Vermont, United States

Sugarbush Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Mid November

Season dates, 111 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Snow Sure

4,083ft

Peak Elevation

2,600ft

Vertical Drop

111

Trails

260"

Annual Snow

Overview

Sugarbush is a ski resort in Vermont, United States, with an elevation range from 1,483ft (452m) to 4,083ft (1244m). The vertical drop is 2,600ft (792m) across 111 trails served by 16 lifts and 508 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Burlington International (BTV), about 60 minutes away by car. Sugarbush receives an average of 260 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Mid November to Late April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Mid NovemberCloses: Late April

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

60cm(24in)Heavy

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

260"

Annual Snowfall

(660cm)

-9°C

January Avg High

-19°C

January Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 69% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

260"

annual avg

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

111

Total Trails

Lifts

508

Skiable Acres

2,600ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

20%

Beginner: 22 trails

45%

Intermediate: 50 trails

24%

Advanced: 27 trails

Expert: 12 trails

20%Beginner (22)

45%Intermediate (50)

24%Advanced (27)

11%Expert (12)

Sugarbush has 111 trails: 20% green, 45% blue, 24% black, and 11% double-black.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

2,600ft

Vertical Drop

792m

(2,600ft)

Elevation Profile

4,083ft

Peak

1,483ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$128

avg/day

$139

Jan

$142

Feb

$129

Mar

$109

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

$112

Nov

$139

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($109)

Best Month to Visit Sugarbush

Top Pick

January

Solid snowLow crowdsPeak conditions

score

60cm

Low

$139/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Sugarbush, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 60cm. Crowd levels are low.

Open

50cm

snowfall

-6°/-16°

high/low °C

crowds

$139

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 Sugarbush.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$129

per day

Season Pass

$699

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Ikon

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

Getting to Sugarbush

Nearest Airport

Burlington International (BTV)

Approx. 60 min drive

Location

Vermont, United States 🇺🇸

44.1377°N, 72.8993°W

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Sugarbush open for the season?

Sugarbush typically opens in Mid November and closes in Late 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 Sugarbush?

A day lift pass at Sugarbush starts at $129 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Sugarbush good for beginners?

Sugarbush has 20% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Sugarbush get per year?

Sugarbush receives an average of 260 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 69% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Sugarbush?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Sugarbush in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 60cm of snowfall and low crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

111

Total Trails

Lifts

508

Skiable Acres

2,600ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

20%

Beginner: 22 trails

45%

Intermediate: 50 trails

24%

Advanced: 27 trails

Expert: 12 trails

20%Beginner (22)

45%Intermediate (50)

24%Advanced (27)

11%Expert (12)

Sugarbush has 111 trails: 20% green, 45% blue, 24% black, and 11% double-black.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Sugarbush open for the season?

Sugarbush typically opens in Mid November and closes in Late 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 Sugarbush?

A day lift pass at Sugarbush starts at $129 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Sugarbush good for beginners?

Sugarbush has 20% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Sugarbush get per year?

Sugarbush receives an average of 260 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 69% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Sugarbush?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Sugarbush in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 60cm of snowfall and low crowd levels.