Overall Rating
4.67
From 9 Reviews
60
Total Runs
1600
Bottom Elevation
3637
Top Elevation
115
Skiable Terrain
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Mad River Glen in Vermont is famous for its slogan "Ski It If You Can," appealing to serious skiers with its challenging terrain and natural snow conditions. The resort is known for its classic single chairlift and emphasis on preserving traditional skiing. Mad River Glen caters primarily to advanced skiers, with limited grooming and snowmaking. The resort's cooperative ownership model contributes to its unique community atmosphere. Mad River Glen's facilities are rustic and old-school, focusing on the skiing experience. The resort does not allow snowboarding, maintaining a skiers-only policy. Mad River Glen is perfect for those seeking a challenging and nostalgic skiing experience in the East.
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Recent Reviews
advanced skier ⛷️ United States
Matthew
Dec, 9 2025
So much natural terrain. Lots of natural snow. Great family atmosphere. A unique single chair that keeps the trails uncrowded. Great price structure. Programs for kids, women, gray beards, free healers, beginners, racers, and free skiers.
expert skier ⛷️ United States
Jonathan
Nov, 23 2025
Mad River Glen is uniquely a throwback to a vintage and cherished ski experience that remains substantially the same as it was 50 years ago.
advanced skier ⛷️
Matthew
Feb, 6 2025
Mad River Glen is a unique experience that everyone should have at least once! Its not a really big area, but they still have 2000 vertical feet for you to play in. Plenty of off piste options. They do a nice job of grooming easier terrain for skiers to access an area designed pjust for less experienced skiers call Birdland where all of the trails are named for birds. Paradise is an expert run that challenges the best skiers. And you can duck into the woods on either side of the run for some deep powder tree thrills. An exceptional ski area!
Mad River Glen Resort Stats
Ski Terrain
60Total Runs
1 milesLongest Run
115 acresSkiable Terrain
16 hectaresSnow making
Elevation
3637 feetTop
1600 feetBottom
2037 feetVertical Drop
Lifts
3Chairlifts
Lift Pass Costs
$875Season pass
$1101 day
Weather
101 inchesAverage annual snowfall
Mad River Glen Travel Information
Airports
60min drive45KMsBurlington International (BTV)
90min drive70KMsPlattsburgh International (PBG)
150min drive120KMsAlbany International (ALB)
Train Stations
25min drive21KMsWaterbury Station (Waterbury, VT)