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🇺🇸

Vermont, United States

Stowe Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Mid November

Season dates, 116 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Snow Sure

3,714ft

Peak Elevation

2,160ft

Vertical Drop

116

Trails

314"

Annual Snow

Overview

Stowe is a ski resort in Vermont, United States, with an elevation range from 1,559ft (475m) to 3,714ft (1132m). The vertical drop is 2,160ft (658m) across 116 trails served by 13 lifts and 485 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Burlington International (BTV), about 45 minutes away by car. Stowe receives an average of 314 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Mid November to Mid April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Opens: Mid NovemberCloses: Mid April
Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

70cm(28in)Heavy

Average snowfall in January, Stowe's snowiest peak-season month.

314"

Annual Snowfall

(798cm)

-8°C

January Avg High

-18°C

January Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 83% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

Monthly Snowfall

314"

annual avg

70
Jan
65
Feb
55
Mar
20
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
5
Oct
30
Nov
60
Dec
Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

116

Total Trails

13

Lifts

485

Skiable Acres

2,160ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

16%
Beginner: 19 trails
59%
Intermediate: 68 trails
25%
Advanced: 29 trails
16%Beginner (19)
59%Intermediate (68)
25%Advanced (29)
0%Expert (0)

Stowe has 116 trails: 16% green, 59% blue, 25% black, and 0% double-black.

Lift System & Elevation

13

Total Lifts

2,160ft

Vertical Drop

658m

(2,160ft)

Elevation Profile

3,714ft

Peak

1,559ft

Base

Price Trends

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$182

avg/day

$199
Jan
$199
Feb
$179
Mar
$149
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
$159
Nov
$209
Dec
Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($149)

Best Month to Visit Stowe

Top Pick

January

Solid snowPeak conditions
66
score
70cm
Moderate
$199/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Stowe, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 70cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Runner-Up

February

65cm snow, moderate crowds, $199/day.

Best Value

April

$149/day, 20cm snow, low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

Monthly Conditions

Best Month

January

Peak Season

70cm

snowfall

-8°/-18°

high/low °C

crowds

$199

day pass

February

Peak Season

65cm

snowfall

-6°/-16°

high/low °C

crowds

$199

day pass

March

Open

55cm

snowfall

0°/-10°

high/low °C

crowds

$179

day pass

April

Late Season

20cm

snowfall

7°/-2°

high/low °C

crowds

$149

day pass

November

Early Season

30cm

snowfall

1°/-8°

high/low °C

crowds

$159

day pass

December

Open

60cm

snowfall

-5°/-15°

high/low °C

crowds

$209

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Stowe.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$179

per day

Season Pass

$879

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Epic

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Stowe is included on the Epic pass.

Getting to Stowe

Nearest Airport

Burlington International (BTV)

Approx. 45 min drive

Location

Vermont, United States 🇺🇸

44.5303°N, 72.7814°W

Stowe is within an hour's drive of Burlington International.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Stowe open for the season?
Stowe typically opens in Mid November and closes in Mid April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.
How much is a day lift pass at Stowe?
A day lift pass at Stowe starts at $179 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.
Is Stowe good for beginners?
Stowe has 16% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.
How much snow does Stowe get per year?
Stowe receives an average of 314 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 83% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.
What is the best month to ski at Stowe?
January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Stowe in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 70cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Quick Stats

Elevation Range
1,559 - 3,714ft
Vertical Drop
2,160ft (658m)
Trails
116
Lifts
13
Skiable Acres
485
Annual Snowfall
314" (798cm)
Season
Mid November - Mid April
Day Pass
$179
Nearest Airport
BTV (45min)

Monthly Guides

JanFebMarAprNovDec

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