If you go . . .
Where to stay
Camden Harbour Inn
83 Bayview St.
207-236-4200
This elegant property features 20 airy rooms, with chic, nearly minimalistic furnishings. Rooms have ultra-plush linens, and all the high-tech bells and whistles, some with steam showers, gas fireplaces, and private decks. $225-$575
Hartstone Inn
41 Elm St.
207-236-4259
Within easy walking distance to downtown restaurants and shops, this friendly inn has14 home-y rooms and suites. The inn's dining room is known for five-course dinners ($48.50). Winter rates $115-$195
Where to eat
Long Grain
31 Elm St.
207-236-9001
Serving up deeply-flavored traditional dishes, this tiny, not-to-be-missed eatery would not be out of place on the streets of Thailand. $7-$12.50
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Francine
55 Chestnut St.
207-230-0083
Locals love this bustling bistro for its inventive, out-of-the-box dishes, like chicken liver bruschetta, local chicken deep fried in duck fat, and garlicky herb frites. $17-$25
Natalie's
83 Bayview St.
207-236-7008
Arguably the finest restaurant in the area. Three-course prix fixe $68, seven-course $97
What to do
Snow Bowl
20 Barnestown Road
207-236-3438
Full-day lift tickets: adult $23-$35, student $21-$26,
age 5 or younger free; toboggan chute and tube rentals $5 per hour.
Cellardoor Winery
367 Youngtown Road
Lincolnville
207-763-4478
Free wine tastings and gift shop. Winter hours vary.
Camden Hills State Park
280 Belfast Road
207-236-3109
www.maine.gov/cgi-bin/online/doc/parksearch/index.pl
$1.50-$4.50 per person
Merryspring Nature Center
30 Conway Road
207-236-2239
Free
US National Toboggan
Championships
At Camden Snow Bowl
Spectators free, Feb. 8-10.