BethelThings to do

Things to do in Bethel

  1. Dr Moses Mason House

    For a look at how the gentry lived in the 1800s, visit this historic federal-style house. Now the research library of the Bethel Historical Society, the house is set with period furnishings and intriguing murals painted by itinerant artist Rufus Porter in the 1830s.

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  2. Bethel Outdoor Adventure

    Bethel Outdoor Adventure, right on the banks of the Androscoggin River, rents canoes and kayaks; rates include a free shuttle upriver allowing you to paddle back at your own pace. They also rent bicycles, can set you up for fly-fishing and offer on-site camping.

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  3. Cho Sun

    Serving eclectic Japanese and Korean dishes, this sophisticated restaurant provides a nice break from diner food. Seafood and curry dishes along with glazed meats, sushi and sashimi round out the menu. By summer, dine by torchlight on the outdoor deck. Reservations recommended.

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  4. Taste of Eden

    Amid New Age music and religious-bookstore ambience, Taste of Eden serves delicious vegetarian breakfast and lunch specials (ie veggie quesadilla, basmati rice and sweet potatoes) at excellent prices. Next door the Sassafras Market is a fine spot to assemble a picnic.

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  5. Sunday River Ski Resort

    Sunday River Ski Resort, 6 miles north of Bethel, is one of the best family-oriented ski centers in the region, with eight interconnected mountain peaks and 120 trails.

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  6. Sunday River Brewing Company

    Bethel’s brewpub pours a half-dozen of its own brews (from a light golden lager to a black porter), as well as offering mediocre bar food. Live bands fire things up on weekends.

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  7. Grafton Notch State Park

    If you're ready for a hike, head to Grafton Notch State Park, north of Bethel, which has pretty mountain scenery, waterfalls and lots of trails of varying lengths.

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  8. Café Dicocoa

    For tip-top coffee and espresso drinks, Café DiCocoa is a great destination. It also serves wholegrain baked goods and vegetarian lunches.

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  9. Mt Will Trail

    The Mt Will Trail is a hiking trail that starts east of Bethel and ascends to mountain ledges with fine views of the Androscoggin Valley.

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  10. Mt Abram

    Mt Abram is a small, family-friendly and reasonably priced ski area with 44 trails just southeast of Bethel.

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