Our Story began in 1938
Born from humble beginnings
"You can ski, but please put the fences back up for my cows in Spring."
A Timeline Review
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January 23, 1938Official Opening under the name of Pleasant Mountain
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1938First Ski Patrol in Maine
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1954First Chairlift in Maine
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1979Snowmaking followed the year of no-snow
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1983-1984Top to bottom snowmaking installed
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1988Ownership change and name change to Shawnee Peak
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1988Night Skiing installed
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1994Homer Family Purchase
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October 2021The Resort is purchased by Boyne Resorts
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September 2022Shawnee Peak goes back to its roots becoming Pleasant Mountain
Traditions are born here.
For 85 years, we have been home to generations of skiers and riders. Families and friends have grown up side-by-side on the slopes, and every season we commit to introducing the Pleasant Mountain experience to a new group of skiers and riders.
Our History
The journey to Shawnee Peak
In 1938, a single ski trail was cleared on the western slope of Pleasant Mountain in Bridgton, Maine, by a collaborative of local students, Civilian Conservation Corps members, and volunteers. Three years later a rope tow was introduced, and the Pleasant Mountain Ski Club was born. Through the years, Pleasant Mountain become one of the premiere ski areas in Maine, eventually boasting the most night skiing in New England. In 1988, Pleasant Mountain was sold to Shawnee Mountain Corporation and, in a burst of brand synergy, was renamed “Shawnee Peak” to create a connection between the Maine mountain and the Pennsylvania company. And so it has been for 34 years that the western peak of the Pleasant Mountain massif has been named Shawnee Peak. Until now.
The Future
The Rebirth of Pleasant Mountain
We are pleased to announce that for the 2022-23 ski season, Shawnee Peak will return to its roots and will be known once again as Pleasant Mountain. This decision was made to honor the 84-year history of the ski area, as well as the mountain it calls home.