Last updated: September 25, 2026
High Peaks Alliance is supporting a new project to develop publicly maintained backcountry ski glades at Bald Mountain in Oquossoc, Maine in the heart of the Rangeley Lakes region. Partnering with the Maine Bureau of Parks and Lands and Granite Backcountry Alliance they are on track to having glade skiing for the 2026-27 winter season.
About Bald Mountain
Bald Mountain in Oquossoc once hosted a small ski area in the 1960s. Remnants of the T-Bar line still exists today. Currently, it is managed for summer hiking with two existing parking areas and uphill hiking routes. This existing infrastructure, along with the proposed maintained ski glades, will be a great addition to the backcountry skiing scene in the Rangeley, Maine area with free access to the Bald Mountain ski glade runs.
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| The Granite Backcountry Alliance recently held a glade work day at Bald Mountain. Looks great! (photo credit: Granite Backcountry Alliance) |
How to Get Involved
Volunteers are often needed to help with glade construction and maintenance. Stay tuned to the Granite Backcountry Alliance website to learn about volunteer opportunities at Bald Mountain and public glades throughout New England.
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| Bald Mountain Glades Map (image credit: High Peaks Alliance) |
The earn-your-turns / human powered backcountry ski movement is one of the fastest growing segments of the sport and becoming an increasingly important driver in Maine's outdoor economy. This is an exciting project for Western Maine!
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