Facility Maps & Description
Trails are available for all abilities from the beginner to the best skiers in the world. All trails are professionally groomed daily. All are loops ranging from just 0.7km to over 6.5km. All loops are inter-joined and it is possible to ski the entire circuit continuously. Click here or on the picture below to view the full size Trail Map.
NEW TRAIL SIGNS WILL BE INSTALLED OVER THE COURSE OF THE WINTER ON MANY OF OUR TRAILS
Novice Trails
The Acadian & Violette Settlement Loops are among the easiest at the facility. Skiers can choose from various loop lengths ranging from 1km to over 6km depending upon their ability. The 6.4 km Violette Settlement Loop follows the gradual western side of the Hill then sweeps out through a lowland evergreen forest, past beaver ponds, and near open meadows. It is the most scenic and peaceful trail at the facility. The 3.3km Acadian Loop is an integral part of the larger Violette Settlement Trail and is a great trail for beginners. Local skiing enthusiasts have long enjoyed these peaceful trails.
The Waska Loop, named after one of our World Cup mascots, begins at the 10th Mt Center. It is an easy 1.3km in length. This trail is lit for night skiing
Intermediate Trails
The Can-Am loop originates from the biathlon stadium and has been used for all major competitions including the recent Biathlon World Cup. With the exception of one sharp curve the trail is not very technically demanding and is a great trail for those new to the facility or for those with limited experience. Several other more challenging trails intersect with the Can-Am Loop. The Can-Am loop is lit for night skiing. This trail was designed by Olympic Biathlete John Morton and built in 1999.
The Volunteer Way, formerly Known as the Pet Loop is the only trail where it is possible to ski with your dog. Like the Can-Am Loop, it is not a very demanding trail. It is accessible from the lodge or from the Red Barn entrance and consists of gradual ups and downs. It is approximately 2.5km in length.
Advanced Trails
The Voyager Loop also known as the 5km Loop is also used for major competitions and is 5.6km in length. It follows the Can-am Loop for a portion of its distance. It includes Mikes Mountain which consists of a short, but very steep climb followed by a very steep downhill with a series of sharp curves. It is here where Sven Fischer took his infamous ski off the trail and into the woods during the world cup at what is now known as Sven's Curve. Mikes Mountain is also lit for night skiing. The trail then leads to the top of Lonesome Pine Ski Area (alpine), which is located on the north side of the mountain. From there skiers can view the St. John River, Canada and the town of Fort Kent. After reaching the top of Lonesome Pine, the trail then descends down a series of sharp, steep S-curves. A portion of this trail is also lit for night skiing including Mikes Mountain.
If you like to climb, then Saengers Challenge, and the Grand Outlook and Green Bean loops are for you. Each trail consists of a series of long steep climbs and challenging descents with sharp curves. Grand Outlook is relatively short (1km) however and offers stunning views up the Fish River Valley. The trail is accessible from the Volunteer Way. The Green Bean Loop (5.5km) was described by one of the top competitors at the recent World Cup as one of the toughest he has ever skied. The Green Bean Loop is named after the local high school ski team and is used for both practice and high school competition. This trail is accessible from Lonesome Pine Ski Area parking lot or from Saengers Challenge. Saengers Challenge is a newly designated trail this season. It was named in honor of Max and Karen Saenger for all their hard work and dedication to 10th Mountain Center and to skiing in general throughout the County. Max served as vice-president of economic development for Maine Winter Sports Center until spring 2007 when he left to take a position as Biathlon Sports director for the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. Max was instrumental in the development of 10th Mountain Center and in the many national and international level events hosted at the venue since 2000. This trail is 1.5km in length and consists of a technical downhill section at the start and a long climb.
Finding the Trailheads (when you are in Fort Kent)
There are three access points to the trail system:
The Tenth Mountain Ski Center is on the Paradis Circle Road located 1.6 miles south of the traffic light at the center of town on Route 11. Look for the Maine Winter Sports Center sign on the right.
The Red Barn access point is located at the end of the Fort Kent Village Road 0.7 miles west on the St. John Road from the traffic light at the center of town. Those who wish to ski with a dog may begin at this trailhead.
The Violette Settlement Access point is 1.8 miles west from the traffic light at the center of town on the St. John Road (Route 161). Turn left onto the Violette Settlement Road. Park at the plowed garage parking area on the right.
