Smugglers' Notch Resort Snow Report
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Smugglers' Notch Resort
Smugglers' Notch Resort is a ski resort in Vermont, USA, offering over 1,000 acres of skiable terrain, including 78 trails and 7 terrain parks. The resort is known for its intermediate and advanced trails, particularly the famous "Madonna" and "Sterling" mountains, which offer challenging runs with stunning views. An interesting fact about this resort is that it was once a popular spot for smuggling goods across the Canadian border during Prohibition. For beginner skiers, the resort offers a variety of gentle and wide trails, such as "Morse Highlands" and "Sir Henry's Hill." The best après-ski bar is The Bootleggers Lounge, which offers live music and a cozy atmosphere.
Terrain mix: The pertinent mountain ranges and mountain aspects of Smugglers' Notch Resort in the United States are as follows:
1. Sterling Mountain: This mountain is the main peak at Smugglers' Notch Resort and offers a variety of terrain for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities. The mountain has a vertical drop of 2,610 feet and features a mix of groomed trails, glades, and mogul runs.
2. Madonna Mountain: Madonna Mountain is another peak at Smugglers' Notch Resort, known for its challenging terrain and steep slopes. The mountain has a vertical drop of 2,610 feet and offers a mix of expert runs, glades, and natural terrain features.
3. Morse Mountain: Morse Mountain is the smallest peak at Smugglers' Notch Resort but still offers a variety of beginner and intermediate terrain. The mountain has a vertical drop of 1,040 feet and features primarily groomed runs and learning areas for beginners.
4. The Notch: The Notch is a unique feature at Smugglers' Notch Resort, a narrow pass between Sterling and Madonna Mountains that is home to some of the resort's most challenging terrain. The Notch is known for its steep, narrow trails, glades, and natural snow features.
Overall, Smugglers' Notch Resort offers a diverse range of terrain across its three main mountains, making it a popular destination for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
What forecasters are seeing
Plain-English forecast narrative from the local NWS office. Issued by NWS BTV.
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Smugglers' Notch Resort -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Other ski areas
- Stowe Mountain Resort
- Bolton Valley Resort
- Cochran's Ski Area
- Sleepy Hollow Cross Country Ski Area
- Ravine Run Ski Area
Campgrounds
- Smugglers Notch State Park
- Group Camping Area
- Underhill State Park
- Twin Brooks Tenting Area
- Primitive Campsite #21
- Primitive Campsite #22
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Smugglers' Notch Resort in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Smugglers' Notch Resort reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Smugglers' Notch Resort
Where does the snow data for Smugglers' Notch Resort come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Smugglers' Notch Resort?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Smugglers' Notch Resort?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Smugglers' Notch Resort.