With two mountains, six peaks, sixteen lifts, four terrain parks boasting over 100 features, and nearly 30 wooded areas, Sugarbush is a skier’s paradise. Explore the vast 2,000-acre Slide Brook Basin or carve turns across one of New England’s largest ski areas. From beginner trails to expert glades, Sugarbush offers terrain for every level of skier and rider, complemented by convenient base lodges, resort lodging, and top-notch rental and retail services.
Base Area
Base Area Map
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Snowshoeing
Snowshoe Maps
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golf scenic
Nordic Trail Map
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Uphill Travel
Uphill Travel Routes
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    • Lincoln Peak
      Lincoln Peak
      Originally known as Sugarbush Valley, Lincoln Peak is home to the iconic Castle Rock, North Lynx, and Lincoln Peak itself. This area offers the majority of Sugarbush’s terrain, along with most of the resort’s amenities, including Rumble’s Bistro & Bar, Castlerock Pub, and the Wunderbar. The Schoolhouse is the center for children’s day ski-and-ride programs, while The Farmhouse hosts Sugarbush’s renowned Ski & Ride School, offering everything from first-timer-to-life timer lessons to skill-building ski and ride programs.

      Lincoln Peak STATS
      Trail Count72
      Terrain Parks2
      Wooded Areas17
      Summit Elevation3975'/1212 m
      Base Elevation1575'/480 m
      Vertical Drop2400'/732 m
      Lifts10

      LP Drone
      LP Drone
    • Mt Ellen
      Mt Ellen
      Mt Ellen’s laid-back vibe may appeal to the ski bum, but there’s more than meets the eye. Home to Vermont’s highest chairlift and our premier terrain park, Mt Ellen also hosts Green Mountain Valley School's elite ski racing academy, a U.S. Ski Team Development Site and serves as the northern Vermont base for Vermont Adaptive Ski and Sports. Known for its old-school Vermont charm, Mt Ellen is a local favorite, offering a more relaxed, authentic mountain experience.
      Mt Ellen STATS
      Trail Count39
      Terrain Parks2
      Wooded Areas11
      Summit Elevation4083'/1245 m
      Base Elevation1483'/452 m
      Vertical Drop2600'/793 m
      Lifts7

      Ellen Drone
      Ellen Drone
    • Slide Brook Basin
      Slide Brook Basin

      Nestled between Lincoln Peak and Mt Ellen, the 2,000-acre Slide Brook Basin offers a haven for wildlife, including moose, black bears, white-tailed deer, and more. In winter, it transforms into a tranquil backcountry escape for skiers and riders seeking solitude. The wooded terrain in Slide Brook Basin flows down toward Slide Brook Road, which leads to German Flats Road. A Mad Bus stop at the bottom of Slide Brook Road provides access for skiers and riders to catch a lift back to either the Lincoln Peak or Mt Ellen base areas.


      For those venturing into Slide Brook, it’s highly recommended to book a Private Lesson or Guide through Sugarbush Ski & Ride School. Please note that once you enter Slide Brook Basin, you are leaving resort boundaries and are subject to Off-Trail Policies.

      Slide Brook skiing
      Slide Brook skiing
      Slide Brook skiing
      Slide Brook skiing

      Off-Trail Policies

      Wooded areas are not patrolled and have no skier/snowboarder services. If you ski/ride in wooded areas, you are solely responsible for yourself. Woods are recommended for expert skiers/riders in groups of three or more. Do not ski/ride alone. Unmarked obstacles exist throughout.

      VERMONT LAW provides that you are liable for all expenses related to search and/or rescue if you venture off of designated trails or beyond the ski area boundary.
    • Uphill Travel
      Uphill Travel
      At Sugarbush, we welcome uphill travel, with multiple designated skinning routes available for both uphill and downhill access. Uphill travel is typically allowed in the mornings and evenings at Lincoln Peak, and on a 24/7 basis at Mt. Ellen. Before you head out, be sure to check the snow report for current route status, as conditions and openings may change. For safety, an uphill pass is required, which is free but must be obtained prior to your climb. Uphill travelers must follow safe uphill practices, including adhering to designated routes and respecting operational schedules.

      KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Please check for conditions and closures, respect our uphill policy, and make sure you have your uphill pass. There is NO uphill travel pre-early season due to unpredictable operations.

      UPHILL PASS
      uphill travel
      uphill travel
    • Navigating
      Navigating Between the Mountains

      Navigating our resort is easy with convenient access between our two mountains. Once both mountains are open, you can take advantage of the Slide Brook Express Lift, the longest detachable quad chairlift in the world at just over 11,000 feet. The Slide Brook Express spans over 2 miles in one direction, allowing riders to travel between mountains in both directions. The lift operates from 10-3 PM on select days, depending on snow conditions and weather.

      To make your journey even easier, the Mad Bus runs daily between Lincoln Peak and Mt. Ellen, providing a seamless connection between the two mountains. For the latest bus schedule, check the Mad Bus Schedule.

      Bus Schedule

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      slide brook
      mad bus
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    • Mountain Stats
      TERRAIN
      Total Acres: 4,000+
      On-Trail Acres: 484
      Trail Count: 111
      Terrain Parks: 4
      Wooded Area Acres: 97
      Length of Trail: 53.2 miles/85 km
      Wooded Areas: 28
      Summit Elevation: 4,083'/1,245 m
      Base Elevation: 1,483'/452 m
      Vertical Drop: 2,600'/793 m
      Average Annual Snowfall: 250"/635 cm
      THE MOUNTAINS
      Mt. Ellen: 4,083'/1,245 m
      Lincoln Peak: 3,975'/1,212 m
      Castlerock Peak: 3,812'/1,162 m
      North Lynx Peak: 3,300'/1,006 m
      Gadd Peak: 3,150'/960 m
      Inverness Peak: 2,750'/838 m
      LIFTS
      High-Speed Quads: 5
      Fixed-Grip Quads: 6
      Triples: 1
      Double: 1
      Surface Lifts: 3
      Total: 16
      Uphill Capacity: 25,225
      TERRAIN STATS
      TERRAINCOUNTACRES%
      GREEN CIRCLE2610818.7%
      BLUE SQUARE47227.633.8%
      BLACK DIAMOND30116.821.6%
      DOUBLE BLACK DIAMOND831.95.8%
      WOODED AREAS289720.1%
      TOTALS139581100%


    Powder Trees

    Lincoln Peak and Mt. Ellen

    • lifts

      16

    • trails

      111

    • wooded areaS

      28