Skiing in Vermont
Whether you're a shredder, a scraper, a ripper or a ski-bum, Jay Peak, Smugglers' Notch and Stowe Mountain Resort will deliver the goods for your next ski vacation.
Thinking of getting away to do some extreme skiing and snowboarding? Did you ever wish you could get someone to watch your kids while you take some expert lessons yourself? Sign everyone up with their own qualified instructors and meet later in the lodge for hot cocoa.
Ultimate Comfort
The accommodations are as simple or luxurious as your budget will allow. Most resorts have their own townhouses and condominiums, each with multiple bedrooms and baths, full kitchens, washers and dryers, jacuzzis and hot tubs. On site, there are heated pools with hot tubs, spas and fitness rooms, game rooms and movie nights. And best of all, there's day-care for when you want to go out on the town and enjoy the Vermont night-life!
Northern Vermont's Top 3 Ski Areas:
Jay Peak, Jay, VT
- Resort phone: 802-988-2611 ~ Snow phone: 802-988-9601.
- Jay Peak gets an incredible amount of snow, with an average of 366" annually!
- Total trails: 76
- Total lifts: 8, including 2 quads with a 60 passenger aerial tramway.
- Vertical Drop: 2,153 feet.
- Lift tickets: Adults $62.00, kids $45.00.
- For directions to Jay Peak as well as the following resorts, see the Map of Vermont Ski Areas .
- Accommodations:
- The Hotel Jay (1-800-451-4449) is located at the resort. Prices range from $123.00-$524.00 per night.
- Slopeside Condominiums (1-800-451-4449) also at the resort. Priced from $144.00 per night.
- Jay Village Inn (802-988-2306) Prices start at $90.00 for a double to $299.00 for an apartment that sleeps 6-12.
Special ~ Jay Peak has an awesome special starting on January 8th, 2008 until closing day 2008. Book 4 nights and they'll give you $100.00 for gas money! Restrictions may apply. There's a promo code to enter on the website. Check online or call the resort.
Smugglers’ Notch Resort Smugglers' Notch, VT.
- Resort phone: 802-644-8851. Snow phone: 802-644-1111.
- Total trails: 78 all interconnected on three mountains.
- Total lifts: 8
- Vertical Drop 2,610 feet.
- Lift tickets: Adults $64.00, Kids $46.00.
- Accommodations: Smugglers' Notch Resort features 5 Communities with luxurious condos and townhouses. Ranging in size from 1-5 bedrooms some with full kitchens, washers and dryers, jacuzzis, etc. $240.00 - $750.00 per night.
Stowe Mountain Resort Stowe, VT.
- Located at the base of Mount Mansfield - the highest peak in Vermont.
- Resort phone: 800-253-4754, Snow phone: 802-253-3600
- Total trails: 116
- Total lifts: 13 including 3 high speed quads and 2 gondolas.
- Vertical Drop: 2,360 feet.
- Lift tickets: Adults $84.00 Kids $60.00.
- Accommodations:
- Inn At The Mountain (800-253-4754) 33 rooms and suites with balconies, decks and cable TV, fridges, AC and maid service.
- Condominiums, Townhouses and Cottage (800-253-4754) 1 bedroom condos to 5 bedroom townhouses, washers and dryers, full kitchens, wood burning stoves and housekeeping. Priced from $129.00 - $639.00 per night.
While in Stowe, why not relax and and be pampered at Topnotch Resort and Spa (888-460-5567) after a hard day on the slopes? Get a massage or a facial!
Prices (US dollars), policies and information are subject to change.
Ideas for activities, reviews and things to do in Northern Vermont can be found at Trip Advisor.com
Check out Central Vermont's Top 3 Ski Areas for info on Killington, Mad River Glen and Sugarbush.
For info on Mount Snow, Okemo and Stratton Mountain, see Southern Vermont's Top 3 Ski Areas.
For current snow conditions, go to Vermont Ski Report.
Sources: jaypeakresort.com, smuggs.com, stowe.com, topnotchresort.com, tripadvisor.com, skivermont.com, mapquest.com
Donna Diegel - Donna Diegel is an experienced baker and published author with more than 25 years of experience in the food industry.
