Maine offers a variety of options for snowshoeing. All you need to go snowshoeing is warm clothes, snowshoes, a place and, of course, snow. Just put on your shoes and take off across fields, through the woods or on unplowed roads or trails. You may want to seek landowner permission if you do not know that access is allowed. Most will have no problems with such a low impact activity.
Many state parks have hiking trails that make excellent terrain for a winter excursion.
If you d like to try the sport before investing is snowshoes of your own, you can try the sport at a ski resort like Sugarloaf . Or, you can also get rentals and try out the trails at outdoor recreation businesses like Arndt s Aroostook River Lodge and Campground in Presque Isle. Try it for yourself and discover the enjoyment of getting out into nature during our long winters. Scott Arndt is a Registered Maine Guide and writer from northern Maine. All Rights Reserved.