Stratton Mountain Resort

Gondola, six-packs and a slopeside village.

Southern Vermont’s highest peak, with 2,003 ft of vertical, a fast lift fleet and a compact village of shops, bars and lodging at the base. Off the slopes there is ice skating, a Nordic center, tubing and snowmobile tours. Best for families and groups who want a full resort on the Ikon Pass.

The mountain

Vertical drop

2,003 ft

Summit

3,875 ft

Skiable terrain

670 acres

Trails

99

Lifts

14

Average snowfall

180″ a year

Longest run

3 mi

Snowmaking

95% of terrain

Terrain mix

• Beginner 40%
• Intermediate 35%
• Advanced 25%

What’s here besides skiing

• Terrain park
• Snow tubing
• Ice skating
• Snowmobiling
• Snowshoeing
• Cross-country
• Fat biking
• Spa
• Kids programs

Holidays and events

2026–27 dates where they’re posted. “Usually” means the date follows past years. Confirm before you go.

• ChristmasChristmas week (annual)Usually

  Holiday Week

  A week of holiday activities around the village and base area. See the resort calendar for the schedule.

• New Year’sDec 31, 8:30–9:30 pm

  New Year’s Eve torchlight parade and fireworks

  A torchlight parade at 8:30 pm, then about 30 minutes of fireworks over the main base area. Free to watch.

• New Year’sDec 31, 2026, from 5:30 pm; free fireworks in the base area

  New Year’s Eve Celebration

  A buffet dinner and a late party with live music at Grizzly’s.

• Pond skimEarly April (annual; 2027 date TBA)Usually

  Pond Skim

  Spring pond skim at the base, one of the last big parties of the season.

Where to stay

• lodgeBlack Bear Lodge

  Resort-run lodge on the mountain; the Early Booking Offer makes it the cheapest early-season stay.

  $99 / night · Early Booking Offer, opening day to Dec 17 if booked by Oct 31; about $245 otherwise in early December
• hotelTaconic Hotel

  Boutique hotel in Manchester Village, handy for shops and restaurants in town.

  30 min drive
• hotelSnowdon Chalet

  Budget-friendly alpine-chalet motel with 12 simple rooms and private baths in Londonderry.

  25 min drive
• condoLong Trail House

  Resort-run building with studios and one- and two-bedroom units on the mountain.

  $155 / night · Studio on the Early Booking Offer (50% off), opening day to Dec 17

Rates are typical winter lows before taxes and fees, and change constantly. Book on the property’s own site.

Things to do

• Ice skating · In the village

  Skating in Stratton Village; check the resort page for hours.

• Stratton Nordic Center · At the resort

  Groomed cross-country and snowshoe trails, with lessons and rentals.

• Snowmobile tours · At the resort

  Guided snowmobile tours booked through the resort.

• Snowcat dinner · At the resort

  Ride a snowcat up the mountain for an evening dinner. Book well ahead.

• Snow tubing · At the resort

  The resort’s tubing hill, good for kids after ski school.

• Spa and massage · At the resort

  Massages and spa treatments on the mountain.

• Hildene · 30 min drive

  The Lincoln family’s home and grounds in Manchester; check winter hours.

Après and nightlife

• Grizzly’s

  The bar in the main Base Lodge, the default après spot and home of the New Year’s Eve party.

• T-Bar

  Spanish-style small plates, cocktails and wine in a cozy village lounge.

• Benedicts

  All-day breakfast spot in the village with a full bar and burgers for après.

These themes are our summary of recent skier reviews, not quotes.

Getting there

• Albany International (ALB) · about 1 hr 30 min drive
• New York City · about 4 hr
• Boston · about 2.75 hr

Directions in Google Maps