Sugarloaf

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Heather Burke
Pros
  • Huge amount of diversity across this 1,240 ac ski area
  • Plenty of challenging terrain for the advanced to expert
  • Lots of ski-in/ski-out lodgings available
Cons
  • Remote position makes it a long way from the nearest airport or city

Overall

4

Sugarloaf is the largest ski resort in Maine and the second largest in New England with over 1,240 ac of skiing trails, glades, and side country terrain. Sugarloaf is located on Maine’s second highest peak, 4,237 ft, with Maine’s tallest vertical of 2,820 ft. Sugarloaf is a cult phenomenon among passionate skiers, it’s hard to get to and hard to forget…a big beautiful mountain with a great base village full of loyal Loaf fans that like to party après ski. What’s unique about Sugarloaf, besides its remote location in the Carrabassett Valley, is the breathtaking views from the bold windblown summit, and the above tree line skiing from the summit, called Sugarloaf snowfields when the snow is good.

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Sugarloaf Reviews

Very Good 4.2 / 5
based on 18 reviews

How well the resort caters for beginner skiers / boarders

Beginners

How well the resort caters for intermediate skiers / boarders?

Intermediates

How well the resort caters for advanced skiers / boarders

Advanced

How accessible and convenient it is to get to this resort from a major destination

Accessibility

Quality of the off-piste terrain

Side/Backcountry

Overall value for money of the resort

Value for money

Quality of lifts, lift speed and lift layout in the resort

Lifts

Quantity and quality of the snow

Snow

How uncrowded is the resort

Uncrowded

Après ski and dining options

Town

Services and facilities e.g. child care, tubing, health care, equipment hire

Facilities

How family friendly is this resort?

Family Friendliness
Good!3.7 / 5Mar 22, 2020
Sugarloaf ReviewsTom F.
advanced skier
Big crowds and lift closures due to wind are common at Sugarloaf. Solid mountain with fun tree skiing in Brackett Basin. Just wish more lifts would be open when I go...... More
Very Good!4.2 / 5Dec 27, 2019
Sugarloaf ReviewsAlex I
intermediate skier
Best ski resort in the east, no contest! Great variety of trails, great facilities, pretty good lifts, very nice hotel, lots of good restaurants at the base. Some of the most epic terrain in the East!... More
Good!3.6 / 5Nov 19, 2019
Sugarloaf ReviewsSandra W.
intermediate skier
It has great trails and good grooming! but it is too expensive! Older buildings but great paces to hang with family and friends. Know they just redid Widowmaker Lounge which is great!... More
Superb!4.6 / 5Apr 29, 2019
Sugarloaf ReviewsJo S.
advanced skier
I had a phenomenal time at Sugarloaf, granted the resort is far away, the skiing culture and friendly atmosphere is unparalleled anywhere else i've been, even at a peak time of the season the slopes were still not that crowded. Their is plenty to do here that one can spend multiple if not weeks here and not get bored. Sugarloaf is arguably one of... More
Fabulous!4.5 / 5Mar 22, 2019
Sugarloaf ReviewsBrian R.
expert skier
Amazing terrain, excellent snow, plenty of lift capacity and Bullwinkles for refreshments. While it can get cold and there maybe the occasional lift wind hold the experience and the views are more than worth it. I've skied all over the country and in Europe and the Loaf is a beast of the skiing universe!... More
Superb!5 / 5Nov 14, 2018
Sugarloaf ReviewsNathon B.
expert snowboarder
My home mountain the loaf. Awesome community, friendly people, and amazing snowboarding to be had. Remember to bring layers it can get cold up there, but with world class terrain it’s worth it. Warm up with the best pizza and beer I know and the bag. Going out go hit up the rack for some live music and drinks. Just as fun at the loaf in the summer... More
Average!2.8 / 5May 01, 2018
Sugarloaf ReviewsMatthew K.
advanced skier
I can't explain why but I just don't get good vibes here. It's very crowded, lifts are crappy, parking sucks. Save your money and go to Sunday river instead. They also brag about lift serviced above tree line skiing, which is never open and not real above tree line.... More
Very Good!4.2 / 5Nov 24, 2017
TAThomas A.
expert snowboarder
We love Sugarloaf! But we also love to travel! We ride many days a year and we love the diverse terrain and family friendly environment at the loaf. We want to expand our family trips so winning a pass would help! ... More
Very Good!4.1 / 5Nov 17, 2017
TGTristan G.
advanced skier
Sugarloaf is an amazing mountain, with enough trails to cater to everyone's abilities and desires. The staff does a great job maintaining the facilities and trails. The dining options are overwhelming and shelter is close by.... More
Fabulous!4.2 / 5Nov 12, 2017
ACAlex C.
expert skier
Best terrain the entire east coast offers!! An absolute must for any serious/advanced skier on the east coast. Rarely crowded, the secluded resort of Sugarloaf offers a break from the long lift lines of other New England resorts. Beautiful scenery, unreal glades, great snow, fantastic dining, but bring layers because it can get cold.... More