Fat Biking

Fat Biking in Maine's Lakes and Mountains

For those that love mountain biking in the woods of Maine March and April are the perfect months to hit the trail on a fat bike. Well-suited for the packed snow trails used by snowmobilers, fat biking (some call it snow biking) has exploded in popularity across Maine's Lakes and Mountains. The huge, knobby-grippy tires keep you on track, offering a perfect alternative to other sports when trails ice up or turn a bit soft—bad skiing conditions make for the best fat biking. Plus, with its recent popularity spike here in Maine’s Lakes and Mountains you won’t need to bring your own ride; we’ve got several shops and ski centers that rent around the region.

A couple quick pointers if you are planning to go. Softer snow is OK but keep it in the track on a slushy day. Look for a well-groomed trail system. You’ll find a great ride at Pineland in New Gloucester while the Carrabassett Valley is just thick with options, or check out the list below for an options that suits your style.

Fat Biking in Maine's Lakes and Mountains

Fat Biking Trails (South to North)

Pineland Farms

Mount Apatite

Range Ponds State Park

Shepard Farm Preserve

Bethel Village Trails at the Bethel Inn Resort

Carter's X-Country Ski Center

Highwater Trail Loop

Rangeley Lakes Trails Center

Narrow Gauge Pathway

Maine Huts & Trails

Sugarloaf Outdoor Center

Rent your Ride

AJ's Cycles

Bethel Village Trails at the Bethel Inn Resort

Barker Mountain Bikes

Busytown Bikes

Carter's X-Country Ski Center

Green Machine Bike Shop

Rainbow Bicyle