Winter Wonderl and
Greater East Grand Lake Area
By Heather Zakupowsky
One of the greatest kept secrets is the winter fun
that is available in the Greater East Grand Lake
Area. If you enjoy outdoor sports in an uncrowded
atmosphere, this is your kind of place. Although
we are tucked away in the often overlooked area of
southeastern Aroostook and northern Washington
counties, we are readily accessible just two hours
north of Bangor or approximately an hour south
of Presque Isle. Year-round accommodations
range from housekeeping cabins on the lake
and riverside to finer amenities available at First
Settler’s Lodge along the snowmobile trails.
The local East Grand Snowmobile Club maintains
60 miles of well-groomed trails that are easily
accessible to the state’s ITS system as well as
local clubs to the north and south. Gas and food
are available in downtown Danforth with trails
running through town. Our snowmobile trails
offer challenges for all skill levels. There are
straight open stretches for those who like a little
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speed, but also many wooded hilly trails requiring
a more technical ride. Even though our trails are
well maintained, they’re lightly used, making our
biggest draw the “quiet and serene atmosphere”
that those from away really appreciate. Our rural
environment lends ample opportunity for wildlife
viewing as deer, moose, bobcat and fox are often
seen along the trails.
For those that enjoy a little slower pace, our
groomed trails are used by cross-country skiers
and snowshoers. The wind packed snow on the
lakes also makes great terrain for traveling on foot.
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