Photo: Gopats92 (public domain)About Bolton Valley
Bolton Valley is a ski resort in Vermont. It offers 71 marked runs, served by 6 lifts, with an average of about 312" of snow a year. The resort also publishes 100 kilometers of Nordic and backcountry trails and lists night skiing among its amenities.
Why Visit Bolton Valley?
- 71 runs with 1,198ft of vertical drop
- Average annual snowfall of 312"
- 165 skiable acres with terrain for all ability levels
- 6 lifts including chairlift, surface
Where to Stay
Live prices for hotels, condos and homes near Bolton Valley, plus places we’ve researched.
Our guideWhich area should you stay in? Every Bolton Valley base compared
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Mountain Statistics
3,199ft
Summit Elevation
975m
2,001ft
Base Elevation
610m
1,198ft
Vertical Drop
365m
165 acres
Skiable Area
66.8 ha
71
Total Runs
2.0mi
Longest Run
3.2km
6
Lifts
312"
Avg. Snowfall
792cm annually
How Bolton Valley compares
Terrain Breakdown
25%
38%
22%
15%
●Beginner
25% of trails
■Intermediate
38% of trails
◆Advanced
22% of trails
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◆◆Expert
15% of trails
Trail Map
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Season & Operating Hours
Last season (2025–26)
Opening DayDecember 1, 2025
Closing DayApril 10, 2026
Status Closed for the season
This season’s dates are set by the resort — check its official site for opening day.
Getting to Bolton Valley
By Car
Bolton Valley is in Vermont, USA. Tap the button below for turn-by-turn directions from where you are.
Get DirectionsGPS Coordinates
Latitude44.4186
Longitude-72.8508
RegionVermont, USA
Lift Tickets
The rest of your Bolton Valley trip — for lodging, see Where to Stay above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Opening and closing dates are set by the resort each season, so check its official site for this year's dates. Bolton Valley averages 312" of snowfall a year.
Bolton Valley rates 25% of its terrain as beginner, across 71 marked runs. Check the resort's site for its ski school and learning areas.
Bolton Valley averages 312" of snowfall a season, with a summit elevation of 3,199 ft.
Bolton Valley is located in Vermont, USA. Use the "Get Directions" button at the top of this page for turn-by-turn directions from where you are. GPS coordinates: 44.4186, -72.8508.
Our where-to-stay guide for Bolton Valley compares every base area — who each suits, which lifts it's near, and named places to stay — with live prices. You'll find it in the Where to Stay section near the top of this page.
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