Sugarbush

1840 Sugarbush Access Rd.
Warren, Vt. 05674
800-537-8427
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Sugarbush has always been a big mountain -- in fact, two big mountains, Mount Ellen and Lincoln Peak, known as "north" and "south" respectively. And it has always skied big as well, with a whopping 43 percent of its terrain (rated No. 2 in the East for "variety" and No. 5 for "challenge") devoted to advanced skiers. But for years Sugarbush's owners have let the mountain wag the resort in terms of upkeep, with the predictable sag in popularity.

Recent new developments, particularly at Lincoln Peak, have reversed the trend and won back supporters. Hard-core skiers will be ecstatic, but "the Bush's" isolated location continues to make it a poor choice for those who insist upon having as much fun off the slopes as on them.

MOUNTAIN INFO

Base elevation: 1,435 feet
Summit elevation: 4,135 feet
Vertical drop: 2,650 feet
Skiable acres: 508
Average annual snowfall: 262 inches
Lifts: 16 (5 detached quads, 2 fixed quads, 2 triples, 4 doubles, 3 surface)
Lift capacity: 25,463 skiers per hour
Trails: 111
Trail Breakdown: 18 percent beginner, 39 percent intermediate, 43 percent expert
Snow making capability: 68 percent

HOURS

Weekdays: 8:00 am-4:00 pm
Weekends: 7:30 am-4:00 pm

PRICING

Regular: $69 adult, $59 youth (7-18), $46 senior (65+)
Holiday: $73 adult, $65 youth (7-18), $50 senior (65+)
Season pass: $1,399 adult, $399 youth, $699 senior

RENTALS
Full day: ski/board package: $36 adult, $27 junior (12 and under)
Half-day: $30 adult, $21 youth (12 and under)
Available at both Lincoln Peak and Mt. Ellen base lodges

LESSONS
Adventure Learning Center (for ages 13 and up): First time/beginners package (includes rentals, lift ticket, two-hour lesson) $70
Two-hour group lessons: $45

OTHER SNOW ACTIVITIES

3 terrain parks
1 half pipe

FOR THE KIDS

Learn to ski programs (include rentals and lift tickets): $104 full day, $75 half-day
- Microbears (3 years old)
- Mini-Bears (4-7)
- Sugar Bears (7-12)

Daycare (6 weeks-to-6 years): Full day $80, half-day $55

ON-SITE LODGING

Clay Brook Residences (luxury hotel and residences, featuring studio-to-5 bedroom units) The Sugarbush Inn Sugarbush Condos (slopeside studio to four-bedroom units)

OFF-SITE LODGING

The Pitcher Inn, originally a 1850s coaching in, now a luxury Relais & Chateaux property with 11 individually decorated Vermont-themes rooms and suite, its own gourmet restaurant and a day spa. 275 Main St., Warren, 802-496-6350.

The Sugar Lodge at Sugarbush, 23 standard to king-sized mountain-lodge-styled suites with all the modern amenities, 2197 Sugarbush Access Rd., 800-982-3465.

The Sugartree, 7 one-bedroom and 2 two-bedroom suites only half a mile from the slopes, 2440 Sugarbush Access Rd., 800-666-8907.

The Bridges Family Resort, 100 modern, condominium-style units with 1, 2 or 3 bedrooms, fully-equipped kitchens, fireplaces, fitness center, sauna, indoor pool and outdoor hot tub. 202 Bridges Circle, 800-453-2922.

PowderHound Inn & Condominiums, 25 two-bedroom housekeeping suites with kitchenettes, 203 Powderhound Rd., 800-548-4022.

ON-SITE FOOD AND DRINK

At Lincoln Peak base lodge: Timbers', The Castlerock Pub, Gate House Food Court
At Mount Ellen base lodge: Mount Ellen Cafeteria, Glen Mountain Lodge
The Glen House (mid-station)
In the Sugarbush Inn: The Hearth at Sugarbush, The Grill and The Tap Room

OFF-SITE FOOD AND DRINK

The Pitcher Inn, highly-rated gourmet restaurant offering seasonally inspired contemporary American cuisine emphasizing fresh ingredients and simple preparation. 225 Main St., Warren, 802-496-6350.

Chez Henri, Parisian Bistro and Sugarbush standard featuring dining room fireplace and classic French cuisine. 80 Sugarbush Village, 802-583-2600

The Common Man, casual Italian eatery also featuring international dishes. 3209 German Flats Rd., 802-583-2800

Sweet Wood Grill and Bar, upscale, creative cuisine in a rustic early American setting, located at the PowderHound Inn & Condominiums. 203 Powderhound Rd., 802-496-5100

The Warren House Restaurant, an unassuming, rustic restaurant serving creative and elegant regional American dishes. 2585 Sugarbush Access Rd., 802-583-2421

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