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Bolton Valley Resort Guide
Off-season
Last season ended April 11, 2026
Best months to book: February, March, January · 30-yr snow record
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Off-season — closed April 11
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Resort Guide
Bolton Valley is a ski resort located in the Green Mountains of northern Vermont, offering over 300 acres of skiable terrain with a mix of beginner, intermediate, and advanced trails. The resort features a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere, night skiing, Nordic and backcountry trails, and a slopeside village with dining, lodging, and rental services. Signature experiences include extensive backcountry access and a focus on sustainability, making it a unique destination for both alpine and Nordic skiing enthusiasts.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Bolton Valley
Lifts
6
Skiable area
165 ac
Longest run
4 km / 2.5 mi
Runs by difficulty(71 total)
Beginner
26
36% of terrain
Intermediate
26
37% of terrain
Advanced
19
27% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Lift fleet
- Quad chair2
- Double chair3
- Surface lift1
Snowmaking covers about 60% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
Indy Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
James Moore Tavern – This cozy slopeside tavern is celebrated for its welcoming après-ski atmosphere, local Vermont craft beers, hearty comfort food, and frequent live music, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers and riders to unwind after a day on the mountain.
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Off-season · 197cm full-season avg
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Off-season · 176cm full-season avg
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5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~177.3 cm. That's 10% below the 5-year average (197 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: near the 30-year average (176 cm).
Bolton Valley Season Snowfall
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Bolton Valley Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 181cm with an average of 93 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 18% above this average (214cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 21cm | 12 days | 4cm | 13cm | 7cm |
| December | 37cm | 19 days | 17cm | 30cm | 10cm |
| January | 36cm | 20 days | 30cm | 45cm | 9cm |
| February | 35cm | 18 days | 43cm | 57cm | 11cm |
| March | 35cm | 16 days | 37cm | 55cm | 11cm |
| April | 17cm | 8 days | 10cm | 29cm | 7cm |
| May | 1cm | 1 days | 0cm | 3cm | 2cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 21, 2026
Through Apr 11, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Bolton Valley
- Where is Bolton Valley?
- Bolton Valley is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Bolton Valley?
- Bolton Valley runs from a base elevation of 625 m (2,051 ft) to a summit of 960 m (3,150 ft), giving a vertical drop of 335 m (1,099 ft).
- How big is Bolton Valley?
- Bolton Valley has 165 acres (67 hectares) of skiable terrain, 71 marked runs and 6 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Bolton Valley?
- Bolton Valley is on the Indy Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Bolton Valley?
- Bolton Valley typically operates from December to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Bolton Valley get in a typical season?
- Bolton Valley averages 312 inches / 793 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
