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Newry, MaineNewry
Go for a full day of skiing or golf at Sunday River, or skip if you're not into mountain sports: the town itself has little else.
Newry is a tiny mountain town in western Maine, home to the Sunday River ski resort. Outside winter, the resort runs alpine slides, ziplines and golf. The town has no real centre: you come for the mountain, not the place. Most visitors stay on-site or in nearby Bethel.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Dec–Mar (ski), Jun–Oct (golf and summer activities)
- avoid Apr–May (mud season, many facilities closed)
- Airports
- PWM · BOS
- Nights
- 1–2
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Newry, Maine911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Newry, Maine, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportPWM Portland International Jetport (About 1 h 45 min drive; rental car needed.).
- Getting aroundCar is essential.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$3–5
- Sit-down mealDinner entrée$18–35
- BeerBeer at the resort bar$6–9
- Budget bedTwo-bedroom condo (sleeps 4–6), a night, per roomUS$250
- Mid-range bedSunday River slope-side double room, a night, per roomUS$250
- High-end bedSunday River slope-side double room, a night, per roomUS$450
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$80 · Mid US$150 · High US$300
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- PWM Portland International Jetport (About 1 h 45 min drive; rental car needed.) · BOS Boston Logan International (About 3 h drive; rental car needed.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
Feb
Best
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
Mar
Best
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
Apr
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
May
Avoid
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Jun
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jul
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Aug
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Sep
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Oct
Best
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Nov
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6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Dec
Best
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Best: Jun–Oct, Dec–Mar. Avoid: Apr–May. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)), coolest Jan (−14°C (7°F)7°F (−14°C) low), wettest May (13 rain days), driest Feb (10). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Newry, Maine: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
−14°C (7°F)7°F (−14°C)
11 rd
Feb
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−13°C (9°F)9°F (−13°C)
10 rd
Mar
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
11 rd
Apr
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
12 rd
May
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
13 rd
Jun
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
13 rd
Jul
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
12 rd
Aug
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
11 rd
Sep
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
10 rd
Oct
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
11 rd
Nov
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
12 rd
Dec
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
−11°C (12°F)12°F (−11°C)
12 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is essential. Sunday River runs a free shuttle within the resort. No public transport between Newry and Bethel.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Bethel
goDoor to door: 10 min
US-2 east, about 10 min
Larger town with restaurants, shops and the Bethel Historical Society.
Fryeburg
goDoor to door: 30 min
US-2 east then US-302 south, about 30 min
Fryeburg Fair in October; also a gateway to the Saco River.
Grafton Notch State Park
goDoor to door: 20 min
ME-26 north, about 20 min
Hiking, waterfalls and the Appalachian Trail.
Portland
cautionDoor to door: 1 h 45 min
US-2 east then I-95 south, about 1 h 45 min
A long day trip; better as a separate base.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Sunday River resort
Slopeside hotels and condos; most convenient for skiing.
Bethel
About 10 min drive; more dining and lodging options.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $80–130 excl. bed
- Mid
- $130–250 excl. bed
- High
- $250+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Sunday River slope-side double room1 × 2 nights × US$250 | US$500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 2 days × US$150 | US$600 |
| Sunday River lift ticket (one day, peak season)2 × US$130 · check | US$260 |
| Sunday River golf round (peak season)2 × US$90 · check | US$180 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$154 |
| Trip total≈ US$424 per person per day, bed included | US$1,694 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and ski rentals excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $3–5 |
| Lunch at the resort | $12–20 |
| Dinner entrée | $18–35 |
| Beer at the resort bar | $6–9 |
| Gallon of petrol | $3.50–4.50 (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Mud season (April–May) closes many trails and some lifts; check the resort calendar.
- Sunday River parking fills on peak ski days: arrive before 9:00 or use the satellite lot.Sunday River parking fills on peak ski days: arrive before 9:00 AM or use the satellite lot.
- Cell service is spotty on the mountain; download offline maps.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Portland Jetport to Newry: about $100–150 by taxi or rideshare (check)
- Sunday River shuttle (within resort): free
Say or show
- Hello — Hello (hello)
- Thank you — Thank you (thank you)
- How much? — How much? (how much)
- Where is the lift? — Where is the lift? (where is the lift)
English is universal; no phrasebook needed.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Newry, Maine. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Dec–Mar (ski), Jun–Oct (golf and summer activities) · avoid Apr–May (mud season, many facilities closed) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Sunday River lift-ticket pricing verified for 2026.
- Seasonal opening dates for golf and alpine slide confirmed.
- Cell-coverage map for the valley.
Sources
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