Maine’s best-kept secret, known to locals as ‘The Loaf’ due to its striking resemblance to an iced bun, Sugarloaf is renowned for offering the most challenging skiing in New England. Ideal for schools, the pedestrianised village has been developed in true Nordic style, with all amenities conveniently on hand.
Sugarloaf offers almost 1,700 acres of skiing over a vertical drop of almost 2,300ft, making it the largest US ski resort east of the Rockies. A winter playground for all levels of skier or boarder, the skiing gets progressively harder as you go higher, although there is an easy run for beginners from top to bottom.
Once the ski boots are off, the Sugarloaf Sports and Fitness club, features an indoor pool, hot tubs, sauna and steam room and is a great place to relax and unwind after a full day on the slopes, plus it’s free to our groups. Or you can or head to the anti-gravity centre for a night filled with fun!
Ski and Resort Facts
At a glance information of all the resort and ski area facilities, facts and figures for this destination to help you pick the best resort for your group.
Accommodation
We choose properties which are suited to school groups. Audits are carried out on all properties featured, covering all safety and security concerns.
Useful information
Start planning your runs before you reach resort by downloading the piste map! Or take a look at available evening entertainment to keep students busy.
Skiing
Beginners have plenty of scope to discover a passion for ski at this fantastic resort, including the option of an easy summit to base run. Intermediates can join their instructors on extensive terrain and confident skiers could head higher for some of the most challenging runs in New England.
Advanced skiers will no doubt be challenged by the tough terrain of the backside snowfields and black diamond glades. Sugarloaf is a massive mountain, especially by New England’s standards. The clever lift design ensures that there is a challenge for everyone.
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Direction of slopes
North, Northwest & West
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Resort Height
1127m
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Acres of terrain
1240 acres
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No of trails
162
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Longest trail
3.5 miles / 5.63km
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No of lifts
13
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Photo needed
No
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Highest lift
1127m / 3698ft
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Snow-making
50% of trails covered
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Average snowfall
200 inches / 508cm
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Flights times
Approx 17 hours
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Transfer times
3.5hrs from Boston / 7hrs from New York
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Medical facilities
Available in resort. Nearest hospital in Kingfield (17.5 miles)
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Children's facilities
Kindergarten 3 - 14yrs, Creche 10 wks - 5 yrs
Accommodation
Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel
- Modern, luxury hotel with excellent facilities
- Superb ski in/ski out location
The Sugarloaf Mountain Hotel is just a few steps from the slopes, ski school, base lodge and village shops, and makes it the perfect choice to suit any groups’ requirements.
Location: This property has an ideal position in the heart of the village just a few yards from the lifts.
Facilities:There is a small health suite, (which has hot tubs and a sauna) and a games room. All guests receive free access to the Sugarloaf Sports and Fitness Club, which is a short walk away or a shuttle ride away.
Accommodation: The rooms are all spacious and well-appointed, with en-suite facilities, TV, DVD players and other extras that you would expect from a luxury hotel. Rooms have either 2 queen beds (4 students sharing) or a murphy pull-down bed and double sofa sleeper, with kitchenette.
Meals: Breakfast and evening meals are taken in the hotel function rooms or at the base lodge next door.
Sugarloaf Condos
- Apartment-style property of an excellent standard
- Breakfast and dinner served in base lodge
A good quality choice of accommodation in a convenient location close to restaurants and the slopes.
Location: All condos are conveniently located at the foot of the mountain with direct access to the chair lift. Amenities including the base lodge, sports and fitness centre, shops and restaurants are nearby, either within walking distance or a free shuttle will be provided.
Facilities:Groups receive free entry to the Sugarloaf Sports and Fitness centre, and are welcome to use the facilities throughout the stay.
Accommodation: Layout and style varies from condo to condo, but rooming is based on 2 students sharing double or queen beds. Each condo enjoys private facilities.
Meals: Hot breakfast and 3 course evening dinner served in base lodge.
Sugarloaf Inn 
- Ski-in ski-out hotel
- Suitable for smaller groups
One of Sugarloaf's original lodges, the Sugarloaf Inn is located directly on Birches Trail and offers a quality standard of accommodation for school groups.
Capacity: 100
Location: The Inn has ski-in ski-out convenience using the Sawduster chairlift. Groups are shuttled to and from the base lodge for lessons which is a 5 minute drive.
Facilities: Free use of Sports & Fitness Club, restaurant, bar with pool tables, free WiFi.
Accommodation: All rooms have 1 or 2 queen size beds, hairdryers, telephones, cable TV and en-suite facilities.
Meals: Breakfast and dinner are provided daily at the base lodge.
Useful Information
Après-ski
- Swimming
- Sports Club Night
- Ice-skating
- Trampolines
- DVD Night
- Indoor Climbing Wall
Equity Ski USA/ Canada Price Package:
- Return travel by Air
- Overseas coach transfers
- All security charges, airport and local taxes
- 1 free staff place for every 10 full paying passengers by Air
Includes half-board accommodation, lift pass, 5 or 6 days ski tuition, ski boots, poles and helmet, dedicated resort representative service, fully comprehensive insurance, and 24 hour emergency service.
The Equity Ski USA/ Canada package details:
Transport Inclusions...
- Return travel by Air (coach to airport from school is available as an optional extra)
- Overseas coach transfers
- All security charges, airport and local taxes
- 1 free staff place for every 10 full paying passengers by Air
Resort / City Stopover* Inclusions...
- Half-board accommodation
- Dedicated resort representative service
*City Stopovers themselves are optional and at a supplement
Ski Pack Inclusions...
- Lift-pass
- 5 or 6 days of ski tuition (minimum 4 hours per day. Some resorts provide 4½ or 5 hours tuition per day as standard)
- Skis, boots and poles
- Helmet
Included Extras...
- 24 hour emergency service
- All travel documentation, luggage labels and resort information
- Personalised customer service throughout from your knowledgeable tour coordinator
Optional Insurance...
Fully comprehensive travel insurance (optional) includes:
- Ski breakage insurance
- Snow guarantee insurance
- Travel delay assistance
Extras to budget for...
- Lunch
- Evening entertainments
- ESTA or visa – please note that all visitors to USA require this
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