Peak Elevation
3,640 ft
1,109 m
Vertical Drop
2,610 ft
796 m
Skiable Area
1,000 ac
405 ha
Avg Snowfall
312 in
792 cm
Lifts
8
Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs) Weather Forecast
About
Smugglers' Notch, or Smuggs, is a family resort in northern Vermont near Stowe, named for the mountain pass once used by smugglers. Three linked peaks, Madonna, Sterling, and Morse, give a 2,610-foot vertical drop, the greatest in northern Vermont, across 78 trails served by 8 lifts. It is home to the Black Hole, Vermont's only triple-black-diamond trail.
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Operated by William Stritzler
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many lifts does Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs) have?
Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs) has 8 ski lifts, with a combined uphill capacity of approximately 6,250 riders per hour.
What is the vertical drop at Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs)?
Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs) has a vertical drop of 2,610 feet (796 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs)?
The summit of Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs) sits at 3,640 feet (1,109 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs) have?
Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs) has 78 marked trails, totaling roughly 16 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs)?
Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs) covers 1,000 acres (405 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs) offer night skiing?
No, Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs) does not offer night skiing.
Does Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs) have snowmaking?
Yes, Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs) has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs) get each year?
Smugglers' Notch Resort (Smuggs) averages around 312 inches (792 cm) of snowfall per season.
