Cross Country Skiing
The Finest Cross Country Skiing in the EastHome to the first cross country ski center in the country, the 100 kilometer trail network includes terrain suitable for every level of skier or snowshoer.
The Nordic center includes a retail shop along with a rental center that includes back country gear, snowshoes and skis. The trail system has been expanded to include 60km of groomed trails and 100km of back-country trails to make the ski center Stowe's largest - suitable for all ages and abilities. Be sure to make the exhilarating trip (on skis or snowshoes) to the Slayton Pasture Cabin where you can warm up on the hearth of a roaring fireplace and replenish your energy with homemade soup, sandwiches and hot chocolate.
We proudly sponsor The Vermont Ski Museum.
Upcoming Events
Cross Country Group Ski Lessons
Introductory group lesson, please call (x5755). Meeting place: Ski Center. Cost is $20.
Cross Country Group Ski Lessons
Introductory group lesson, please call (x5755). Meeting place: Ski Center. Cost is $20.
Cross Country Group Ski Lessons
Introductory group lesson, please call (x5755). Meeting place: Ski Center. Cost is $20.
Stowe Derby
The Oldest Downhill/Cross-Country Ski Race in North America
The Stowe Derby is one of the oldest and most unique ski races in North America. It started in 1945 as a personal challenge between two amazing skiers- Austrian, Sepp Ruschp who was hired to come to America and head the new ski school at Stowe and Erling Strom, world famous mountaineer from Norway. The challenge was the same as it is today - a race from the top of Mt. Mansfield, Vermont's highest peak to the historic village of Stowe... The ultimate test of a skiers ability. Ruschp was the winner of the first Stowe Derby.
Today, the race attracts over 900 competitors, ranging from Canadian Cross Country Ski Team members and NCAA Champions to recreational skiers looking for a thrill. While the race can be very competitive at all levels, it is also a fun race, having been chosen as one of the top sporting events in the state by readers of Vermont Sports Magazine.
Over the course, participants ski through 20km of challenging terrain, racing down Mt. Mansfield's Toll Road and along the entire length of the Stowe Recreation Path before reaching the finish in the village. The course has a total vertical drop of almost 2,600 feet. The winners will complete the course in under 45 minutes, while recreational skiers can take a couple of hours to go the same distance.
More information.
Vermont Ski Museum Antique Classic
In this 2.5km cross-country ski race skiers navigate Trapp Family Lodge’s picturesque trails on authentic wooden skis, dressed in period costume, striving to evoke different historic styles. Wooden skis will be available to those who would like to participate, and awards will be presented for many categories. Please join us in jovial pursuits in raising funds for the VT Ski Museum.
Registration at the Outdoor Center at 9am.
Event starts at 10am
Nordic Relay for Life
The Relay for Life is a fun-filled, overnight event that enlists volunteers to help fight cancer by raising money and awareness to support the American Cancer Society mission. Last year the event raised $102,000. www.relayforlife.org/nordicstylevt
