Grab the Smugglers' Notch Resort ski resort map above to get the full picture of what's on offer across this Vermont favourite. The trail map shows 78 runs split across 13 beginner, 41 intermediate and 20 advanced trails, with six chairlifts serving terrain that spans from 313.94m at the base up to 1109.47m at the top. Our community rates it highly for family friendliness and tree skiing, making it a solid choice for those who like variety without the crowds.
Download the Smugglers' Notch Resort Trail Map (PDF & Image)

Best Runs in Smugglers' Notch Resort
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Doc Dempsey's (Green): A long, flowing beginner trail that winds gently through the trees, ideal for building confidence after your first lessons.
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Main Street (Green): One of the longest green runs in the East, offering over two miles of mellow cruising from the summit back to the village.
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Liftline (Blue): A classic intermediate cruiser running directly under the Madonna I lift with consistent pitch and excellent grooming for practising carved turns.
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Upper FIS (Blue): A wide intermediate trail that follows the fall line with enough space to open up your turns and work on technique.
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Tamarack (Blue): This tree-lined intermediate run offers a lovely gladed feel whilst maintaining a manageable gradient for progressing skiers.
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Robin's Run (Blue): A winding blue that snakes through the woods with varied terrain, keeping things interesting without throwing any nasty surprises at you.
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Black Hole (Black Diamond): The resort's signature expert run drops steeply through tight tree spacing, demanding precise line choice and quick reactions.
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Freefall (Double Black Diamond): A proper lung-burner that pitches hard right from the top, offering sustained steep terrain and natural mogul fields when left ungroomed.
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The Chute (Double Black Diamond): An extreme narrow corridor through dense glades where only the most confident skiers should venture, especially after fresh snow.
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Highlander Glade (Black Diamond): Expert tree skiing at its finest, with natural features and varied spacing that rewards confident off-piste skiers.

