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Rich in history dating back to the early 30's, when the Jockey Cap was the first tow rope equipped ski mountain in Maine, the Jockey Cap has been an outdoor destination for many years. To this day the Jockey Cap is known as a great place for a family hike and a popular place for rock climbers to challenge their skills. Inside you will find articles on the Jockey Cap looking into the history as well as the current activities available on the trail.
Finding Jockey Cap worth the Effort by: Wendy Almeda MaineToday.com We spent about 1.5 hours on the trail with quite a bit of time spent watching the sporting events. If you're looking for a hike but don't have a lot of time, or don't want to spend too much time outside as the weather grows colder, this is the trail for you. Complete Article Here
 | | click to enlarge | Maine's Lost Ski Areas: Jockey Cap NELSAP Website The ski tow was built at Jockey Cap in 1936, and was the first rope tow in the state. Ten young business men in Fryeburg got together and formed a corporation, with each member putting in $25.00, so at a cost of $250.00, plus contributions of considerable labor from the corporation members and many of the townsmen, the Ski Tow, under the direction of Henry McIntire, was built. Complete Article Here
Maine Memory Network Maine's On-Line Museum Photo gallery of Jockey Cap mountain and skiing from the mid 1930's. Complete Gallery Here |