Green Mountain National Forest

Ski resorts in Green Mountain National Forest

Vermont Ski Lifts

Vermont's ski infrastructure includes some of the most advanced lift systems in North America. This selection features high-speed gondolas and express quads across major resorts like Killington, Sugarbush, Stratton, and Mount Snow. Highlights include the Slide Brook Express, the world's longest detachable chairlift, and weather-shielded bubble lifts designed for the harsh Green Mountain winters. These lifts provide efficient access to high-altitude summits, expert glades, and interconnected mountain peaks.

Vermont Ski Lifts — Map

A

K-1 Express Gondola

High-speed eight-passenger gondola at Killington Resort providing access to the 4,241-foot summit and the Peak Lodge.

B

Slide Brook Express Quad

Two-mile-long detachable quad connecting Sugarbush’s Lincoln Peak and Mt. Ellen. It is the longest lift of its type in the world.

C

Bluebird Express

High-speed six-passenger lift at Mount Snow featuring signature blue weather bubbles to protect skiers from wind and cold.

D

Super Bravo Express Quad

Primary high-speed quad at Sugarbush’s Lincoln Peak, serving as the main transport to mid-mountain terrain and connecting lifts.

E

Sun Mountain Express

High-speed quad at Stratton Mountain serving the lower and mid-mountain trails from the main base area.

F

American Express

High-speed six-person chairlift at Stratton Mountain equipped with protective bubbles for increased comfort during the ascent.

G

Castlerock Double

Fixed-grip double chair at Sugarbush serving the legendary Castlerock area, known for steep, narrow, and ungroomed expert terrain.

H

Barnstormer

High-speed six-pack at Mount Snow featuring heated seats and orange weather bubbles for protection in harsh conditions.

I

Ursa Express

High-speed quad at Stratton Mountain that transports skiers from the mid-mountain area to the resort's summit.

J

Heaven's Gate Triple

Triple chairlift at Sugarbush reaching the 3,975-foot summit of Lincoln Peak, serving iconic expert runs like Paradise.

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