Smugglers' Notch Resort Reviews & Ratings

Smuggs is a perfect spot for: Family getaways, no-crowd skiing, powder day escapes. They're a family-friendly resort that has no lines at the lifts and never gets too crowded. The village always has something to do, even if it might not be the biggest apres-vibes. Restaurants are good, and they'll have entertainment most evenings. It does get cold, but definitely worth it if you value skiing on your ski trip. Smuggs shares the mountain with Stowe, but given the fact that the road between the two closes in the winter, and Stowe is on the Epic pass, unlike Smuggs, it's a good location that feels like you have it to yourself.

Super fun.. feels a bit like hot tub Time Machine, but that’s what the people love about it! Has the only triple black in the east… opposite side of Stowe Mountain.. chairs are still from the 80’s and come in hot, so makes it exciting. Almost took me out, but I held on!

Smuggs still feels like a locals resort but also has plenty of accommodations. We stayed for a 4 day weekend with some friends and had plenty to do.

Great independent resort in northern Vermont. Lots of snow early in the season this year. Good variety of terrain for intermediate/advanced skier. Black bear tavern has good food/drinks/vibes. Lots of other fun things to do in the area.

It's a nice family resort with great runs but the lifts are from the 1960's and only fit two people.

Love the terrain. Great skier density. Amazing glades. Hands down the best off piste skiing in the north east. What smuggs lacks in modern amenities, it has the terrain to make up for it. Charming New England skiing!

We have been to Smuggs several times. With 3 peaks, there is plenty of terrain, and enough variation for any type of skier. Madonna's runs can compete with any big resorts in the east. Very good family vibe, and lots of other activities for non-skiers. Lacks apres and a small town vibe...I guess you need to go to the other side of the mountain for that and spend significantly more - Stowe.

Smugglers Notch is the best family resort around. It hones the classic image of skiing and is centered around a quiet mountain rather than a massive tourist spot. I learned to ski there as a young child and continue to go every year. It never disappoints!

I've been going here for over 20 years. By far the best family resort there is. From trails for every skill level to lodging for every budget. Amazing ski school too!

Friendly, safe and very reasonable economically.
Ski/ride school is top notch! Parking lot is always clear; no getting stuck. People are more considerate of others, than at other surrounding resorts; less likely to encounter those that do not care about mountain etiquette. This is my home away from home. I wanted to write a bad review because I dont want to many people to discover this gem and overrun it, but I love this mountain and their staff too much to do so.

Great place to learn to ski and become a better skier. Terrain for everyone who skis nice greens and nice expert terrain.

Slow lifts
Some challenging terrain
Not crowded
Lots of activities for kids and teens
Super friendly
Free parking
Many off piste options

Smuggs is a classic family hit for Vermont skiing. With some of the best views from the mountain and some of the best trees to ski in the state its clear to see why. Whether youre a beginner level skier starting at Morse mountain or youre shredding trees off Madonna, smuggs has the terrain for you.

Great Mommy and Daddy ski program for beginner skiers or snowboarders. Ski with the same kids and families all season. Four hour lessons. Same instructor all season. Instructor teaches. Parents ski behind the group. Best money Ive ever spent. Kids listen to instructors. No headaches and heartbreak between parents and child. Kids made great progress, gained skills and were skiing blues towards the end of lessons. Well done program.

Great family friendly resort. This resort is the choice of the locals. That should tell you something. Don't sleep on Smuggs

Tried out Smugglers for the first time last year and was absolutely blown away. Truly incredible terrain and the staff are extremely friendly. The only thing slightly lacking was aprés and on property dining options. On the whole, absolutely nothing like Smugglers Notch, truly one of a kind!

Better then Stowe

ACTUALLY SO MUCH FUN dude they have this jibbing thing after skiing and its so fun and I cant wait to go up there in during Christmas break!!

Smuggs has been my home mtn since I was 2. 31 years later the stoke is a real as ever! Absolutely the best all around mtn in VT from beginner to expert. The woods skiing and out of bounds terrain is unbeatable!