The pristine splendor of lakes and mountains serves as a perfect setting for year-round vacations. The Rangeley Lakes glisten like gems stretched out below 4,120-foot Saddleback Mountain. Six major lakes, hundreds of smaller lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams lure vacationers for fishing, boating, and swimming.

Play golf and tennis, or take a bike ride. Boat, canoe, and kayak. Walk or hike numerous trails, including the famous Appalachian Trail. Browse a variety of shops, and enjoy cultural events and festivals in all seasons. Drive the Rangeley Lakes National Scenic Byway to magnificent overlooks. Registered Maine Guides assist fishermen, hunters, recreational hikers and wildlife watchers.

The world’s most brilliant fall colors transform the mountain-and-lake vistas to breathtaking beauty. Fall ushers in winter’s equally beautiful and sparkling snowscapes. Snowmobile the Region’s 150 miles of groomed trails. Trails connect to New Hampshire and Canada. Saddleback Maine offers big mountain, uncrowded skiing. Nordic skiing is superb at the Rangeley Lakes Trails Center.

Inns, cottages, homes, condos, B&Bs, lodges, sporting camps and campgrounds cater to every need. You’ll enjoy the abundant variety of dining and shopping. Our seasons unfold dramatically, each enhancing the unspoiled mountains and wilderness. Lush greens; sunlit hillsides of many colored wildflowers; brilliant reds, oranges, yellows, browns; or stark white result in equal beauty for each season.

When you visit the Rangeley Lakes, stop by the Chamber of Commerce at Lakeside Park for numerous detailed brochures; write: PO Box 317, Rangeley, ME 04970; call 1-800-MT-LAKES (685-2537); or visit online at www.rangeleymaine.com.