The Best Ski Resorts for Experts in Vermont

Looking for the most challenging vertical drops, heart-racing chutes, and gnarly steeps in Vermont? Our expert-level resort rankings cut through the marketing hype to show you where the truly technical terrain lies. These rankings come straight from our community of hardcore skiers and riders who've tested their mettle on Vermont's most demanding slopes. We're all about the real deal here – no resort makes our list without sufficient feedback from verified users who've actually conquered these mountains.

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Best Ski Resort for Expert Skiers in Vermont: Jay Peak - Experts Rating 4.59

Jay Peak is a paradise for expert skiers and snowboarders. Our users consistently praise the world-class tree skiing, with one Snomad community member calling it "the best glades in all of North America." The mountain offers plenty of technical terrain, from steep headwall turns to endless playful trees and mild freeride opportunities. A user who is an expert snowboarder highlighted the famous "Jay Cloud" that consistently delivers more powder than surrounding areas. As Nestor, an expert skier from Canada, puts it: "There's always powder stashes to find" making this resort particularly appealing for those seeking challenging terrain without the corporate feel found elsewhere.

#2 Sugarbush - Experts Rating 4.46

Expert skiers at Sugarbush rave about the incredible terrain variety. Our reviewers mention that the mountain offers "pure, big, eastern mountain skiing" with excellent steeps, tree runs and natural features. One Snomad community member liked how "the separation of lifts and the two mountains means that even during a busy weekend you don't feel trapped." The mountain delivers solid off-piste options, with another user specifically praising the tree skiing as "even better" than the already excellent groomed runs. Despite occasional weekend crowds, most experts appreciate Sugarbush's willingness to "open anything" including challenging terrain regardless of conditions.

#3 Killington Resort - Experts Rating 4.30

Expert skiers and snowboarders at Killington rave about the resort's diverse terrain. According to our reviewers, there's something for everyone, from steep chutes like Ovation that "will take your breath away" to challenging mogul fields and tree runs. A user who is an advanced snowboarder particularly praised the Peace Park, noting its "progression features for all skills" and partnership with Woodward. Multiple expert riders highlighted Devil's Fiddle as a favourite run. One Snomad community member who skied 100 days in a single season at Killington claimed they "were never bored, nor had a bad day," which speaks volumes about the variety available for experienced riders.