Some folks in southern Vermont have a “tragic” nickname for Magic Mountain because they think the 135-acre ski area—which has suffered closures and sketchy management in the past—deserves better. But last summer, loyalists came together to buy the mountain and run it as a cooperative, similar to Mad River Glen. Their intent: to keep the legitimate steeps and trees open and spruce up the ski area’s infrastructure and snowmaking. Now the only thing tragic about this mountain, located in Londonderry, would be passing by it on a powder day.

A new base village and a growing emphasis on steep, powder-stuffed glades have made Sugarbush one of Vermont’s top resorts. The ski area offers 111 trails, served by 16 lifts, spread across three peaks, each with its own distinct flavor. For manicured steeps and fat bumps, hit Lincoln Peak. For no-bullshit, rowdy terrain, schralp Castlerock. For underutilized glades and meandering cruisers, there’s always Mount Ellen. Here’s how to make the most of all three.

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The development of a new water park will provide jobs and year round business to suffering Vermont towns.

Looking for something to do this Memorial Day Weekend? Head for the hills! Sunshine, live music, parties... and even some skiing.

Get dibs on freshies at Sugarbush this spring.

The Stowe Derby—the Northeast’s oldest and perhaps craziest downhill cross-country ski race—turns 65. The race is taking place Sunday, February 28. Here's why you should sign up, from someone who's competed in it.

Don't let the quaint New England charm fool you. Stowe can be one of the toughest mountains in the country.

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