The Least Crowded Ski Resorts in Maine
Looking for slopes where you can hear the satisfying crunch of snow beneath your skis instead of the chatter of crowds? Our Quiet Slopes ranking showcases the resorts where our community has found peace on the pistes. This ranking comes straight from Snomad users who've experienced these mountains firsthand – no sponsored opinions, just genuine feedback from fellow powder hunters. Every resort listed has received sufficient ratings to ensure our rankings reflect authentic experiences rather than one-off visits.
Haven't skied these serene spots yet? Share your own peaceful discoveries with our community here. For more insights from our ski-obsessed users, check out our Best for Powder, Best for Beginners, or Value for Money rankings.
Best Ski Resort for Quiet Slopes in Maine: Sugarloaf - Quiet Slopes Rating
Sugarloaf wins praise from our users for its uncrowded slopes, particularly on the higher lifts. "Get there early and lap a higher lift," suggests Spencer, an intermediate skier. The recent opening of West Mountain terrain has further dispersed skiers across the mountain, as noted by Sam, an expert local. One Snomad community member liked the remote, quiet nature of this "big Eastern resort." While weekends can see some lift lines, they're "not like west coast resorts," according to Alec, an advanced skier. For those wanting to maximise empty runs, the morning is your best bet for carving fresh tracks in peace.
#2 Sunday River - Quiet Slopes Rating
Sunday River's quiet slopes get mixed reviews from our Snomad community. While one expert skier mentions finding trails all to yourself even on the busiest weekend days, others point to significant crowds as an issue. The expansive layout across multiple peaks helps disperse skiers, with the upper level trails and peaks on the right side typically less busy. A user who is an advanced snowboarder points out that the wide mountain layout makes it possible to find less crowded areas. However, some weekends can be absolute mayhem, with parking shortages and lift queues that one reviewer described as "mobs rather than lines."
