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.
Upcoming Events
Cross Country Group Ski Lessons
Introductory group lessons, please call (x5722). Cost: $20
Advanced Ski Clinic
This one hour clinic is geared towards individuals of all ages who have race experience or the desire to get into ski racing. Join UVM and MIddlebury racers Ryan Kerrigan & Robyn Anderson for pointers on improving technique and skiing faster. Limit of 5 people. $20 per person. Pas required. Call Ski Center for sign ups and info (x5755).
Back Country Ski Clinics: Making Tele Turns
This clinic will teach you how to free your heel and drop the knee in order to navigate the deeper snow in the back country Meet at the ski center (x5722). Clinic is $30 per person. Clinic with equipment included is $50 per person.
Annual Catamount Trail BC Challenge Race and Tour
The 16-kilometer event will be a mass-start cross-country ski race from the Trapp Family Touring Center to Bolton Valley Resort, via the Catamount Trail.
Back Country Ski Clinics: Introductory Back Country Ski Tour
Explore our 2,400 acre property with an experienced guide! Polish your skills and play in the powder! Meet at the Ski Center (x5722). Tour: $70 per person. Equipment and clinic package $79 per person.
Ski with the von Trapp Family
Each day a different member of the von Trapp Family will take guests on a unique guided cross-country ski tour or snowshoe pointing out features of the property and relating some of its storied history.
Ski with the von Trapp's: Gentle Ski Tour
Join Lynn von Trapp for a gentle ski tour. "Not too far, not too fast and not too steep!" Complimentary for overnight guests. $25 for day visitors. Meet at the Ski Center (x5755). Intermediate or higher level required for this tour.
Ski with the von Trapp's: Race Loop Tour & Intro to Touring
Join Kristina von Trapp-Frame and get to know the amazing race course everyone is raving about! Intermediate or higher level required for this tour. Also at that time, Elisa von Trapp will be doing an introduction to touring ski (beginner lesson combined with a short excursion). Complimentary for overnight guests. $25 for day visitors. Meet at the Ski Center (x5755).
Ski with the von Trapp's: Intermediate/Advanced Back Country Ski Tour
Join Sam von Trapp for an intermediate back country ski tour! Learn to drop your knee, make a tele turn and smooth out your skiing! Advanced back country skiers can be accomodated! Complimentary for overnight guests. $25 for day visitors. Meet at the Ski Center (x5755).
Ski with the von Trapp's: Johannes von Trapp - History and ecology
The name says it all...Johannes shares decades of knowledge about this beautiful property. Complimentary for overnight guests. $25 for day visitors. Meet at the Ski Center (x5755). Intermediate or higher level required for this tour.
Ski with the von Trapp's: Sights of Spring
Join Carla von Trapp-Hunter for a ski and see what nature has to offer this time of year. Complimentary for overnight guests. $25 for day visitors. Intermediate or higher level required for this tour. Meet at the Ski Center (x5755).
