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Discover the Best Sledding Hills in the Kennebec Valley
Winter is a magical time in the Kennebec Valley! Whether you're looking for a place to take the kids in the winter or an opportunity to indulge the kid at heart, there are plenty of outstanding sledding hills near Augusta homes for sale and throughout the Kennebec Valley for all of your outdoor adventures this winter. Our real estate agents have more on some of the best sledding hills around the Kennebec Valley.
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Viles Arboretum – 153 Hospital St., Augusta, ME 04330
If you've visited Viles Arboretum during the warmer months, then you know it's a wonderful place for a nature walk or hike. Traveling the trails here in the winter will eventually bring you to Nancy's Hill, which you can find by following the Outer Loop Trail. It's about a quarter-mile journey down the trail to reach the hill, but those who don't mind a hike through the snow will be rewarded with one of the best sledding hills that the Kennebec Valley has to offer. -
Mill Park – 2-32 ME-104, Augusta, ME 04330
When you're in the mood for a full day of winter fun with beautiful views of the Kennebec River as a bonus, make the short trip to Mill Park in Augusta. In addition to a great sledding hill that's ideal for kids, this park also features an outdoor ice skating rink during the winter. There are also plenty of delicious dining options nearby when you're ready to warm up and recharge before continuing your winter adventures. -
Green Street Park – 15 Sherwin St., Waterville, ME 04901
Do you love to feel the wind in your hair while you're racing down the sledding hill at top speed? Then you won't want to miss the chance to experience the sledding hill at Green Street Park. This is one of the steeper sledding hills that you'll find around the Kennebec Valley, allowing you to pick up plenty of speed as you sled down into the basin below. You'll even find a bagel shop at the bottom of the hill, waiting for you with hot drinks and tasty, nourishing soups. -
Williams Park – 59 Bangor St., Augusta, ME 04330
While it's often worth the effort to trek through some trails to reach your sledding hill of choice, sometimes you just don't have enough time in the day for such a long adventure. Williams Park offers a great alternative when you're pressed for time, with easily accessible sledding hills in a smaller, conveniently located park. This park is typically a hub of activity in the summer thanks to the outdoor pool which is located here, but the sledding hill makes it a great place to visit in winter, too. -
Quarry Road Trails – 300 Quarry Rd., Waterville, ME 04901
Like Mill Park, the Quarry Road Trails allow you to enjoy a variety of winter outdoor activities, sledding included, in one convenient location. One of the cool things about the trails and sledding hills is that they're groomed during the winter, so you'll get great surfaces for all of your outdoor adventures. In addition to sledding, this area is popular for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
Searching for a home close to all of your favorite Kennebec Valley outdoor activities? Our team is here to help you accomplish your real estate goals. Contact us to buy and sell homes throughout the Augusta, ME area.