The Overview
Michael Fulton
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Mount Snow's summit reaches 3,599 feet, dropping roughly 1,700 vertical feet to a base at 1,899 feet across 87 runs spread over 600 acres near West Dover, Vermont. Terrain splits 67 per cent intermediate, 16 per cent each for advanced and beginner, and 1 per cent expert, with average annual snowfall of roughly 166 inches. The resort carries Epic Pass affiliation. Twenty lifts, including four quad chairs and six triple chairs, serve the mountain alongside three double chairs, one six-person chair, five surface lifts and one t-bar.
Mount Snow stands as one of southern Vermont's largest and most accessible resorts, prized for its considerable intermediate terrain and, at its Carinthia area, some of the most highly regarded terrain parks in the Northeast. Its relative proximity to Boston and the broader southern New England metropolitan area has long made it a popular weekend destination.
Walter Schoenknecht, who ran the Mohawk Mountain ski area in Connecticut, visited Vermont in 1946 seeking a location for a new resort with more reliable snowfall than areas further south, yet still accessible to New England's population centres. In 1953, he purchased land at the foot of what became known as Mount Snow, named for the farmer, Reuben Snow, who had previously owned it, and opened the resort in December 1954 with five trails on the lower mountain served by a rope tow and two double chairlifts.
Schoenknecht became known for extravagant, imaginative features, including an Italian-built aerial tram nicknamed the Air Car, an outdoor heated pool, and a large fountain geyser in Snow Lake, expanding the resort to 44 trails across three mountains with a gondola before financial difficulties led to bankruptcy in 1975. In September 2019, Vail Resorts purchased Mount Snow, joining Vail's portfolio and the Epic Pass network. Adult daily tickets run from 139 to 229 US dollars.
1,699ft
Vertical
87
Runs
600 acres
Skiable
14ft
Annual snow
Epic
Pass
The Terrain
87 runs across 600 acres skiable
Mount Snow spreads 87 runs across 600 acres skiable of terrain. It leans intermediate at 67%, with 14 beginner runs to find your feet and 15 advanced or expert runs when you want to push.
Terrain split
87
runs
87 runs across 4 grades
Beginner14 runs · 16%
Intermediate58 runs · 67%
Advanced14 runs · 16%
Expert1 run · 1%
Time it right
When to visit Mount Snow
The 2025-26 season at Mount Snow ran from 28 November 2025 to 19 April 2026, a roughly twenty-one-week season supported by average annual snowfall of around 166 inches. Extensive snowmaking supplements natural snowfall to support the resort's early opening and consistent conditions across its considerable intermediate-weighted terrain throughout the season.
Midwinter, from December through February, typically brings the most consistent conditions to Mount Snow's varied terrain. As an Epic Pass resort within the Vail Resorts network, Mount Snow draws substantial visitation from Epic Pass holders alongside its traditional Boston-area weekend visitor base, given the resort's relatively accessible southern Vermont location.
The Carinthia terrain park area continues to draw freestyle-focused visitors throughout the season, supporting Mount Snow's reputation as a premier terrain park destination in the Northeast. School holiday periods bring substantial family visitation given the resort's heavily intermediate-weighted terrain profile. Weekend crowds draw heavily from the greater Boston and southern New England region.
Specific event programming beyond standard operations and Carinthia's terrain park offerings is not confirmed in available resort information. Since Vail Resorts' 2019 acquisition, Mount Snow has continued operating as part of the Epic Pass network, building on seven decades of history since founder Walter Schoenknecht's 1954 opening. The resort's accessible location and considerable scale remain central to its seasonal popularity.
Season 2025 - 2026
28 Nov 2025
Opens
19 Apr 2026
Closes
142
Days open
14 ft
Annual snow
Getting there
Getting to Mount Snow, and where to stay
Mount Snow sits near West Dover, Vermont, with a base elevation of 1,899 feet and a summit at 3,599 feet across a roughly 1,700-foot vertical drop over 600 acres. This southern Vermont setting places the resort within a considerable drive of the greater Boston metropolitan area.
West Dover and nearby Wilmington offer substantial lodging, dining and shopping within a short drive of the resort, giving Mount Snow a genuine mountain-town base area experience. The broader southern Vermont region surrounds the resort with additional outdoor recreation and scenic attractions.
