Stratton Mountain, Stratton, VT
As the home of the U.S. Open Snowboarding Championship and the highest peak in southern Vermont, Stratton Mountain offers plenty of thrills for experienced skiers--plus six highly-rated terrain parks for avid snowboarders. Beginners can also feel right at home here, with 41 novice trails among the 91 total. After hitting the slopes, explore the unique shops and various dining option in Stratton Village. Plenty of inns and hotels are in the area as well. You'll want to stay the night after the four-hour drive from the city.
Stratton Mountain Ski Resort- 5 Village Lodge Road, Stratton, VT
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