley +1 207 864 5364 Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat 9am-2pm

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Section in Rangeley, Maine

Rangeley has many attractions and locales that highlight the area's beauty. Height of Land offers a scenic drive around Mooselookmeguntic Lake, Small Falls showcases a must-see waterfall, and in the winter, Saddleback offers an excellent snowboarding course that any winter sports lover that will fall in love with.

Height of Land

Height of Land

This breathtaking overpass provides a scenic view of Rangeley. It has been preserved for the public so that all who visit Rangeley can enjoy the overpass. This destination is easily reachable by car, so be sure to stop and look at all the picturesque beauty that the Rangeley area offers.

Small Falls

Small Falls

True to its name, this miniature waterfall cascades from the Sandy River and is grand in its own right. The Small Falls area includes clean facilities, picnic tables, a relaxing swimming hole and a hike trail with routes for even the most modest of climbers.

Rangeley Lake State Park

Rangeley Lake State Park

Go camping, picnicking or take a dip in the cool lake at Rangeley Lake State Park. The park has 50 individual campsites, two group campsites and a camping area playground. They also have boat launch areas and hiking grounds so you can explore the land and the waters.

Acadian Seaplanes

Acadian Seaplanes

Get a view of Rangeley's lakes and rugged shores with a ride on a seaplane. Acadian Seaplanes will work with you to ensure you have the experience you desire. Also, it is likely that you will have the opportunity to get an aerial view of some of Maine's majestic elk.

Rangeley Region Lake Cruises

Rangeley Region Lake Cruises

Climb aboard the "Oquossoc Lady" and take a tour of Rangeley's lakes. Each cruise includes wildlife watching, as well as historical overviews of the region. Look, learn, and live it up on this exhilarating cruise.

Moose Alley

Moose Alley

Bowling, billiards, cinema, arcades, shops and food make the Moose Alley a popular stop for locals and visitors alike. Year-round entertainment with different musical guests each week, and an indoor fireplace to warm up means that you will be spending a lot of time inside the Moose Alley.

Saddleback

Saddleback

One of only seven ski mountains in New England that reaches such soaring heights, Saddleback reaches an elevation of 4,120 feet. It is also home to the largest steep skiing facility in the east, Kennebago Steeps.

Rangeley Lakes Trails Center

Rangeley Lakes Trails Center

In the summer, you can hike or bike the trails. In winter, however, there are so many more things to do. If you have never had the chance, be sure to try Nordic skiing, dog sled rides, and snowshoeing in the winter.

Maine Forestry Museum

Maine Forestry Museum

The importance of Rangeley as a provider of timber dates back to a pre-colonial era, when Native American inhabitants of the region utilized the trees to build their homes and canoes. The Maine Forestry Museum opened in the 1970s and chronicles the evolution of the logging industry throughout the centuries.

Rangeley Blueberry Festival

Rangeley Blueberry Festival

This little berry is a big deal in Maine. The Blueberry Festival is an annual event occurring in late August that allows visitors to participate in special activities, as well as sample some local wares that include jams and pastries made with blueberries.

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