In the westernmost portion of Maine, the mountains
are part of the Appalachian Mountain range that stretches
along the entire east coast of the United States. In
the Maine Lakes & Mountains region, visitors enjoy
the outdoors year-round. Travelers can explore this
beautiful area by air, bus, bike - or along several
scenic byways.
Connections to Air
Numerous public airports and charter air providers are located in this region.
Click here for more information.
Air Taxi/Charter Airports
Auburn-Lewiston
This airport serves Maine's second largest city, located on the Androscoggin River, and features a full-service restaurant.
Bethel Regional Airport
The Bethel area is a four-season vacation destination. Also offers access to Gould Academy.
Eastern Slopes Regional Airport
Located in Fryeburg, which offers easy access to the Mt. Washington Valley, Maine's Western Mountains and Fryeburg Academy.
Naples Seaplane Base
A busy summer lake town, offering scenic flights over the lakes.
Oxford County Regional Airport
Serves Oxford County's aviation needs.
Rangeley Lake Seaplane Base
Provides access to the Rangeley Lakes and Mountains region and sporting camps.
Stephen A. Bean Municipal Airport
Located in Maine's beautiful Rangeley Lakes region.
Sugarloaf Regional Airport
Access to skiing and golfing at Sugarloaf/USA.
Twitchell Airport & Seaplane Base
Offers first-rate seaplane instruction.
Maine Lakes & Mountains by
Bike
The unspoiled mountain vistas, placid lakeshores and
majestic forests of Western Maine offer cyclists plenty
of opportunities for sightseeing, museum visits and
hiking. Click here
for more information.
Maine Lakes & Mountains by
Bus
Lisbon
Connection. Serving Lisbon, Lisbon Center and Lisbon
Falls with daily round trips to Lewiston. 207-777-4583
Mountain
Explorer. A free shuttle service operating between
Bethel Village and Sunday River Ski Resort, linking
restaurants, inns and shopping areas in between.
Western Maine Transportation Services.
Owned by the Lewiston-Auburn Transit Committee (LATC), provides public fixed-route bus service
in the Lewiston-Auburn area. LATC contracts with Western Maine Transportation Services, Inc., to
operate and maintain the fixed-route bus system, as well as, provide ADA complementary paratransit
service. Citylink operates Monday through Friday.
(207) 784-9335
Maine Lakes & Mountains by
Car
The Maine Lakes & Mountains region features numerous
scenic byways, which wind along mountain passes,
down river valleys and through wooded forests. Wildlife
viewing is abundant, and these drives showcase Maine's
spectacular fall foliage.
There are many additional options to travel by
car in the Lakes and Mountains region. For commuter
services in the Lakes and Mountains region, click here.
Maine Lakes & Mountains
by Ferry
Frye Island Ferry. The Frye Island Ferry provides
seasonal service to the residents of Frye Island in
Sebago Lake. Mainland access to the ferry is from Raymond
Neck, in Raymond, Maine. The ferry typically operates
between June and September.
Connections to Train
The closest train station from the Maine Lakes and Mountains region is The
Downeaster train station in Portland.
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