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The Essex Experience

This vibrant destination features over 20 locally owned Vermont businesses. Discover the best in music, cinema, art, wellness, and dining, all in one place.

Just steps from The Essex Resort, our easily accessible campus offers free parking and a variety of unique experiences: a brewery, distillery, cider taproom, coffee roaster, Vermont’s largest art gallery, a salt cave and spa, and boutique shopping.

Located on Route 15A in Essex, we’re a hub for artists, performers, and creators, celebrating Vermont’s creativity and community spirit. Come experience the best of local culture and hospitality!

  • Weather

    Current Conditions

    32°F Snow (light snow)

    Winter Storm Warning up to 20 inches in total by Friday

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    Extended Forecast

    Today

    1/1/25

    Snow (snow)
    Max 32°F / Min 29°F

    Thursday

    1/2/25

    Snow (snow)
    Max 27°F / Min 18°F

    Friday

    1/3/25

    Snow (light snow)
    Max 19°F / Min 13°F

    Trail & Lift Status

    15 out of 78 open

    Trails Open

    14 out of 78 groomed

    Groomed

    5 out of 8 open

    Lifts Open

    Snow Totals

    1 to 2″inches

    New Snowfall

    99″inches

    Season Total

    Snow Depths

    Natural Snow Depth: “

    Man-Made Snow Depth: 12 to 32″

    Snow Surfaces

    Primary: Machine Groomed

    Secondary: Variable Conditions

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