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Burke Mountain, Vermont
1Northern Vermont · East Burke

Burke Mountain

Indy Pass

Uncrowded racer's mountain in the Kingdom

🍺 Aprés: Foggy Goggle Osteria · Small-town NEK

Tucked into the Northeast Kingdom, Burke offers sweeping views, short lift lines and a serious racing pedigree — a quiet, authentic Vermont day on the hill.

4.7/ 10
Solid all-round option
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Mountain specs
Day ticket
$79–$109
Vertical
2,011 ft
Acres
270
Trails / lifts
50 / 4
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Jay Peak, Vermont
2Northern Vermont · Jay

Jay Peak

Indy Pass

The East's snow magnet — glades galore

🍺 Aprés: The Belfry · Remote & cozy

Near the Canadian border, Jay Peak catches more natural snow than anywhere in the East. Legendary tree skiing, a tram to the summit and an indoor waterpark for downtime.

4.5/ 10
Solid all-round option
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Mountain specs
Day ticket
$89–$129
Vertical
2,153 ft
Acres
385
Trails / lifts
81 / 9
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Smugglers' Notch, Vermont
3Northern Vermont · Jeffersonville

Smugglers' Notch

Indy Pass

America's family resort, with a wild side

🍺 Aprés: Brewster River Pub & Brewery · Laid-back family

🚧 VT-108 Notch closed in winter

Award-winning kids' programs and a walkable village make Smuggs a family favorite — while three peaks hide steep, natural-snow lines for experts.

4.4/ 10
Solid all-round option
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Mountain specs
Day ticket
$85–$120
Vertical
2,610 ft
Acres
311
Trails / lifts
78 / 8
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Bolton Valley, Vermont
4Northern Vermont · Bolton

Bolton Valley

Indy Pass

Laid-back local hill with night skiing

🍺 Aprés: James Moore Tavern · Quiet local tavern

Thirty minutes from Burlington, Bolton is Vermont's easy-access escape — affordable lift tickets, night skiing under the lights and surprisingly deep backcountry glades.

4.2/ 10
Solid all-round option
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Mountain specs
Day ticket
$69–$99
Vertical
1,704 ft
Acres
300
Trails / lifts
71 / 6
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Magic Mountain, Vermont
5Southern Vermont · Londonderry

Magic Mountain

Indy Pass

Indie, quirky and expert-loved

🍺 Aprés: The Black Line Tavern · Classic ski bum

An independent throwback with tight trails, natural-snow glades and a beloved Red Chair bar — the antidote to mega-resorts.

4.2/ 10
Solid all-round option
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Mountain specs
Day ticket
$79–$119
Vertical
1,500 ft
Acres
285
Trails / lifts
50 / 5
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Middlebury Snowbowl, Vermont
6Central Vermont · Hancock

Middlebury Snowbowl

Indy Pass

Tiny college hill, huge charm

🍺 Aprés: Bobcat Cafe & Brewery · Quiet community hill

Owned by Middlebury College, the Snowbowl is a no-frills, affordable gem with empty trails and a warm, community feel.

3.9/ 10
Solid all-round option
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Mountain specs
Day ticket
$50–$75
Vertical
1,000 ft
Acres
110
Trails / lifts
17 / 3
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Saskadena Six, Vermont
7Central Vermont · South Pomfret

Saskadena Six

Indy Pass

Historic, friendly learning hill near Woodstock

🍺 Aprés: Worthy Kitchen · Quiet family

Home to America's first ski tow, this community hill near Woodstock is a relaxed, budget-friendly place to learn.

3.6/ 10
Solid all-round option
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Mountain specs
Day ticket
$35–$70
Vertical
650 ft
Acres
100
Trails / lifts
25 / 3
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