How to Go Skiing in Smugglers' Notch, Vermont

Smugglers' Notch, Vermont offers downhill and cross country skiing opportunities as well as snowboarding and snowshoeing. In fact, Smugglers' Notch doesn't just offer one, but three mountains to choose from! With various terrains and trails, it's the perfect choice, no matter your skill level. This ski area is open from November through April.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Computer with Internet access

Book Your Ski Trip Accommodations

1. Book lodging by visiting the Smugglers' Notch Web site (see Resources below). You can also call them directly at 1-800-419-4615.
2. Choose a Club Smugglers' Advantage Package to give your family room to move around. Studios, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom, 3 bedroom, 4 bedroom and 5 bedroom models are available. Prices range from moderate to expensive.
3. Stay at West Hill, North Hill or Highland Hill Lodge to take advantage of the following special rates: SuperSaver Value Weeks, Heart of Winter Special, School's Out Celebration Special, New Year's Week Special Rates and Presidents' Week Special Rate.

Research Travel Options for Your Ski Trip

4. Fly into Logan International Airport in Boston and drive the rest of the trip.
5. Take I-93 North to I-89 North. Then take Route-100 North to Route-15 West and Route-108 South. Smugglers' Notch is 5 miles from the last interchange. The drive is 270 miles.

Budget Your Trip to Smugglers' Notch

6. Enjoy lessons at Smugglers' Notch for skiers of all ages and levels.
7. Rent your equipment as part of a package to save the most money.
8. Purchase either full or half day passes to the mountain. Discounts are available for children and groups.
9. Save money and learn all the ins and outs of planning a vacation at Smugglers' Notch by ordering a vacation planning guide and DVD from their Web site (see Resources below).

Discover What Smugglers' Notch Has to Offer

10. Check the Smugglers' Notch, Vermont snow report by visiting their Web site (see Resources below). Click 'Skiing & Snowboarding,' then click 'Snow Report.'
11. Know that Smugglers' Notch, Vermont has a base elevation of 1,030 feet, its summit elevation is at 3,640 feet, it has a vertical drop of 2,610 feet, 300 acres of terrain and it gets a little under 300 inches of snow each year.
12. Enjoy Alpine skiing, 58 km of cross country skiing, snow tubing, snowboarding and snowshoeing at Smugglers' Notch.

Tips & Warnings

• Book your ski trip online to save time and money. There are often specials that are only available online.

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