The resort

Pretty New England resort with an all rounder mountain

The ski resort of Stowe is a pretty traditional Vermont town with its mountain a 6 mile shuttle bus ride away. On the mountain there is something for everyone, including some serious challenges. There are great facilities for children, three terrain parks, excellent nursery slopes and the steep 'Front Four' runs. The local saying here is 'If you don't like the weather in New England, wait two mintues'!

The skiing and boarding

Skiing in Stowe offers something for everyone. The ski area has three sectors, two interlinked and one a short bus ride away. The main sector has the steep Front Four on the front side, and a back country route over the other side. Elsewhere for the expert there are plenty of gladed runs. Intermediates will find a number of blue runs on the Spruce Peak area, and beginners have excellent nursery slopes at the base of Spruce Peak, as well as some lovely long greens the opposite side, down to the Toll House and Gondola bases.

The apres ski

The ski resort of Stowe seems to go to bed fairly early, the Rusty Nail, Shed and Matterhorn being the main hubs of excitement. For the non skiier, Stowe is a pretty town for those who like to wander around and shop. There is a ski museam and a nearby shopping mall, however a very popular move seems to be a tour (with samples!) of the Ben and Jerry's ice cream factory down the road!

Resort overview

For decades, the ski resort of Stowe has been known as the 'Ski Capital of the East'. The resort is located on Mount Mansfield, Vermont's highest peak and captures the character and charm of New England.  Mount Mansfield skiing and boarding to suit all levels of skier. Nordic skiing was introduced to the United States in the late 1800s. The Von Trapp family, who were responsible for opening the first ski centre at the Trapp Family Lodge, began the cross-country ski system, Stowe's largest ski centre. The ski resort of Stowe offers skiing and snowboarding for all levels of skier and last year opened a new gondola to shuttle guests between Mount Mansfield and its sister mountain, Spruce Peak. 

Après ski in Stowe offers something to suit all ages and budgets. American Square Dancing is available twice weekly and there is live music at the Rusty Nail. Happy hour at The Shed is lively too.

Other evening activities include night skiing and boarding, tobogganing, snowmobiling and sleigh rides. There is a cinema and several indoor sports and leisure facilities. Shopping in Stowe offers over 100 shops to browse and there is even discount factory outlet shopping nearby.
Eating out in the ski resort of Stowe offers over 50 New England restaurants. For something special, try the Cliff House for spectacular Mountain top dining on Mount Mansfield.  

the latest snow and weather conditions

Last Snow	1st December		Forecast	Light snow
Lower Snow Depth	71 cm		Upper Snow Depth	137 cm
Conditions	Packed powder		Runs Open	17 %
Last Report Update	4th December 04:30