Snow & Ski Conditions Sugarbush

The Sugarbush snow report for Feb 18 is a 18" base depth with 14 of 16 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Sugarbush are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
SugarbushOpen

Recent Snowfall

 
6"0"1"1"1"1"

Base

18"
N.A.

Mid Mountain

34"
N.A.

Summit

48"
N.A.

Depth vs Average

85%
vs average of 21" on Feb 18
Snow Reporter Comments: February 18th, 1:54 PMGood afternoon riders and skiers! The mid-week magic rolls on.  The forecast calls for partly sunny skies and comfortable temps to be in the upper 20's to low 30's at the base and upper teens to low 20's at the summit. Conditions are primed for great riding all week with relatively warm February weather and another storm system tracking our way for Friday. We’ll be getting down on 459 skiable acres, served by 14 lifts, with 109 open trails and 57 freshly groomed runs including, fan favorites like Spring Fling, Jester and Northstar. You can look forward to machine groomed and frozen granular conditions across the mountain today. We are in holiday hours through February 22nd, with GMX, Super Bravo, and Heaven's Gate all getting the party started, loading at 8:00 AM. All other scheduled lifts open at 9:00 AM, with the exception of Slide Brook, which will operate from 10:00 AM to 3:15 PM.  Please plan your return accordingly, loading is strictly prohibited after 3:15 PM. Tomorrow, Slide Brook will be closed for scheduled maintenance and reopen on Friday. Nobody does it like the Sugarbush Parks crew. They’re serving up freestyle fun in every direction. At Mt. Ellen, you’ll find more than 94 features on Riemergasse and another 28 on Sugar Run, all serviced by the iconic Sunny Quad. At Lincoln Peak, Slowpoke has 18 flowy features, and Sugarbear Forest is home to 7 more. Inverness and Brambles will be reserved for race training today and tomorrow, but Brambles will reopen to the public at 12:30 PM.  Our events line up is stacked through this week.  Join us today at Mt. Ellen with Vermont Adaptive for a viewing party of the film Dragonmom. The film will get going at 6PM and will be followed by a discussion around disability and inclusivity. We've also got the Ninety-Pounds rucksack challenge going down at Mt Ellen tonight. Test your endurance in our ultimate rucksack challenge - fun, fitness, and fresh mountain air! Honoring the legacy of the 10th Mountain Division.  Check out all our winter events.All Lincoln Peak and Mt. Ellen uphill routes are currently open. However, The Cliffs will be getting winch groomed tonight so please steer clear of The Cliffs, Tumbler, and Hammerhead.  Please review our Uphill Travel Policy for full details. 
Lifts Open
14/16 open
Acres Open
459 Acres Open
Runs Open
110/111 open
Beginner Runs Open
25/26
Intermediate Runs Open
47/47
Advanced Runs Open
30/30
Expert Runs Open
8/8

Resort Overview

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Nov 22
Projected Opening
May 03
Projected Closing
Sugarbush is located in Vermont’s scenic Mad River Valley, offering a classic New England ski experience across 484 acres of terrain. With 111 trails and 16 lifts, the resort spans two distinct mountains—Lincoln Peak and Mt. Ellen—each with its own character and appeal. The mountain receives an average of 213 inches of natural snowfall annually, and extensive snowmaking ensures reliable coverage throughout the season. Trail difficulty is well-balanced, with 23% beginner, 42% intermediate, 27% advanced, and 7% expert runs.Families will find Sugarbush especially welcoming, thanks to its dedicated learning zones, tubing lanes, and four terrain parks with 18 rails. The resort’s ski and ride school offers programs for all ages, and the base areas are designed for easy navigation with access to rentals, dining, and childcare. Lincoln Peak’s Village is a hub of activity, while Mt. Ellen offers a quieter, more laid-back vibe with wide-open trails and fewer crowds.Visitors choose Sugarbush for its terrain diversity, authentic mountain atmosphere, and stunning views of the Green Mountains. The vertical drop of 2,600 feet and the 3-mile-long Stein’s Run provide plenty of room to roam, whether you’re carving groomers or exploring tree-lined glades. With a blend of challenge, charm, and convenience, Sugarbush delivers a memorable ski experience for all types of riders.

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