Superb!4.6 / 5Nov 12, 2017
JWJason W.
The resort is fantastic and the staff are great i wish i was able to go more than one time per year. Lufts are top notch and the snow is the best in the east... Moreintermediate snowboarder
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Pros
- There’s plenty of challenging terrain to explore
- The lifts are efficient and fast, meaning you can get up the mountain faster
- Endless dining and drinking options are available in downtown Stowe
Cons
- Most expensive resort in the East and crowded on the weekends
Overall
Consistently ranked as one of the top-ranking ski resorts in Vermont, Stowe is as posh as it is popular. The expert terrain draws quite some attention in the Northeast with challenging trails and incredible out of bounds skiing. Off the mountain, it's all quite glamorous with everything from luxurious accommodation to fine dining.
Best month to go
January and February
When there has been a decent snowfall, the best months to visit Stowe are January and February. You should avoid going on President's Week because all of New England will be on school vacation.
FLY TO
Burlington Airport
DRIVE TO
Stowe Mountain Resort (1 hour)
Stowe Village (8 mi)
- Budget to luxurious accommodation available
- Offers a variety of restaurants and facilities
- Free shuttle to the ski resort
Stowe Mountain Lodge
- High-end ski-in/ski-out accommodation
- Offering everything from studios to suites with full kitchen
- Full service spa
For beginners
Given the high prices of everything here, Stowe is probably not the best value for beginner skiers. Nevertheless the base of Spruce Peak has a beginner area while for boarders, there are 6 terrain parks within Midway Small Park to practice at. The best beginner run is Toll Road to Lower Toll Road - it goes from summit to bottom, is long and winding, and a good challenge for beginners who are ready for to step it up. It's also the longest run at Stowe!
For intermediates
Stowe is perfect for intermediate skiers and snowboards with 55% of the trails being blues! The best intermediate trails are the long cruisers like Main Street which is wide with great views from all directions. Boarders will enjoy the Lower Standard Medium Park.
For experts
Serious skiers will be thankful for how steep Stowe mountain is. Stowe is known for its infamous Front Four double-black diamond trails (National, Goat, Starr and Liftline). They are the most challenging trails, narrow, with boulder drops and ledges on one and ungroomed terrain so be prepared for moguls. Expert boarders should try out Tyro Large Park for massive jumps, boxes and rails.
Find freshies
Access the woods by taking the Sensation Quad for the best freshies and evenly spaced tree skiing! You can also hike off the Gondola to the summit towards Hourglass Chute and Hellbrook.
Ditch the crowds
Crowds can be found near the Adventure Center and Toll House Double because it services the less experienced skiers. You can avoid the crowds by sticking with the trails off the Fourrunner Quad since it is more suitable for advanced skiers. Be sure to also jump on the lifts as they open before the crowds start rolling in!
Non skiers
Stowe is a great pick for non-skiers, as there is so much to do outside of skiing. The nearby historic village of Stowe, accessible by the free shuttle bus, is great for shopping and dining. For the adults, there are luxury spas, a great après-ski atmosphere, and Spruce Peak Performing Arts Center, which hosts various cultural events. If you fancy something a bit more active, there is also ice-skating, indoor rock-climbing, hiking one of the best winter hikes in Vermont, and snowshoe tours.
Families
If you've got little ones starting out on the snow for the first time, Stowe has an amazing ski school! For families with varied ski levels, the Mount Mansfield area has a simple gondola crossover, allowing easy access to beginner/intermediate/advanced terrain all in one area.
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Stowe Reviews
Good!3.7 / 5Nov 11, 2017
JCJames C.
Had a great time the facility was very nice. I will denfilely go back. All around great resort for the money great slopes well groomed. Fun time see you soon. ... Moreintermediate snowboarder
Very Good!4 / 5Nov 11, 2017
GZGreg Z.
Absolutely the best combination of expert terrain on the east coast. I make it a priority to get here every year and always have a great time. The town and overall atmosphere is phrnominal... Moreexpert skier
Good!3.8 / 5Nov 08, 2017
AMAndy M.
Be stoked for a pass! Been riding stowe for eighteen years and would love to live there for the winter. I would love to promote the snowpak brand should I win this give away! Cheers! Andy... Moreadvanced snowboarder
Fabulous!4.4 / 5Nov 08, 2017
GMGraham M.
Stowe is an absolute dream. An adorable town, incredible restaurants, and a huge mountain. As far as skiing on the east goes, Stowe is clearly the most beautiful and most luxurious.... Moreadvanced snowboarder
Fabulous!4.2 / 5Nov 06, 2017
KBKeith B.
Stowe was the first large east coast resort I️ skied at in my youth. It snowed four feet on the way there with the class trip and that depth and quality of snow changed my skiing. The gondola line was not long and moved quickly. The remaining lifts were expeditious as well allowing max time on slope. The staff was then and continues to be top notch... Moreexpert skier
Superb!4.5 / 5Nov 06, 2017
GBGene B.
I have enjoyed my time at Stowe Mountain Resort for the past 15 years, as I started out there as a skier. Which through time the excellent family friendly environment and the elite team of snowboard/ski instructors, i will always be going back but, as a snowboarder. As well as through my high school years they have amazing ski/snowboard camps for... Moreadvanced snowboarder
Superb!5 / 5Oct 19, 2017
JSJosh S.
How do I love thee, let me count the ways: the Front Four, The Octagon, The Glades, The top of the Goat and Starr-Blue Stone Pizza, Tres Amigos, Plate, Doc Ponds, Topnotch, - A Foodies Delight ...Main Street: Shows General Store.....Stowe No Wrong answers...Very Good!4 / 5Oct 08, 2017
JRLJason R L.
Even though it has been several years since I have been at Stowe, it is a resort any Eastern skier should visit. The Front Four trails are very good. Just bring a lot of money!Superb!5 / 5Sep 27, 2017
MBMatthew B.
Stowe is one of my favorites in the late Northeast season due to the amount of natural snow they get, and also, after the powder has been tracked up to the south, winds over the Champlain Valley dump copious amounts of fresh powder there for days after many storms. It's a longer trip for me, but when I make it, it's always worth the drive.