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“#1 family resort east of the Mississippi…” “By far the best skiing in all of Vermont…” “Some of the most challenging ski and snowboard terrain on the eastern seaboard!”
These are all quotes said from various people I, Michael Megler, have met during my stays at one of the best ski/summer resorts around. Have you ever wondered where family and friends can hang out and be together, while doing different, fun-filled activities each and every day and know you can come home to a warm fire and a dinner with love in every bite? Well, you’ve come to the right place! As said in the quotes above, Ski Magazine has rated Smugglers’ Notch Resort as America’s #1 Family Resort multiple times, and judging by my experience with other visitors to the resort, these words live up to their name! Smugglers’ Notch has programs guided for all ages, during all months of the year! No matter when you come to Smuggs’, you’ll always end up wishing you’d never leave. Each season has its unique experiences and opportunities, fun-filled and packed with adventure! From hiking along some of the tallest peaks in Vermont in summer, to skiing the best terrain in the East in winter, to visiting the best waterparks for miles around in spring, and even seeing the glorious color changes in fall, you’ll always have a vacation you’ll never forget! With world-class and world-famous activities to engage in, Smugglers’ Notch Resort is surely the best place to go! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s go on an adventure, visit each of the seasons, and see what you can do here at Smuggs’!
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Spring:
Ah, the month that always gets people excited: Spring! Spring at Smugglers...
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... you’ll always have a great time skiing here at Smuggs’! Not into skiing too much? Try snowboarding! Just like our world-class ski programs, we have numerous snowboarding programs for all ages, and you can do some pretty crazy tricks in the woods down at the new Knight’s Revenge Terrain Park on Madonna! Maybe you don’t like going downhill so much. In that case, you could try cross-country! We have over 60 cross-country trails, fun for all ages! Other programs here include snowshoeing, ice climbing, sledding, tubing, and more! When you do come to Smuggs’ in winter however, do make sure to bring many layers of clothing, especially in December and January, where temperatures regularly drop below -10 degrees Fahrenheit! But, luckily you won’t even notice the cold, as you will be having so much fun doing other things! We hope you enjoy your stay here at Smuggs’ in winter!
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