Trails are available for all abilities from the beginner to the best skiers in the world. All trails are professionally groomed daily. All are loops ranging from just 0.7km to over 6.5km. All loops are inter-joined and it is possible to ski the entire circuit continuously. Click here or on the picture below to view the full size Trail Map.
NEW TRAIL SIGNS WILL BE INSTALLED OVER THE COURSE OF THE WINTER ON MANY OF OUR TRAILS
Novice Trails
The Acadian & Violette Settlement Loops are among the easiest at the facility. Skiers can choose from various loop lengths ranging from 1km to over 6km depending upon their ability. The 6.4 km Violette Settlement Loop follows the gradual western side of the Hill then sweeps out through a lowland evergreen forest, past beaver ponds, and near open meadows. It is the most scenic and peaceful trail at the facility. The 3.3km Acadian Loop is an integral part of the larger Violette Settlement Trail and is a great trail for beginners. Local skiing enthusiasts have long enjoyed these peaceful trails.
The Waska Loop, named after one of our World Cup mascots, begins at the 10th Mt Center. It is an easy 1.3km in length. This trail is lit for night skiing
Intermediate TrailsThe Can-Am loop originates from the biathlon stadium and has been used for all major competitions including the recent Biathlon World Cup. With the exception of one sharp curve the trail is not very technically demanding and is a great trail for those new to the facility or for those with limited experience. Several other more challenging trails intersect with the Can-Am Loop. The Can-Am loop is lit for night skiing. This trail was designed by Olympic Biathlete John Morton and built in 1999.
The Volunteer Way, formerly Known as the Pet Loop is the only trail where it is possible to ski with your dog. Like the Can-Am Loop, it is not a very demanding trail. It is accessible from the lodge or from the Red Barn entrance and consists of gradual ups and downs. It is approximately 2.5km in length.
Advanced TrailsThe Voyager Loop also known as the 5km Loop is also used for major competitions and is 5.6km in length. It follows the Can-am Loop for a portion of its distance. It includes Mikes Mountain which consists of a short, but very steep climb followed by a very steep downhill with a series of sharp curves. It is here where Sven Fischer took his infamous ski off the trail and into the woods during the world cup at what is now known as Sven's Curve. Mikes Mountain is also lit for night skiing. The trail then leads to the top of Lonesome Pine Ski Area (alpine), which is located on the north side of the mountain. From there skiers can view the St. John River, Canada and the town of Fort Kent. After reaching the top of Lonesome Pine, the trail then descends down a series of sharp, steep S-curves. A portion of this trail is also lit for night skiing including Mikes Mountain.
If you like to climb, then Saengers Challenge, and the Grand Outlook and Green Bean loops are for you. Each trail consists of a series of long steep climbs and challenging descents with sharp curves. Grand Outlook is relatively short (1km) however and offers stunning views up the Fish River Valley. The trail is accessible from the Volunteer Way. The Green Bean Loop (5.5km) was described by one of the top competitors at the recent World Cup as one of the toughest he has ever skied. The Green Bean Loop is named after the local high school ski team and is used for both practice and high school competition. This trail is accessible from Lonesome Pine Ski Area parking lot or from Saengers Challenge. Saengers Challenge is a newly designated trail this season. It was named in honor of Max and Karen Saenger for all their hard work and dedication to 10th Mountain Center and to skiing in general throughout the County. Max served as vice-president of economic development for Maine Winter Sports Center until spring 2007 when he left to take a position as Biathlon Sports director for the 2010 Vancouver Olympics. Max was instrumental in the development of 10th Mountain Center and in the many national and international level events hosted at the venue since 2000. This trail is 1.5km in length and consists of a technical downhill section at the start and a long climb.
Finding the Trailheads (when you are in Fort Kent)
There are three access points to the trail system:
The Tenth Mountain Ski Center is on the Paradis Circle Road located 1.6 miles south of the traffic light at the center of town on Route 11. Look for the Maine Winter Sports Center sign on the right.
The Red Barn access point is located at the end of the Fort Kent Village Road 0.7 miles west on the St. John Road from the traffic light at the center of town. Those who wish to ski with a dog may begin at this trailhead.
The Violette Settlement Access point is 1.8 miles west from the traffic light at the center of town on the St. John Road (Route 161). Turn left onto the Violette Settlement Road. Park at the plowed garage parking area on the right.