Summer in Vermont means resorts across the state are offering mountain biking, scenic lift rides, water play, hiking, adventures, and more. Check out what summer fun being offered where in 2024.
Bolton Valley
MOUNTAIN BIKING: OPEN
SCENIC LIFT RIDES: OPEN
HIKING: OPEN
Take in the sights at Bolton Valley with scenic lift rides, mountain biking, and hiking. Make the climb to the summit and out to the scenic lookout tower for a view of the Champlain Valley. Or, take the 20-minute lift ride to the summit for the scenic views or bring your mountain bike for a gravity-fueled adventure down. Lifts and mountain biking are open Wednesday through Sunday, June 26 through Labor Day.
Bromley Mountain
MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE PARK: OPEN
TREETOP ADVENTURE COURSE: OPEN
DISC GOLF COURSE: OPEN
Bromley goes big for summer. The Mountain Adventure Park and Treetop Adventure Course are designed to keep the entire family entertained all day. An alpine slide, giant swing, climbing wall, bungee trampoline, mini golf, and more offer a variety of activities. Bromley is open seven days per week through Labor Day.
Burke Mountain
MOUNTAIN BIKING: OPENING JULY 12
Burke Mountain has some seriously unique single-track mountain biking for beginners and experts alike. New to mountain biking? Burke offers coaching for beginners through those looking to improve on their skills. Plus, connect over to neighboring Kingdom Trails for cross-country through scenic Vermont.
Jay Peak
AERIAL TRAM RIDES: OPEN
MOUNTAIN BIKING: OPEN
DISC GOLF: OPEN
GOLF: OPEN
PUMP HOUSE WATERPARK: ALWAYS OPEN!
Headed to the top of Vermont? Take Jay Peak’s iconic tram up to the summit and walk the Long Trail, which terminates at the top of Jay. Explore Jay’s cross country mountain bike trails or the pump track before cooling off with a swim at the outdoor pool or exploring the Pump House Waterpark.
KILLINGTON MOUNTAIN
MOUNTAIN BIKING: OPEN
ADVENTURE CENTER: OPEN
SCENIC GONDOLA RIDES: OPEN
GOLF: OPEN
Summer is in full swing at Killtingon. While the snow has melted, lift served mountain biking is open for the summer. Enjoy a scenic lift ride to the summit or explore the Adventure Center for a ride on the mountain coaster, climb the Skye Ropes Course, and more. Check out the operating schedule to plan your trip.
MAGIC MOUNTAIN
DISC GOLF: OPEN
Fancy yourself a disc golfer? The Magic Mountain National Disc Golf Course is open daily through October 31. Plus, Magic offers a family season pass, making sure you can get the whole family out throughout the season, or multiple times during a visit, for just $250.
MOUNT SNOW
MOUNTAIN BIKING: OPEN
SCENIC LIFT RIDES: OPEN
GOLF: OPEN
Enjoy views of southern Vermont with a scenic ride up the Canyon Express Lift at Mount Snow. The Bluebird Express will be opening for scenic rides later this summer. On the way down, take the chair, hike, or take one of Mount Snow’s mountain bike trails for a gravity-field adventure.
OKEMO MOUNTAIN
ADVENTURE PARK: OPEN
SCENIC CHAIRLIFT RIDES: OPEN
MOUNTAIN BIKING: OPEN
Okemo is open for the summer with scenic lift rides on the Sunburst Six chairlift, mountain biking on flow trails from the top of the A quad, and the Adventure Zone featuring the Timber Ripper mountain coaster, bungee trampoline, mini golf, disc golf, and more. For a bit more adventure, head to the Haulback Challenge Course for some aerial fun.
SASKADENA SIX
MOUNTAIN BIKING: OPEN
FLY FISHING: OPEN
It’s pedal to the metal at Saskadena Six (formerly Suicide Six) with enduro-style trails with challenging climbs, and you’re only paying with effort because the mountain bike trails are free or pay-by-donation. If you want to try something a bit quieter, join an Orvis-endorsed guide and try your hand at fly-fishing Vermont’s waterways.
SMUGGLER’S NOTCH
FUNZONE: OPEN
DISC GOLF: OPEN
MINI GOLF: OPEN
MOUNTAIN BIKING: OPEN
GUIDED HIKES: OPEN
There’s something for everyone at Smuggs, including eight pools complete with waterslides! Smuggler’s Notch is open daily for family fun with mountain biking, disc golf, mini golf, guided hikes and more. Try something new and take a beginner mountain biking skills workshop or try your hand at pickleball!
STOWE MOUNTAIN
AUTO TOLL ROAD: OPEN
GONDOLA RIDE: OPEN
Explore the top of top of Vermont’s highest peak with a scenic drive up the Stowe Auto Toll Road. Four and a half miles of twists and turns lead you to a parking area at 3,850 feet. Get out and go for a scenic hike at the top. Or take a scenic Gondola ride to the Cliff House for a waffle.
STRATTON MOUNTAIN
GOLF: OPEN
CHAIRLIFT RIDES; OPEN
MOUNTAIN BIKING: OPEN
CLIMBING WALL: OPEN
Head to the top of Southern Vermont by enjoying a scenic Gondola ride at Stratton Mountain. Enjoy the summit by partaking in a yoga class. Prefer a gravity-driven ride down? Take your mountain bike up the American Express lift and ride down Stratton’s five miles of trails. Or explore the mountain by UTV with one of Stratton’s scheduled tours.
Sugarbush Resort
GOLF: OPEN
CHAIRLIFT RIDES; OPEN
MOUNTAIN BIKING: OPEN
DISC GOLF: OPEN
POOL: OPEN
Take in the splendor of the Mad River Valley from the top of Gadd or Lincoln Peak. Drive golf balls in the shadow of the mountain, or explore the woods with disc golf. Cool off in one of two pools, or get your downhill thrills on a mountain bike at Sugarbush Resort this summer. Need a break from the sun? The new SIMS suites can entertain the family in 32 different ways!
Sarah Borodaeff is a freelance writer, project manager, and tiny person wrangler. A snowsports enthusiast, Sarah has worked in the snowsports industry for over fifteen years as a ski coach, in marketing, and most recently as an associate editor for Ski Area Management. She is currently endeavoring to keep up with a toddler whose favorite phrase is “go outside!”