The Scene
Rescued from bankruptcy several years ago, Ascutney has found a successful niche as a big hit with families for its value and friendly atmosphere. But if you want a big mountain and big mountains of snow, this isn't it.
The Slopes
It offers a good mix of intermediate and novice runs, along with some expert runs. All trails are immaculately groomed, making for a low-stress, uncrowded experience. The resort has spent millions recently upgrading its snow-making from 70 to 95 percent coverage, adding five new trails, installing a high-speed quad lift and increasing its vertical drop from 1,530 to 1,800.
Vital Stats
Vertical Drop: 1,800 feet
Base Elevation: 720 feet
Top Elevation: 2,520 feet
Trails: 56
Lifts: 6
Skiable Acres: 150
Beginner Terrain: 30 percent
Intermediate Terrain: 40 percent
Expert Terrain: 30 percent
Snowboarding: Full facilities