Explore Smuggs in Winter
Welcome to Winter at Smugglers’ Notch Resort – Your Snowy Playground Awaits!
Wintertime at Smuggs
Embrace the magic of winter in Vermont’s stunning Green Mountains at Smugglers’ Notch Resort. Here, the winter wonderland comes alive with sparkling snow, cozy firesides, and activities that make every cold day a warm memory.
From exhilarating skiing and snowboarding on our diverse terrains to tranquil snowshoe hikes through silent, snow-laden forests, Smugglers’ offers a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation for everyone. Gather your family and friends for a season filled with laughter, excitement, and the simple joys of snow. Discover the endless possibilities and create lasting memories in our mountain paradise this winter.
Explore Smuggs Magazine
The Insider’s Guide to the Mountain Lifestyle.
Explore Smuggs Magazine is your ultimate guide to Smugglers’ Notch Resort! Designed for first-time visitors and longtime fans, this family-focused publication is perfect for planning your next visit or reliving your favorite Smuggs moments.
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Daytime Tubing
Tube sliding at its best, the old fashioned way. We provide the tubes!
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Learn to Ski or Ride Program
Discover the joy of skiing or snowboarding with our specially designed Learn to Ski or Snowboard Program.
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WinterAll AgesIgnite the Night
Join us for a magical winter evening with bonfires, fire dancers, fireworks, music, and family fun! Begins on January 9, 2025.
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Night School for Skiing & Snowboarding
Ready to try a new winter sport? Join our Night School sessions to learn the basics of skiing or snowboarding under the stars!
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WinterAll AgesSmugglers’ Winter Market
Join us in the FunZone 2.0 Party Room to shop for your favorite local Vermont products, treats, and crafts.
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WinterAll AgesThe Friendly Pirate Breakfast
Enjoy a lively pirate-themed breakfast at the Grille with Rockin’ Ron the Friendly Pirate, featuring songs, dances, and plenty of laughs!
Book Now and Save!
Make your Winter 2024-2025 reservation now!
Our Mountains
3 big mountains of skiing and snowboarding surround our self-contained Resort Village.
Upcoming
Events
A Day for Jake
A Day for Jake at Smuggs Join us at Smugglers’ Notch for A Day for Jake, a heartfelt celebration of Jake Burton Carpenter’s legacy and his passion for sharing the […]
St. Patrick’s Day
The Lucky Leprechaun Challenge Sunday, March 16 Head to Morse Mountain from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm to meet our mischievous Leprechaun and join the fun for your chance to […]
Vermont Maple Open House Weekend
The Maple Magic Continues with Open House Weekend 2025! Save the dates—March 22-23—for Vermont’s sweetest celebration! Sugarhouses across the state are preparing to welcome you to a weekend full of […]
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Bluebird skies
It doesn’t get much better than sunny skies, no wind, and highs in the 50’s! Currently, it is 46 degrees at the summit of Sterling with winds of 0 to […]
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Ride Off Into the Sundog
It was a wonderful day on the slopes with sunshine and mild temperatures. This trend will continue for the next couple of days. Our amazing team of groomers will be […]
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It is going to be a groovy day
Top-to-bottom skiing and riding on all 3 mountains with 6 lifts operating, including Madonna 1. Currently, it is partly sunny and 18 degrees at the summit of Sterling with winds […]
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Schedule change for uphill
Sterling Mountain will be open to uphill travel tonight from 6 pm to 8 pm instead of Madonna Mountain. This is due to grooming operations on Madonna Mountain. Thank you […]
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Race Day
There is an Open FIS Slalom race today and tomorrow on Sterling. Snake Bite will be closed for the race. If you are returning to Parking Lot #1, please be […]
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Temperature drop
Yesterday we saw the thermometer reach the upper 40’s and low 50’s. We had to wait for the temperature to drop below freezing last night before starting our grooming operations. […]
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Jersey Boys
Rockin’ Ron for Hugh. New Jersey in the House! Former North Jersey resident John meets current South Jersey resident Michael. John is now a local pass holder living in Essex […]
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Ready to RIDE!
Rockin’ Ron for Hugh. Top to bottom skiing and riding on all 3 mountains! 6 lifts operating including Madonna I, and 68 of 78 trails open (39 trails groomed). Today’s […]
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Case of the Mondays
The forecast called for 2 to 4 inches of snow last night and we ended up with 6 to 8 inches! The new snow was not the super light powder […]
