Bolton Valley Resort is a ski and snowboarding area that is located in Richmond, Vermont and provides a fun way for students to go to a mountain without having to drive very far. Bolton Valley is notorious for its $25 night skiing passes and are utilized by many Champlain students that are looking to get out on weeknights for cheap! Night skiing is open at Bolton between the hours of 4 and 10 pm. If you need gear, full rentals are available for only $60 for day passes and $45 for night passes. Like the other mountains in the area, seasonal and day passes are also available for purchase on their website. Boltons trails offer a variety of terrain for people looking to participate in downhill, Nordic, backcountry, and uphill skiing and snowboarding. There are 5 operational chair lifts and over 70 trails to enjoy that range from beginner to advanced to ensure skiers and riders of all levels will have a blast! Due to its convenient location and close proximity to Champlain, it can also be a great mountain to learn how to ski or snowboard at. Private and group lessons are available on their website.
Distance from Champlain: 24 miles
Address: 4302 Bolton Access Rd, Richmond, VT 05477
Ways to Get There: 30 minute drive, Ski & Ride carpooling
Safety: have the Bolton Valley ski patrol phone number (802) 434-3444 in your phone in case of emergency, visit the “Skiing & Snowboarding Safety” blog for more information, review Bolton Valleys safety and mountain policies here
For more information visit these websites:
- Bolton Valley Lift Tickets
- Bolton Valley Rentals
- Bolton Valley Snow Reports
- Bolton Valley Trail Maps
- Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports
photos from the champlain ski & ride and chicks on sticks clubs!
