Recreation

Outdoor enthusiasts will truly enjoy all that the county has to offer. Thorncrag Bird Sanctuary, one of the largest bird sanctuaries in New England, is open year-round for bird watching, hiking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Lost Valley in Auburn is also open year-round, offering one of the best ski schools in Maine as well as night skiing, mountain biking and paint-ball games.

Mt. Apatite in Auburn has miles of hiking and cross-country trails as well as active mining for Maine tourmaline.

Golf enthusiasts will enjoy the diversity of 12 different golf courses within a 20-mile radius.

Dozens of beautiful lakes for fishing and boating are within 15 miles of Lewiston and Auburn. Campers can take advantage of the campsites and amenities at many of the nearby lakes. From Motocross to Ring Toss, the twin cities of Lewiston and Auburn are “The Heart of Maine.”