Bolton Valley Resort ’ s Sports Center houses an indoor pool , hot tub and sauna , an exercise deck with treadmills , ellipticals and stationary bikes , an indoor skatepark , and a poolside lounge that serves appetizing snacks and drinks . The Bolton Valley Ski and Snowboard School offers lessons for both children and adults at all ability levels , and Bolton Valley Resort is well-known for their Backcountry Program .
For a memorable après ski experience , stop by James Moore Tavern on the top floor of the Bolton Valley Base Lodge . With a warm fireplace , stunning views , nightly culinary specials , and 18 on-tap beers , this casual and friendly pub is a welcoming haven for skiers who are celebrating a successful day on the slopes . For a flavorful taste of wood-fired heaven , head to Fireside Flatbread . Their delicious pizzas are cooked to perfection in an artisan clay oven , and are custom made to order . The Inn at Bolton Valley offers comfortable and relaxed lodging accommodations at the base of the mountain , and also houses a game room and on-site fitness center .
Burke Mountain Resort
223 Sherburne Lodge Rd ., East Burke , VT 05832
Trails : 50 Lifts : 4 Summit Elevation : 3,270 ft . Vertical Drop : 2,011 ft . Skiable Acres : 178
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Lauded by scores of online reviewers as one of the “ best kept secrets ” in Vermont ’ s ski scene , this hidden gem of Vermont ’ s Northeast Kingdom offers diverse and enjoyable trails and terrain in an absolutely breathtaking setting . Novice skiers can coast down the easy and mellow trails on the lower mountain , and more advanced riders will find a blissfullyexhilarating challenge in the steep and powdery inclines and narrow glades of the upper mountain .
Burke Mountain Resort ’ s team of ski and snowboard instructors are well-equipped to aid in the athletic development of any winter athlete . Group , private , and adaptive lessons can be booked through the resort ’ s website , and skis and snowboards are available for rental at the Burke Mountain Rental Shop , located in the Sherburne Base Lodge . After a long day of winter recreation , stop by The View Pub for some much-needed drinks and comfort food . For on-site lodging , book a room at the Burke Mountain Hotel & Conference Center .
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