Oxford County
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Oxford County
Locals say Western Maine
Where the mountains meet the rivers
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Welcome to Western Maine, where the mountains meet the rivers and the maple runs sweet. Whether you're here for the slopes or the quiet lakes, you'll find a community that knows how to enjoy every season.
Clubs for Oxford County
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The room
One room for everyone around Oxford County. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.
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Marketplace
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Things to do
- Sunday River Ski Resort One of the largest ski areas in the East, with extensive terrain.
- Grafton Notch State Park Scenic gorge with waterfalls, hiking trails, and wildlife viewing.
- Mount Abram Ski Area Family-friendly ski hill with a local, laid-back vibe.
- Rumford Falls Dramatic waterfall on the Androscoggin River, visible from downtown.
- Lake Pennesseewassee Popular lake for swimming, boating, and fishing in Norway.
- Bethel Common Historic village green with a bandstand and annual events.
- Outdoors Hike the trails at Grafton Notch
- Outdoors Ski or snowboard at Sunday River
- With kids Swim at Lake Pennesseewassee
- With kids Visit the Bethel Historical Society
- Evenings Catch a show at the Norway Opera House
- Evenings Enjoy a pint at a local brewpub
- Locals love Sugarhouses
- Locals love Ski resorts
Through the year
- Oxford County Fair September Classic agricultural fair with livestock, rides, and local food.
- Bethel Independence Day Celebration July Parade, fireworks, and community picnic on the common.
- Norway Summerfest July Street fair with crafts, music, and food in downtown Norway.
- Rumford River Festival August Celebrates the Androscoggin with kayak races, live music, and local vendors.
- Sunday River Fall Festival October Outdoor concert and craft beer event at the ski resort.
Cold, snowy winters and mild, pleasant summers. Best time to be out is fall for foliage and summer for lakes. Best: Fall foliage and summer lake days are peak times to be out.
Getaways
- Lewiston City amenities, restaurants, and cultural events.
- Portland Coastal city with waterfront, museums, and food scene.
- Augusta State capital with historic sites and riverfront.
- Farmington Gateway to the western mountains and outdoor recreation.
Local flavour
Rooting for Boston Red Sox, New England Patriots, Boston Bruins, Boston Celtics, Maine Black Bears, Maine Mariners
Eat and drink
- Whoopie pie Maine's official state treat, a chocolate cake with creamy filling
- Moxie soda A distinctly Maine soft drink with a bold, herbal flavor
- Red snapper hot dog A bright red, natural-casing hot dog popular across Maine
- Bean-hole beans Baked beans slow-cooked in an underground pit, often served at community suppers
- Fiddleheads Seasonal fern shoots foraged from riverbanks, a spring delicacy
Where people go
- Sugarhouses Where maple syrup is boiled down each spring, a beloved local ritual
- Ski resorts Sunday River and other slopes draw winter sports enthusiasts
- Covered bridges Historic wooden bridges scattered through the countryside
- General stores Community hubs selling everything from groceries to hardware
- Lakes and ponds Perfect for fishing, swimming, and quiet reflection
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Oxford County, ME. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.