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      Prospect Mountain maintains more than 30 kilometers of trails. When the snow falls, the trails are expertly groomed for both skating and classical cross-country skiing. Most trails have tracks set on either side with a wide skating lane in the center. There are also special snowshoeing and single-track trails. We have trails from beginner to expert. The Mountain Trail is popular with experts looking to climb more than 400 feet to the top of the mountain. After enjoying the view into the valley below, get ready for several kilometers of downhill fun

      Prospect welcomes skiers who want to skin up the mountain and ski down the former alpine trails. Even though you are not using the cross country trails, we do request that you buy a day pass. This helps us support the plowing of the parking lot and mowing those downhill trails in the off season.

      Private and semi-private lessons are available by apointment. Call (802)442-2575.

      In 2018 Prospect Mountain came under the management of the Prospect Mountain Association (PMA), a Not-for-profit 501(c)3 made up of volunteer members to help steer the future of Prospect.

      Base Lodge

      The Base Lodge at Prospect Mountain offers a comfortable and inviting place to relax and recharge. The spacious lodge has a country atmosphere with a large stone fireplace, woodstove, and big windows to enjoy the view of Vermont’s scenery. The lodge restaurant serves everything from hearty meals to light snacks. The menu includes foods to satisfy our gourmet, vegetarian, and health conscious customers.

      The Base Lodge and Ski Shop are generally open every day in season from 9-5 (or until night fall).

      The beautiful, rustic Prospect lodge is available for rent for weddings and other functions. See our Weddings & Lodge Rental page for more details.
      source: Prospect Mountain Website
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      Access Info:
      Prospect Mountain is the closest Vermont ski area to NYC.

      Prospect Mountain is located on Route 9 in Woodford, Vermont. The small town of Woodford, which is just 7 miles east of Bennington, has the highest elevation above sea level of any town or city in the state of Vermont. The base elevation of Prospect Mtn. X-C Ski Area is 2250′. This is the highest base elevation of any alpine or cross-country ski area in the state.

      You can reach Prospect Mountain from all points west through Bennington, which is in the southwest corner of Vermont. Simply head east on Main Street which turns into Route 9. After climbing the hill, you’ll see Prospect on your right. From the east, take exit 2 off of I-91 in Brattleboro. Travel west on Route 9 towards Wilmington. Go straight through Wilmington and continue west on Route 9 for about 14 miles. Prospect Mountain Cross-Country Ski Center will be on your left. Prospect Mountain is the closest Vermont ski area to NYC.
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      Region Details
      57 nordic ski trails

      Region Status
      Open as of Dec 4, 2021
      Local Trail Association

      Nordic Ski Stats

      State Ranking
      #1,420
      Trails (view details)
      57
      Trails Snowmobile
      2
      Trails Snowshoe
      55
      Trails Backcountry Ski
      7
      Trails Nordic Ski
      57
      Total Distance
      20 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      8 miles
      Total Descent
      3,366 ft
      Total Vertical
      715 ft
      Reports
      60
      Ridden Counter
      949

      Popular Prospect Mountain Ski Area Trails

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      Workout w
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      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      • 0 skis
      Yesterday
      • 2 skis
      Past Week
      • 5 skis

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Mar 5, 2023 @ 5:37am
      Mar 5, 2023
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      Dec 4, 2021 @ 11:21am
      Dec 4, 2021
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      Dec 4, 2021 @ 11:21am
      Dec 4, 2021
      		 Snow Groomed Come ski - check grooming status on websiteWillieJacobsz TRAILFORKS
      Lodge w
      Dec 4, 2021 @ 11:21am
      Dec 4, 2021
      		 Snow Groomed Come ski - check grooming status on websiteWillieJacobsz TRAILFORKS
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      Dec 4, 2021 @ 11:21am
      Dec 4, 2021
      		 Snow Groomed Come ski - check grooming status on websiteWillieJacobsz TRAILFORKS
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      Dec 4, 2021 @ 11:21am
      Dec 4, 2021
      		 Snow Groomed Come ski - check grooming status on websiteWillieJacobsz TRAILFORKS
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      Dec 4, 2021 @ 11:21am
      Dec 4, 2021
      		 Snow Groomed Come ski - check grooming status on websiteWillieJacobsz TRAILFORKS
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      Dec 4, 2021 @ 11:21am
      Dec 4, 2021
      		 Snow Groomed Come ski - check grooming status on websiteWillieJacobsz TRAILFORKS
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      Dec 4, 2021 @ 11:21am
      Dec 4, 2021
      		 Snow Groomed Come ski - check grooming status on websiteWillieJacobsz TRAILFORKS
      Prospect Access Road
      Dec 4, 2021 @ 11:21am
      Dec 4, 2021
      		 Snow Groomed Come ski - check grooming status on websiteWillieJacobsz TRAILFORKS

      Activity Feed

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      user #2541817GregVHaddreportDanish Delight
      Mar 5, 2023 @ 5:40pm
      Mar 5, 2023
      user #3212816JuanipyYrEwishlisttrailSeth Warner and 1 more
      Oct 20, 2022 @ 5:36pm
      Oct 20, 2022
      user #1309489WillieJacobszaddreport1/3rd and 58 more
      Dec 4, 2021 @ 11:21am
      Dec 4, 2021
      user #1309489WillieJacobszvotetrailWoodpecker and 20 more
      Dec 4, 2021 @ 10:13am
      Dec 4, 2021
      user #1309489WillieJacobszaddtrailLiftline and 14 more
      Dec 4, 2021 @ 8:27am
      Dec 4, 2021

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      Activity Type Stats

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      Snowmobile23 miles259 ft1 mile194 ft
      		1
      Snowshoe5517 miles3,107 ft7 miles643 ft
      		#1,608601
      Backcountry Ski73 miles2,031 ft2 miles574 ft
      		19
      Nordic Ski5720 miles3,366 ft8 miles715 ft
      		#1,42060173
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