Posted on 9/10/2026

Your Guide to Fall 2026 in Rangeley

Fall Has Arrived in Rangeley!

Crisp mornings, colorful mountains, cozy cabins and plenty happening around town — fall is here, and Rangeley is calling! Here are a few of our favorite ways to enjoy the season, plus the events you won’t want to miss.

🍂 Fall Must-Dos in Rangeley

Take a Fall Foliage Flight

- See Rangeley from above as the landscape comes alive with BEAUTIFUL fall color

Drive to the Top of Quill Hill

- Drive or take an ATV to the top to see beautiful panoramic views of the foliage

Take a Scenic Chairlift Ride at Saddleback

- Head up Saddleback Mountain and see the foliage from above (without the hike!)

Take a Fall Foliage Road Trip

- Drive the Rangeley Lakes National Scenic Byway, stopping at overlooks, lakes, small towns and roadside gems along the way.

Stop at Height of Land

- A classic Rangeley-area stop where you pull over, get out of the car and just look at the beautiful Mooselookmeguntic Lake!

Go Leaf Peeping from the Water

- Rent a boat, kayak or canoe and get out on the lake while the water is calm and the fall colors reflect around you

Hike for the Foliage Views

- For a rewarding view without an all-day hike, Bald Mountain is a great choice. Feeling ambitious? Tackle Saddleback!

Chase Waterfalls

- Fall isn't just about the mountains! Visit Smalls Falls or Cascade Stream Gorge while the surrounding woods glow with color

🍂 WAIT! DON’T FORGET…

Pssst… fall getaways just got a little sweeter. Stay 4 nights for the price of 3 at select properties this fall! Cozy up, soak in the foliage and make a long weekend out of it. Contact our team to book!

🍂 Fall Fun, All Season Long

Foliage, festivals, live music, local events and plenty of reasons to get outside — here’s what’s happening around Rangeley this fall. 

September
Every Tuesday | South Shore Drive Farmer’s Market

Every Thursday | Downtown Farmer’s Market

12th | Northwoods Gravel Grind

12th | 12th Annual Western Mountain Photography Show

19th | Outdoor Heritage Museum Fall Festival

 26th | Rangeley Health and Wellness Fall Festival

26th | Harvest Moon Hike

October
1st | Downtown Farmer’s Market

2nd | Fall Foliage Golf Classic

3rd | Oktoberfest at Saddleback

10am | 5k Alpine Run

10am | Scenic Lift Rides Start
10am | UpCountry Artists Oktoberfest Art Show

11am | Live Music on the Deck
11am | Stein Hoisting Qualifying

11am | Axe Throwing

11am | Kids Zone: Cowbell Decorating, Sack Races, Activities + more

11am | Keg Tossing

1:30pm | Live Music on the Deck

3:30pm | Stein Hoisting Championship

3rd | Comedian at Rangeley Friends of the Arts

3rd + 4th | National Pro Pickleball Player Clinic at Rangeley Pickleball

6th | South Shore Drive Farmer’s Marker

8th | Downtown Farmer’s Market

🍂 Your Fall Getaway Awaits!

Now all that’s left to do is pick your dates, find your perfect rental and come enjoy fall in Rangeley! 

Photo Credit: Tristan Spinski

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