Shankitzer Snowtree Guidebook
Local activities
Mount Snow ski area has terrain suitable for all levels. Whether you're a beginner looking for the bunny hills, or a speed demon looking to hit your new top speed on the black diamonds, this mountain has trails for everyone. The resort is known for having great snow-making coverage, excellent grooming operations, modern facilities, and a comfortable lodge.
Skiers and riders have access to 600 acres, serviced by 20 lifts. The Bluebird Express lift, Mount Snow’s six-person bubble lift, transports skiers and riders to the resort’s summit elevation of 3,600 feet. But it’s all downhill from there: the 1,700 feet of vertical drop sees an average annual snowfall of 156 inches.
The base area lodge plays host to a variety of events throughout the summer and winter seasons. There is the Mount Snow Golf Club, various free hiking trails on the mountain, and the Mount Snow Bike Park for the summer season. It is a year-round resort.
(15-minute walk, 2-minute drive, and right on the MOOver route in the winter).
231 locals recommend
Mount Snow
Mount Snow ski area has terrain suitable for all levels. Whether you're a beginner looking for the bunny hills, or a speed demon looking to hit your new top speed on the black diamonds, this mountain has trails for everyone. The resort is known for having great snow-making coverage, excellent grooming operations, modern facilities, and a comfortable lodge.
Skiers and riders have access to 600 acres, serviced by 20 lifts. The Bluebird Express lift, Mount Snow’s six-person bubble lift, transports skiers and riders to the resort’s summit elevation of 3,600 feet. But it’s all downhill from there: the 1,700 feet of vertical drop sees an average annual snowfall of 156 inches.
The base area lodge plays host to a variety of events throughout the summer and winter seasons. There is the Mount Snow Golf Club, various free hiking trails on the mountain, and the Mount Snow Bike Park for the summer season. It is a year-round resort.
(15-minute walk, 2-minute drive, and right on the MOOver route in the winter).
Perfect spot to take a dip in the reservoir and grill or picnic.
7 locals recommend
Mt. Mills West Picnic Area
1 Woods RdPerfect spot to take a dip in the reservoir and grill or picnic.
High Country Marina has rentals for a wide variety of outdoor activities, both in summer and winter. In winter, snowmobiles are the popular choice. In summer, choose motorsports - boating, jet skiing, pontooning, or manual sports like kayaking, paddleboarding, and canoeing.
27 locals recommend
High Country Marine
403 VT-9High Country Marina has rentals for a wide variety of outdoor activities, both in summer and winter. In winter, snowmobiles are the popular choice. In summer, choose motorsports - boating, jet skiing, pontooning, or manual sports like kayaking, paddleboarding, and canoeing.
A quick 20-30 minute drive up the road, Stratton mountain has something for everyone.
Claiming the title for the highest peak in Vermont at 3,875 ft. Stratton Mountain has over 38 miles of skiable terrain. Combined with an average snowfall of 180 inches per year, this is a great place to spend the day on the mountain. If skiing and snowboarding aren't for you, check out The Village at the base of the mountain for some fresh Vermont food, shopping, or just roasting marshmallows by an open fire.
The summer months bring miles of mountain biking trails, hiking, fishing, golf, and more!
248 locals recommend
Stratton Mountain
A quick 20-30 minute drive up the road, Stratton mountain has something for everyone.
Claiming the title for the highest peak in Vermont at 3,875 ft. Stratton Mountain has over 38 miles of skiable terrain. Combined with an average snowfall of 180 inches per year, this is a great place to spend the day on the mountain. If skiing and snowboarding aren't for you, check out The Village at the base of the mountain for some fresh Vermont food, shopping, or just roasting marshmallows by an open fire.
The summer months bring miles of mountain biking trails, hiking, fishing, golf, and more!
Just across VT-100, Timber Creek offers thoughtfully groomed cross-country skiing trails along with integrated snowshoe trails. Cradled by the Green Mountains Timber Creek is an amazing ski experience with a dependable mountain climate. New to skiing? There are rental and learn to ski packages.
21 locals recommend
Timber Creek Cross Country Ski
13 Tanglewood RdJust across VT-100, Timber Creek offers thoughtfully groomed cross-country skiing trails along with integrated snowshoe trails. Cradled by the Green Mountains Timber Creek is an amazing ski experience with a dependable mountain climate. New to skiing? There are rental and learn to ski packages.
Food scene
The best market for miles! This place hits that sweet spot where the convenience store, local market, and gourmet grocery intersect. Great stock with tons of gluten-free and plant-based options.
Looking to stock up on beer? ✔
Grab a sandwich for the road? ✔
Ran out of milk for morning coffee? ✔
Forgot to get a local VT gift for a friend? ✔
Steaks for dinner?! ✔
But what about wine for that steak dinner? ✔
This small, but mighty, market has everything you need!
