The rank-order of Vermont ski resorts we’ve been to based on overall mountain experience. Killington Killington, VT Size for Vermont Terrain diversity Lift infrastructure Snowmaking operations Lift logistics that lead to large crowds in popular areas Ease of navigation Size, snow quality, and terrain diversity make this East Coast mountain incredibly appealing, but navigation could be easier. See our review → Stowe Stowe, VT Demanding expert terrain Snow quality for Vermont Modern lifts in most major areas Ease of navigation Impractically placed Mansfield base facilities Despite a few logistical flaws, this classic Vermont resort holds its own against the best on the East Coast. See our review → Jay Peak Jay, VT Top-tier East Coast snow accumulation Excellent glade terrain Extraordinary expert chutes Striking footprint Fewer crowds than resorts further south Frequent wind holds Lackluster snowmaking and grooming Extraordinary cold spells throughout the core season Slow or uncomfortable lift rides aside from tram Long drive from major metropolitan areas Vermont’s northernmost resort offers class-leading snow and expert terrain, but resiliency issues hurt it against more convenient competitors. See our review → Sugarbush Warren, VT Diverse terrain, including demanding expert and backcountry runs Breathtaking mountain aesthetic Lack of snowmaking on some trails, especially expert terrain, that leads to inconsistent conditions Limited beginner terrain Long distance between the two resort sides This charming Vermont resort offers diverse, demanding terrain and a local feel. However, the best expert runs aren’t always open. See our review → Stratton Stratton Mountain, VT Stratton Mountain, VT Stratton Mountain, VT Lift infrastructure Impeccable resort signage Size and terrain for southern Vermont Snowmaking and grooming operations Commercialized feel Inconvenient overflow parking Lack of true expert terrain This southern Vermont mountain delivers an ideal family experience thanks to excellent grooming and easy navigation, but you’ll be giving up some snow and terrain quality for the location. See our review → Smugglers' Notch Jeffersonville, VT Jeffersonville, VT Jeffersonville, VT Remote, beautiful footprint Variety of distinctive terrain Reasonably-priced lift tickets Archaic, low-capacity lifts Lackluster snowmaking operations Beginner zone poorly connected with other resort areas Long drive from major Northeast cities Ancient lifts and lackluster resiliency measures hold back a staple of the northern Vermont skiing scene. See our review → Pico Mendon, VT Straightforward footprint Available ski-in/ski-out lodging Modest footprint Secondary lifts that don’t operate consistently

Closed on most Tuesdays and Wednesdays Intermediate trail congestion at summit This central Vermont mountain gets overshadowed by bigger competitors, but it offers decent terrain and an escape from the crowds. See our review → Burke East Burke, VT Low crowds and local feel Competitive vertical drop for the region Excellent lift ticket value Lower snow quality than nearby resorts in Northern Vermont Slightly ordinary terrain This Northern Vermont resort offers low crowds, reasonable ticket prices, and a respectable vertical drop, but it may not bring the snow benefits some might expect. See our review → Okemo Ludlow, VT Lift infrastructure in most major areas Wide variety of beginner and groomed terrain Size for southern Vermont Lack of expert terrain Lift logistics at the main base area Crowds during peak times This family-friendly mountain boasts modern lifts and a wide variety of groomers, but expert terrain is lacking. Crowding has gotten worse in recent seasons. See our review → Mount Snow West Dover, VT Lift infrastructure in most major areas Wide variety of beginner and groomed terrain Size for southern Vermont Outdated lift infrastructure in some areas Less unique terrain and lower snowfall than resorts further north This popular resort delivers a lot for southern Vermont but struggles to handle crowds in some areas. See our review → Mad River Glen Waitsfield, VT Extremely demanding expert terrain Local, uncommercialized feel One-of-a-kind single chair Small footprint Extremely limited snowmaking, leading to large terrain closures throughout the season Slow, low-capacity lifts Ban on snowboarders With very limited snowmaking and a ban on snowboarders, this small Vermont mountain is about as raw as it gets for the Northeast. See our review → Bromley Peru, VT Ease of navigation Sunny, south-facing slopes Small footprint Lack of difficult terrain While much smaller and less diverse than Vermont’s major destinations, this local-feeling hill will satisfy families thanks to easy navigation and low crowds. See our review → Bolton Valley Richmond, VT Strong regional snowfall Excellent tree terrain Available night skiing Easy access to lift-accessed backcountry terrain Small footprint Limited vertical drop So-so snowmaking, leading to unreliable trail openings throughout the core season This Vermont mountain is too small and undeveloped to compete with the state’s most popular destinations, but its combination of local, uncrowded slopes and strong natural snowfall may do the trick for some. See our review → Magic Mountain londonderry, VT londonderry, VT Londonderry, VT Diverse slopes for the size Demanding terrain for southern Vermont Low on-piste skier density Limited snowmaking across all levels of trails, leading to widespread thin cover Modest footprint Utilitarian, run-down vibe Closed on most off-peak weekdays This modestly-sized mountain doesn’t have the refinement to compete with the destinations, but it’s hard to beat for the challenge and value in southern Vermont. See our review →