📷 Smugglers' Notch
North America
Smugglers' Notch
Closed for the season
Season ended April 12, 2026
Conditions data updated Mon, Sep 7, 02:08 AM UTC · informational only
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2026–27 season
SnowSure™ Score
Closed for the season
Season ended April 12, 2026
78 runs · 8 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Sep 7, 02:08 AM UTC
Terrain Open
Closed for the season
Season ended April 12, 2026
78 runs · 8 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
1110mUpdated Sep 7, 2026 at 2:08 AM
Historical data from Open-Meteo archive • Forecast: SnowSure™ multi-model blend
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About Smugglers' Notch
Smugglers' Notch Resort is located in northern Vermont and offers a family-friendly atmosphere with three interconnected mountains and over 1,000 acres of skiable terrain. The resort is known for its diverse trails, award-winning children's programs, and a variety of winter activities including skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and snowshoeing. Key amenities include slope-side lodging, dining options, and a vibrant village with year-round events, making it a popular destination for both families and groups. Smugglers' Notch stands out for its focus on family experiences and comprehensive on-mountain services.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Smugglers' Notch
- Where is Smugglers' Notch?
- Smugglers' Notch is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Smugglers' Notch?
- Smugglers' Notch runs from a base elevation of 314 m (1,030 ft) to a summit of 1,110 m (3,642 ft), giving a vertical drop of 796 m (2,612 ft).
- How big is Smugglers' Notch?
- Smugglers' Notch has 1,000 acres (405 hectares) of skiable terrain, 78 marked runs and 8 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Smugglers' Notch?
- Smugglers' Notch is on the No ski pass found. 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 Smugglers' Notch?
- Smugglers' Notch typically operates from November 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 Smugglers' Notch get in a typical season?
- Smugglers' Notch averages 248 inches / 630 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Smugglers' Notch in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #320 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier D · strong-event signal -8% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Smugglers' Notch averaged -8% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 +7%, '15-16 -42%, '23-24 +13%. A pattern, not a promise.
