The Best Ski Resorts for Tree Skiing in the World

Diving through powder-filled glades and slaloming between snow-dusted pines offers an unmatched skiing experience that combines technical challenge with natural beauty. Our tree skiing rankings showcase the resorts where you'll find the best forested terrain, based entirely on authentic feedback from the Snomad community. These rankings reflect the genuine experiences of skiers and snowboarders who've carved through these wooded wonderlands. Share your own forest adventures by leaving a review.

Looking for different skiing experiences? Check out our rankings for Off-Piste, Powder Zones, and Expert Skiers to find your perfect mountain playground.

Best Ski Resort for Tree Runs: Steamboat - Tree Skiing Rating 4.85

Steamboat's tree skiing is legendary, with our users consistently raving about the quality of runs through the aspen groves. One Snomad community member liked how the terrain offers "variety of steep and more manageable less steep terrain" for different skill levels. Austin, an advanced skier, was impressed by how well-connected the runs are, making it easy to transfer between different areas. Matt, an expert rider, called it "about the best it gets in the US," especially when combined with Steamboat's famous champagne powder. Karen simply stated they're "the best tree runs in the world!" - a sentiment echoed across multiple reviews from skiers of all abilities.

#2 Smugglers' Notch Resort - Tree Skiing Rating 4.73

Smugglers' Notch boasts some of Vermont's most exceptional tree skiing. Our reviewers consistently rave about the glades, with Taylor describing the terrain as "truly incredible." Harrison, a lifelong Smuggs skier for 31 years, claims "the woods skiing and out of bounds terrain is unbeatable" in Vermont. One Snomad community member liked that despite lacking modern amenities, the resort offers "hands down the best off piste skiing in the north east." The variety of tree runs caters to different abilities, though they're particularly celebrated by advanced and expert skiers who appreciate the authentic backcountry feel that keeps locals coming back year after year.

#3 Revelstoke - Tree Skiing Rating 4.73

Revelstoke's tree skiing is consistently praised as exceptional by our Snomad community. A user who is an advanced snowboarder said the resort offers "amazing glades and tree runs" that provide endless thrills for experienced riders. The trees not only deliver outstanding technical challenges but also hold powder stashes long after snowfall. One skier mentioned you can "usually find powder pockets even a week after the last snowfall" if you're willing to explore. The variety of tree terrain caters to different abilities, with well-spaced glades for intermediates and tighter, more technical sections that expert riders can dive into for maximum excitement.