Mad River Glen is a skier-owned cooperative and resort located in Waitsfield, Vermont, not far from the Sugarbush mountain resort. It is notorious for having challenging trails and an old-school skiing vibe. This mountain is considered challenging and is more comfortable for intermediate or expert skiers and snowboarders. It is known for its difficult and diverse terrain, making it a very desirable ski mountain for New Englanders and beyond. There are 5 chair lifts, including the famous single chair, and a wide range of trails ranging from easy to expert levels. Despite it being a very expert-friendly mountain, there are plenty of opportunities for beginner skiers to learn and get comfortable on the slopes. Callie’s Corner handle tow and Birdland are some of the ski-school experiences provided for learners at Mad River. Daily passes can range from $40-110 depending on the day and time of the week that you intend to go and season/value/weekday passes are available for a wide range of prices that can be found on their website, along with other information.
Distance from Champlain: 33 miles
Address: 57 Schuss Pass, Waitsfield, VT 05673
Ways to Get There: 50 minute drive
Safety: have the Mad River Glen ski patrol phone number (802) 989-0012 in your phone in case of emergency, visit the “Skiing & Snowboarding Safety” blog for more information, review the Mad River Glen policies here
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Students skiing at mad river glen
