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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Ignite 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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Smugglers’ 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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The 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!
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Our Mountains
3 big mountains of skiing and snowboarding surround our self-contained Resort Village.
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It’s deep out there, be safe
I took the feature photo a couple of days ago near the top of Madonna Mountain. I had taken my skis off and was walking through the snow off trail. […]
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Looking good for the weekend
We received 4 inches of new snow in the past 24 hours, 24 inches in the past 6 days, and 84 inches in the month of February so far! Tomorrow […]
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New snow
We have 7 lifts operating, including Madonna 1 on 3 big mountains. We have 76 out of 78 trials open with terrain for all ability levels. We received 3 to […]
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Mountains of adventure mountains of fun
The sunshine and light winds made for a wonderful day on the slopes! This morning was a little cool, but it did not take long for the sun to work […]
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Snow Sport University
This group of little rippers take on the Mogul Mouse Terrain Park and cruise down Magic Learning Trail.
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It’s Going to be a Great Day on the Slopes
Three mountains with 7 lifts operating, including the Madonna I Lift. We have 75 out of 78 trails open with terrain for all ability levels. Currently, it is partly sunny […]
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3 mountains to explore
Tomorrow we plan to have 7 lifts operating, including the Madonna 1 Lift. We have 75 out of 78 trails open with terrain for all ability levels. 36 trails will […]
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188 Acres of Freshly Groomed Terrain
37 trails have been groomed for today, including Thomke’s Express, Snow Snake, Dixie’s Knoll, and Smugglers’ Alley. Currently, it is -3 degrees at the summit of Sterling, with partly sunny […]
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Nordic Center
Rockin’ Ron for Hugh. Our Nordic Center offers 25 km of Cross Country Skiing, designated Snowshoe Trails, Ice Skating, and the Moonlight Mile event. Stop by – PK, Gretchen, and […]
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Snow-eating Grin
Rockin’ Ron for Hugh, 33 inches of snow in the past week! We have winds of 10-20 mph, gusting to 30. Sterling Lift, Village Lift, Mogul Mouse’s Magic Lift, Morse […]