Is Killington or Stowe better?

Killington will definitely have better “nightlife” options and music. Stowe probably has better high-end restaurants, but there are plenty of good places to eat in Killington. They are both great mountains with a ton of terrain. Killington is probably a little bigger with more terrain, but Stowe is right up there.

Which is better Stratton or Okemo?

Stratton is nearer to NY/South but is crowded at peak season. Okemo is a great cruiser mountain and has some more challenging vertical. Smuggler’s is a bit more remote (though closer to Burlington if you are flying and make that your entry point).

What is the best month to ski in Vermont?

If you want to hit the slopes while in Stowe, arrive between December and February. Though winter snowfall accumulations vary by year, the best skiing conditions are generally in February.

What is the steepest ski trail in the Northeast?

The aptly named Black Hole at Smugglers’ Notch is the only triple black diamond trail in the Northeast. The ungroomed 1,600-foot trail starts with a 65 to 70 percent grade as it descends through bumpy, tight glades.

How steep is double dipper at Killington?

28°
Angle in Degrees of Select Ski Trail Sections

Ski Area	Trail Name	Angle (Degrees)
Killington, VT	Double Dipper	28°
Whiteface, NY	Upper Northway	28°
Sunday River, ME	White Heat	27°
Jay Peak, VT	Haynes	27°

Is it hard to ski in Vermont?

Vermont offers some challenging runs for expert (blue- and black-level) skiers, with extensive backcountry and glade options, along with bump trails and terrain parks. Jay Peak Resort in northern Vermont — less than five miles from the Canadian border — is known for having the most snow in the East.

What is the steepest ski run on the East Coast?

The ski resort Beech Mountain is the highest ski resort on the East Coast. With 1,678 m , it has the highest slope/ski slope or the highest ski lift/lift on the East Coast.