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Backcountry and Downhill Skiing Vacations

Guides, Resorts and Lodging for Downhill Skiing, Riding and Telemark Skiing Vacations

Vermont has the widest variety of skiing and riding vacation opportunities in the East. This page lists Vermont ski resorts and backcountry glades for your choice of downhill skiing, riding or telemark skiing. New and developing backcountry zones are giving more skiers the chance to find fresh tracks. We also list local lodging, guide services and tour operators. We hope that this directory helps you to to plan your next skiing adventure. Plan Ahead, Be Safe, Have Fun!
Backcountry Skiing
Vermont offers varied glades and exciting terrain for backcountry skiing.
Downhill Skiing
Downhill Skiing at it's best!
Vermont Skiing Vacations
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Northeast Backcountry Skiing Info
Uphill Travel and Backcountry Policies at Vermont Ski Areas

Your Guide to Backcountry Skiing in Vermont


Vermont Ski Areas Association
Ski Vermont serves its 20 Alpine and 30 Cross Country member resorts in three major areas: Governmental Affairs, Marketing and Public Affairs.
Catamount Trail
Catamount Trail Association 300 Miles of Backdcountry Skiing - The Length of Vermont.
Adventure Spirit Guides
Statewide and Beyond
Rock + Ice + Alpine Experiences
Kel Rossiter
83A North Champlain St,    Burlington, VT 05401

Clearwater Sports
Central Vermont, Mad River Valley
Winter Gear & Clothing, Guided Snowshoe Adventures & Mad River Rocketsled Rentals
4147 Main Street, Waitsfield, Vermont 05673

Kroka Expeditions
Southern Vermont. New Hampshire
Guided, Winter Camping, Back Country Skiing - X Country,  Snowshoeing
767 Forest Road,  Marlow, NH,  03456

Petra Cliffs Mountaineering School
Northern Vermont
Guided Alpine Mountaineering, Ice and Rock Climbing, Snowshoeing, Telemark, Downhill
105 Briggs Burlington VT 05401

Umiak Outfitters
Central & Northern Vermont
Kayaking, Canoeing, Snowshoeing
849 S. Main Street, Stowe Vt. 05672
1203 Williston Rd., S. Burlington, VT 05403

Vermont Adventure Tours
Southern, Central - Vermont
Orienteering, Mountaineering, Winter Camping,  Women's Challenges
223 Woodstock Avenue, Rutland, VT. 05701

Zoar Adventure Center
Southern, Vermont
Boarding, Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, Rentals
36 West Main St, Wilmington, VT 05363
7 Main St., Charlemont, Massachusetts
Vermont Ski Conditions
Backcountry Skiing
The Vermont Backcountry Alliance (VTBC) seeks to protect, advance and advocate for human-powered backcountry skiing and snowboarding in Vermont.
Backcountry Glades
Advocating sustainable multi-use trails and glades in the vicinity of Central Vermont.
Vermont Backcountry Huts
Linking a cohesive network of backcountry accommodations – where huts, cabins, yurts and lodges will exist to enhance our outdoor adventures.
Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports
A place where youth and adults with disabilities gain a measure of self-confidence and independence by participating in adaptive sports programs and activities.
Vermont Ski Resorts and Local Lodging
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Lodging Nearby
Bolton Valley
Vermont’s BEST Night Skiing
Old Stagecoach Inn, Waterbury, VT
Historic Atmosphere Vermont Hospitality
Bromley
Vermont’s Sun Mountain
Arlington's West Mountain Inn, Arlington, VT
Nestled on 150 mountainside acres overlooking the Battenkill Valley
Four Chimneys Inn, Bennington, VT
A Romantic Vermont Bed and Breakfast
Roaring Branch Cabins, Arlington, VT
A small community of real log cabins featuring modern construction and conveniences.
Burke Mountain Resort
The Last Little Corner of Vermont
Comfort Inn & Suites, St. Johnsbury VT
New England's Family Vacation Destination
The Willough Vale Inn, Westmore, VT
The perfect vacation spot for year-round recreation and fun in Northern, VT.
Jay Peak
What sets us apart is what brings us together
Little Gnesta Bed & Breakfast, Newport, VT


