Our Area
Most of you know that a chamber of commerce is the best source to find information about an area. This site is maintained by the Bethel Area Chamber of Commerce and its members. We know Bethel! Did you know that the Bethel area is Maine's premier four-season recreational, retirement, and second home destination, located in western Maine, in the Androscoggin River valley, and the Mahoosuc Mountains? (Click for MAP.) This is a place to both relax and enjoy outdoor activities, workshops and performances, wonderful community events, and shopping! We offer a wide variety lodging options and an extraordinary palette of restaurants as well as spas and other holistic healing therapies. Spring is a wonderful time to come for moose watching and scenic drives!
Any time of the year, your Maine vacation should include a visit to Bethel, Maine's most beautiful mountain village.
Featured Events
2010 Androscoggin River Source to the Sea
Maine State Triathlon and Aquabike
14th Annual Local Crafts & Wares Fair
Country Christmas In Bethel, Nov. 26-Dec. 24
It's summertime in the Bethel area and there is so much to do! Our area is a golfer's delight, with the Bethel Inn Resort and Sunday River Golf Club now open! Hikers, cyclists and joggers enjoy our many trails and loops for all abilities. Abundant fishing, canoeing and kayaking opportunities of various lengths on the River, or in one of our many ponds provides you with a memorable day's outing. Sunday River Resort's Chondola scenic rides and Mountain Bike Park are now open for the summer season.
Come for our summer events! Our weekend Mollyockett Days Festival is coming right up on July 17th and 18th, and more!
Like to see moose and other wildlife? Check out our scenic driving loops through Gratfton Notch State Park and the White Mountain National Forest. Great for motorcyling enthusiasts as well!
Visit our coffee shops, delis, restaurants, and pubs; unique shops offering treasures from near and far, spas and holistic therapies for rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation; Casablanca Cinema 4, Big Adventure Center, wonderful walking trails and a world-class heritage museum.
Click here to request a mailed, free vacation planner/area guidebook; you'll be entered into our contest -- a chance to win a 2-night stay in the Bethel area!
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