Rangeley Highlights 3 Day Itinerary
Itinerary Note
Note – we put some scheduled times in here just to give you some ideas. You can pick and choose what you want to do. Be sure to look at when they are open and if there are any COVID restrictions. In fact, it would probably be a good idea to call any that you plan to visit just to be on the safe side.
Overview
Rangeley, Maine is a beautiful town located at the center of the Rangeley Lakes Region, and this itinerary will take you along the most beautiful and intriguing sites to see here.
Day 1
Oquossoc Grocery
75 Carry Road, Oquossoc, ME 04964
Grab some items for lunch! This grocer sells “grab and go” items perfect for a quick meal while you’re at the park later!
Breakfast at the Gingerbread House Restaurant
55 Carry Road, Oquossoc, ME 04964 | (207) 864-3602
Start your trip with breakfast at the Gingerbread House Restaurant, located just outside Rangeley. Here, you’ll find delicious omelets, pancakes, hash browns, and more.
Rangeley Lake State Park
1 State Park Road, Rangeley, ME 04970
A State Park with a history rooted in water sports! Today, you can enjoy activities like swimming, fishing, hiking, bird watching, and more! We’ve decided to let you choose how you want to fill your day while you are here! Don’t forget to eat lunch!
Dinner at Parkside & Main
2520 Main Street, Rangeley, ME 04970
This comfort-food serving restaurant has enjoyed some great success while calling Rangeley in Western Maine home! You’d be hard-pressed to find negative comments about this restaurant’s food!
Day 2
Breakfast at Inner Eye
2487 Main Street, Rangeley, ME 04970
Start day two of your trip at Inner Eye, a coffee shop and bakery with a gift shop.
8 Rumford Road, Oquossoc, Maine 04964
The Outdoor Heritage Museum will teach you all about the history of the Rangeley area and how it became a famed outdoor sports hub.
Lunch at The Red Onion
2511 Main Street, Rangeley, ME 04970
A local favorite restaurant specializing in pizza, but don’t forget to try their famous chili! They’ve been in business for 50 years now, so you can be sure your bellies will be in good hands!
Maine Forestry Museum
221 Stratton Road, Rangeley, ME 04970
Here you will learn all about the history of Rangeley as a crucial logging center in the state of Maine! They have hundreds of artifacts for you to see, ask questions about them, too!
Hunter Cove Wildlife Sanctuary
ME-4, Rangeley, ME 04970
The Hunter Cove Wildlife Sanctuary features 1.5 miles of easy, flat trails with several different paths along Rangeley Lake with several benches for relaxing or picnicking.
Dinner at The Shed
2647 Main Street, Rangeley, ME 04970
Finish off your day at The Shed, a rustic restaurant with delicious meals including sandwiches and barbeques.
Hotel Recommendations
- Rangeley Saddleback Inn– Located at 2303 Main St, Rangeley, ME 04979, the Rangeley Saddleback Inn is a clean and affordable option with great reviews!
- The Rangeley Inn & Tavern– Located at 2443 Main St, Rangeley, ME 04970, the Rangeley Inn & Tavern offers gorgeous lodging accommodations at a very reasonable price!
Day 3
Oquossoc Grocery
75 Carry Road, Oquossoc, ME 04964
Begin your day at this grocery store once again to gather items for another picnic!
Breakfast at the Gingerbread House Restaurant
55 Carry Road, Oquossoc, ME 04964 | (207) 864-3602
Start day three of your trip with breakfast at the Gingerbread House Restaurant, located just outside Rangeley. Here, you’ll find delicious omelets, pancakes, hash browns, and more.
Shelton Noyes Overlook
ME-17, Roxbury, ME 04275 (see map for further details)
The lesser-known Shelton Noyes Overlook is a beautiful scenic overlook located along Route 17 with panoramic views of Rangeley Lake and the surrounding areas.
Height of Land
ME-17, Roxbury, ME 04275 (see map for further details)
Height of Land is a must-see view before you leave the Rangeley area. It overlooks Richardson Lake and Mooselookmeguntic Lake; the White Mountains are in the distance, as well!
Smalls Falls
Route 4 near Rangeley, ME (see map for further details)
This waterfall glows with warmth in the sunlight, and offers swimming holes for your family to enjoy, or however large a group! Set up your picnic in a comfortable spot and enjoy your lunch!
Quill Hill
Accessed from Oddy’s Road on Route 16
Breathtaking 360-degree views are what attract visitors from all over the Northeast to Quill Hill. At an elevation of 2,848 feet, Quill Hill treats its visitors to views of many local landmarks in the distance!
Furbish Brew House & Eats
2541 Main Street, Rangeley, ME 04970
A restaurant well known for its delicious pizza and excellent selection of beer! If the weather permits, enjoy their outdoor seating!
Alternatives in Rangeley
Packing List
The weather in Maine can be unpredictable. Therefore, here are some ideas to be prepared. Wear comfortable clothes and dress in layers, Maine is very casual, so you probably will not find any restaurants that require formal attire.
Spring/Summer/Fall: clothes, comfortable sneakers or hiking shoes for walking, sun hat, sunscreen, sweater or jacket, insect repellent, toiletries, and phone/camera
Winter: clothes (layers), ski pants highly recommended, winter boots, jacket, hats, scarves, gloves, warm socks, toiletries, and phone/camera. Please pack a helmet if you are participating in snowmobiling, skiing, or snowboarding.
Fun Facts
- The Outdoor Heritage Museum houses some 10,000 year old Native American artifacts!
- Smalls Falls has two different falls, one right above the other, that each fall to their own swimming hole at the bottom!
- Smalls Falls total drop height is 54 feet!
- Rangeley Lake State Park consists of a total of 869 acres of land in Western Maine!
- The Maine Forestry Museum has HUNDREDS of artifacts for you to learn about.
- The Oquossoc Grocery Store also often has freshly cooked and ready-to-eat meals!
- Oddy’s Road is a 4-mile dirt road that leads you to Quill Hill!
- Quill Hill has a fully functional wood burning grill for you to bring and cook your own food on!