Killington Ski Resort
Killington ski resort is the perfect Vermont getaway.
Best Western Inn & Suites, Rutland, VT.
The Lilac Inn, Brandon, VT.
Unhurried, Unspoiled, Unforgettable
The Mountain Top Inn and Resort, Killington, VT.
An idyllic Vermont vacation destination
The Vermont Inn, Killington, VT.
Offering the charm of a family-run inn with top quality service
Mad River Glen
Ski it if you can!
Old Stagecoach Inn, Waterbury, VT
Your home away from home: Historic Atmosphere Vermont Hospitality
Middlebury Inn, Middlebury, VT
The warmth of New England hospitality that has been our tradition for generations.
Waybury Inn, Middlebury, VT
The Historic Waybury Inn Welcomes Travelers to the Green Mountain State
White Horse Inn, Waitsfield, VT
A Vermont mountain lodge for every season
Magic Mountain
Where Skiing Still Has Its Soul.
Arlington's West Mountain Inn, Arlington, VT
Nestled on 150 mountainside acres overlooking the Battenkill Valley
Four Chimneys Inn, Bennington, VT
A Romantic Vermont Bed and Breakfast
Roaring Branch Cabins, Arlington, VT
A small community of real log cabins featuring modern construction and conveniences.
Middlebury Snow Bowl
VT Family Friendly Ski Area
Middlebury Inn, Middlebury, VT
The warmth of New England hospitality that has been our tradition for generations.
Waybury Inn, Middlebury, VT
The Historic Waybury Inn Welcomes Travelers to the Green Mountain State
Mount Snow
Vermont's closest big mountain to many Northeast metropolitan areas.
Arlington's West Mountain Inn, Arlington, VT
Nestled on 150 mountainside acres overlooking the Battenkill Valley
Four Chimneys Inn, Bennington, VT
A Romantic Vermont Bed and Breakfast
Roaring Branch Cabins, Arlington, VT
A small community of real log cabins featuring modern construction and conveniences.
Okemo Mountain Resort
The best in Vermont.
The Vermont Inn, Killington, VT.
Offering the charm of a family-run inn with top quality service
Pico Mountain
Popular ski destination known for its beginner-friendly & advanced trail network.
Best Western Inn & Suites, Rutland, VT.
The Lilac Inn, Brandon, VT.
Unhurried, Unspoiled, Unforgettable
The Mountain Top Inn and Resort, Killington, VT.
An idyllic Vermont vacation destination
The Vermont Inn, Killington, VT.
Offering the charm of a family-run inn with top quality service
Smuggler’s Notch Resort
The best vacation value for Family Fun anywhere!
Sterling Ridge Log Cabin Resort, Jeffersonville, VT
Enjoy a peaceful, inviting atmosphere in your own private log cabin
Stowe Mountain Resort
Discover legendary terrain, iconic trails, and an idyllic New England village.
Green Mountain Inn, Stowe, VT
The Inn provides an ideal location to enjoy countless recreational activities year round
Muddy Moose Log Cabins, Morrisville, VT
Well appointed four season log cabins
Old Stagecoach Inn, Waterbury, VT
Your home away from home: Historic Atmosphere Vermont Hospitality
Trapp Family Lodge, Stowe, VT
A Little of Austria...A Lot of Vermont
Stratton Mountain
Vermont ski and summer destination with 99 trails, glades and fast lifts.
Arlington's West Mountain Inn, Arlington, VT
Nestled on 150 mountainside acres overlooking the Battenkill Valley
Four Chimneys Inn, Bennington, VT
A Romantic Vermont Bed and Breakfast
Roaring Branch Cabins, Arlington, VT
A small community of real log cabins featuring modern construction and conveniences.
Sugarbush Resort
Sugarbush Resort is a four-season mountain resort overlooking the Mad River Valley.
Old Stagecoach Inn, Waterbury, VT
Your home away from home: Historic Atmosphere Vermont Hospitality
Middlebury Inn, Middlebury, VT
The warmth of New England hospitality that has been our tradition for generations.
Waybury Inn, Middlebury, VT
The Historic Waybury Inn Welcomes Travelers to the Green Mountain State
White Horse Inn, Waitsfield, VT
A Vermont mountain lodge for every season
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