40 locals recommend
Snow Mountain Market
323 Vermont Rte 100The best market for miles! This place hits that sweet spot where the convenience store, local market, and gourmet grocery intersect. Great stock with tons of gluten-free and plant-based options.
Looking to stock up on beer? ✔
Grab a sandwich for the road? ✔
Ran out of milk for morning coffee? ✔
Forgot to get a local VT gift for a friend? ✔
Steaks for dinner?! ✔
But what about wine for that steak dinner? ✔
This small, but mighty, market has everything you need!
Just thinking about Sticky Fingers Bakery makes me want one of their fresh cinnamon buns (Best in Vermont!). The pastries are made from scratch daily and availability changes by the minute. If you want something specific, we recommend calling ahead. You can even order the day before to make sure they have what you want.
Gluten-free? They have something for you too, this is Vermont after all! Don't miss the Crème Brule or Flourless Chocolate Cake.
91 locals recommend
Sticky Fingers Bakery
210 Vermont Rte 100Just thinking about Sticky Fingers Bakery makes me want one of their fresh cinnamon buns (Best in Vermont!). The pastries are made from scratch daily and availability changes by the minute. If you want something specific, we recommend calling ahead. You can even order the day before to make sure they have what you want.
Gluten-free? They have something for you too, this is Vermont after all! Don't miss the Crème Brule or Flourless Chocolate Cake.
Looking for your classic small-town diner? This is the place. Highly recommended for solid breakfast and brunch staples.
57 locals recommend
Dots of Dover
2 Mountain Park PlazaLooking for your classic small-town diner? This is the place. Highly recommended for solid breakfast and brunch staples.
Barely 5 minutes away, this casual brewery is an easy place to hang out for a drink and a sandwich. They have classic family-friendly bar games like Jenga.
92 locals recommend
Snow Republic Brewery
33 Vermont Rte 100Barely 5 minutes away, this casual brewery is an easy place to hang out for a drink and a sandwich. They have classic family-friendly bar games like Jenga.
Great food and drinks at reasonable prices. With live music and a full arcade, you can spend the whole night having a blast!
129 locals recommend
The Last Chair Bar & Grill
267 Vermont Rte 100Great food and drinks at reasonable prices. With live music and a full arcade, you can spend the whole night having a blast!
Local Towns
If you're a history buff, this town is full of Vermont-specific historic landmarks and museums. They also have a great local bookstore and an unusually high number of candy stores.
61 locals recommend
Bennington
If you're a history buff, this town is full of Vermont-specific historic landmarks and museums. They also have a great local bookstore and an unusually high number of candy stores.
This is the closest walkable downtown area. It has many restaurants, the most fully-stocked grocery store, and the cutest country gift stores.
100 locals recommend
Wilmington
This is the closest walkable downtown area. It has many restaurants, the most fully-stocked grocery store, and the cutest country gift stores.
This is the town with the best outlets. If you like shopping, you will definitely want to go here!
228 locals recommend
Manchester
This is the town with the best outlets. If you like shopping, you will definitely want to go here!
Groceries
Staying at an Airbnb next to Mt. Snow and you forgot to bring food from home? Don't fret, the Snow Mountain Market has all the essentials you need for your stay. It's your quick everyday shopping for a homemade sandwich, milk for your coffee, beer & wine, or some pasta to quickly cook up for the family! They also sell local Vermont maple syrup and baked goods.
40 locals recommend
Snow Mountain Market
323 Vermont Rte 100Staying at an Airbnb next to Mt. Snow and you forgot to bring food from home? Don't fret, the Snow Mountain Market has all the essentials you need for your stay. It's your quick everyday shopping for a homemade sandwich, milk for your coffee, beer & wine, or some pasta to quickly cook up for the family! They also sell local Vermont maple syrup and baked goods.
The limited section at Snow Mountain Market doesn't have what you need?! Shaw's sure does! Your typical grocery store that is fully stocked with everything you could want. Now it's no Whole Foods or Wegmans, but there is plenty here for you to enjoy your stay up in Vermont.
73 locals recommend
Shaw's
97 E Main StThe limited section at Snow Mountain Market doesn't have what you need?! Shaw's sure does! Your typical grocery store that is fully stocked with everything you could want. Now it's no Whole Foods or Wegmans, but there is plenty here for you to enjoy your stay up in Vermont.
City advice
Getting around
The MOOver is the best way to get to the mountain
While Mount Snow may have an abundance of parking, nothing is easier than taking the free shuttle right to the mountain. During the winter season, the shuttle pick-up is just up the hill and takes less than 10 minutes to get you to the mountain. Even better, it's less than a 5-minute ride on the way back!
What to pack
It's Vermont! Bring something in case it gets cold
Even during the summer months, Vermont can have a chill in the air during the evenings. Throw that light pull-over or sweater in your bag before you head out. Even a long-sleeve shirt will do the trick!
What to pack
Shoes for when you're not on the mountain
Snow boots in the winter or hiking shoes in the summer make it easy to get around the steep hills.