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Overview

Thanksgiving Day, 2012, marks 75 years of making turns at Pico Mountain. In 1937 on Thanksgiving morning, Pico Mountain Ski Resort came to life with only a 1,200 foot rope tow powered by a Hudson motor car engine and a lot of love. Since then, a lot has changed. But the love that began more than seventy years ago for this mountain still lives today – and it’s as strong as ever. No other big mountain has such small mountain charm, and no athletes love their mountain quite like Pico skiers and riders.

Families and skiing traditionalists now enjoy 52 trails serviced by seven lifts, including two high-speed detachable quads. Gentle learning terrain, smooth cruisers and classically narrow New England steeps can all be found at Pico Mountain. Even the most selective skiers and riders will be impressed by Pico’s vertical drop of 1,967’ – taller than 80% of Vermont ski areas.

Whether you choose scenic glades or gentle, winding trails, Pico Mountain has it all. And, if you’re willing, we can teach you how to enjoy it all. Our Snow Sports School offers specialized learning programs for everyone from children and first-timers to seasoned pros, all created with quality and value in mind.

 

 

Inside Scoop

Pico’s finer points include its classic New England base lodge with a giant stone fireplace, and the Last Run Lounge, with decor reminiscent of the first decades of skiing. It offers the convenience of two high-speed express quads and four lifts within 100 yards of the base area and lodging village. Ski shop, rental/repair shop, food court, lounge and waffle shop. Seventy-five percent snowmaking.

Plan Your Trip

Best Time for Snow

Average Snowfall

43"
27"
18"
9"
0"
15"
Dec
36"
Jan
34"
Feb
30"
Mar
0"
Apr
Beginners Runs
15%
Intermediate Runs
48%
Advanced Runs
34%
Expert Runs
3%
Runs in Total
61
Longest Run
4 mi
Skiable Terrain
267 ac
Snow Making
156 ac

Total Lifts: 7

High Speed Quads
2
Triple Chairs
2
Double Chairs
2
Surface Lifts
1

Elevation

Base
2000'
Summit
3967'
Vertical Drop
1967'

Important Dates

December 09, 20232023/12/09
Projected Opening
April 07, 20242024/04/07
Projected Closing
N.A.
Projected Days Open
N.A.
Days Open Last Year
87
Years Open
250"
Average Snowfall
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