Vermont State Route 100 provides direct access to the resort, connecting to the broader regional highway network toward Massachusetts and the greater Boston area. Winter driving conditions on this route can include snow and ice, though the well-travelled road is regularly maintained given the resort's popularity as a weekend destination. There is no direct public transport service to the mountain.
Albany International Airport in New York and Bradley International Airport in Connecticut both serve the broader region within a reasonable drive, with Mount Snow's roughly two-and-a-half-hour drive from Boston making it a popular and accessible weekend option for the greater New England metropolitan area.
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31 Aug 2026
Mount Snow Webcams
5 live angles across the mountain. Tap any camera to go full-screen.
About Mount Snow's live webcams
Check live conditions across Mount Snow with 5 real-time webcams showing snow, weather, and lift operations, updated every 10 minutes. Check high-elevation cams for powder visibility and base-area cams for crowd levels before you head up.
Camera guide
- Snow Stake Cam3,570ft
- Track precise snowfall accumulation through this Mount Snow webcam focused on the official snow stake at 1088 meters summit elevation. This specialized Mount Snow live cam provides real-time powder measurements throughout the day, essential for planning your approach to southern Vermont's premier ski destination. Powder hunters rely on this live snow cam to monitor exactly how many inches have fallen across Mount Snow's 588 skiable acres.
- Mount Snow Summit Cam3,570ft
- Experience commanding summit perspectives through this Mount Snow webcam positioned at the peak's 1088-meter elevation. This Mount Snow live cam delivers sweeping panoramic views across the resort's four distinct mountain faces and the scenic Deerfield Valley below. Perfect for assessing visibility and snow quality, this Mount Snow web cam showcases the diverse terrain that makes this southern Vermont's largest ski resort.
- Mount Snow Somerset Cam3,570ft
- Discover Mount Snow's western exposure through this Somerset webcam at 1088 meters elevation. This Mount Snow live cam monitors conditions across the resort's most challenging expert terrain and natural snow zones. Advanced skiers use this live snow cam to assess powder conditions on the steeper Somerset trails before exploring Mount Snow's most demanding runs.
- Carinthia Parks Cam2,546ft
- Monitor the East Coast's premier terrain park through this Mount Snow webcam focused on Carinthia Parks at 776 meters elevation. This specialized Mount Snow live cam captures the action across progressive jumps, rails, and features that define this world-class freestyle zone. Freeskiers and snowboarders use this Mount Snow web cam to check feature conditions before sessions in Vermont's most innovative park system.
- Mount Snow Main Base Area Cam1,939ft
- Experience the vibrant energy of Mount Snow ski resort through this main base area webcam at 591 meters elevation. This Mount Snow live cam provides real-time views of guest arrivals, lift operations, and current snow conditions at the resort's bustling village center. Essential for timing your visit, this live snow cam helps families gauge crowd levels before making the drive to southern Vermont's favorite ski destination.
Mount Snow snow cams FAQ
How often do Mount Snow snow cams update?
All Mount Snow snow cams and webcams update every 10 minutes with fresh images showing current mountain conditions. This frequent update schedule ensures you have access to near real-time conditions for planning your ski day at Mount Snow.
Which Mount Snow webcam shows the best powder conditions?
The high-elevation Snow Stake Cam webcam at 1,088m provides the clearest view of powder conditions and snowfall. These Mount Snow webcams capture fresh snow accumulation and visibility better than base area cameras.
Can I see Mount Snow lift queues on the webcams?
Yes. Multiple Mount Snow snow cams specifically show lift queue areas and chairlift operations, helping you time your arrival and avoid peak queue periods.
When is the best time to check Mount Snow snow cams?
Check Mount Snow webcams early morning (7-8am) for overnight snowfall assessment, and mid-afternoon for current crowd levels and weather. The live cams are most useful after storm events to assess fresh powder.
How can I check current conditions before buying Mount Snow lift tickets?
Use our Mount Snow webcams alongside the live snow report to assess conditions before purchasing lift tickets. The webcams show real-time visibility, snow quality, and operational status.
Do Mount Snow webcams work on mobile devices?
Yes. All Mount Snow snow cams and webcams are optimized for mobile viewing, so you can check live conditions from anywhere using your phone or tablet.
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