Things are really heating up around the resort as we blaze into the holiday weekend. We’re stoking that fire with programming to keep you and your family cooking all week. Our activities team has been decorating the village in preparation for the big celebration and encourages you to join them some USA themed events throughout…
There are summer activities at Smuggs… and then there is the Vermont Country Fair. For one evening each week, the Village Green comes alive with the sounds, smells, and flavors that make summer in Vermont unforgettable. Live music drifts through the mountain air while children dart from game to game, laughter echoing across the lawn.…
This past North American ski season was certainly a memorable one, perhaps more than anything because of the weather. But it turns out a lot more than weather unpredictability developed within the ski scene this year, with several more permanent shifts debuting this season that carry major implications for the years to come.…
The sun is out this morning, and despite what looks like a few wet moments this week, it appears we’ll have some longer stretches of that high-angle June sunshine that warms local waters, stretches daylight from early morning into late evening, and maximizes your time to play outside. Monday is also the official unofficial day…
Happy Father’s Day This weekend, we’re raising a toast to all the dads, grandfathers, stepdads, and father figures who lead with strength, wisdom, and plenty of dad jokes. Thank you for the lessons, the laughs, and the unwavering support you bring to our families and communities. We wish all the dads out there a relaxing…
Not every day in Vermont comes with blue skies. and today’s forecast is bringing more than just cloud cover. We’re keeping an eye on a full menu of weather possibilities, including heavy rain, strong winds, and potentially severe thunderstorms. If you hear the resort’s emergency siren, please head indoors immediately and follow staff instructions. We also…
Commonly known as “Smuggs,” the resort promotes itself under the slogan “America’s Family Resort” and structures its offerings around a very specific idea: to make it easy for families of all ages to enjoy a mountain vacation together without the entire experience revolving exclusively around skiing. Its territory spans three mountains—Morse, Madonna, and Sterling— and…
Today marked the first day of full summer programming, and the Village had its pulse back. The pools were jumping, camp groups were out playing games, and the restaurants are now open. We are all really excited about a fun filled summer here at Smuggs! This morning, we had our first chance to check out…
Smugglers’ Notch Resort announced today the appointment of Brandon Swartz as its new General Manager, welcoming the seasoned ski industry leader whose lifelong connection to Vermont helped shape both his career and passion for mountain communities. Swartz’s connection to Vermont began at just three years old when he first learned to ski at Mount Snow.…
The Sunrise surface lift is currently the only way for public guests to access a huge portion of Powder Mountain without hiking. Background The 2026-27 season will be the last one for Powder Mountain’s Sunrise Poma. In a recent operations update, the resort announced that the surface lift will be removed in the…
