As the chill creeps into the air and the trees are almost done showing off their colors, our Mountain Ops team is already in winter mode. Brush cutting is underway, lifts are getting prepped, and snowmaking systems are nearing go-time. It’s quiet on the mountain—but behind the scenes, we’re full speed ahead. We will be […]
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Hey Smugglers! Help us become one of the Ten Best for USA TODAY. Smuggs is currently nominated in two categories – Best Ski Resort and Best Ski School. Please visit online and vote! Voting is live now and will be open for the next four weeks, you can submit one vote per category per day. […]
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Foliage Report:Good news, it’s still happening. Better news, the recently littered leaves on the ground have added another layer of foliage splendor. The best news, Smuggs is positioned right in the heart of it all. We are looking forward to having all of you here for this holiday weekend, and there’s nothing like enjoying a […]
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Love to Ski Groomers? 8 Resorts Known for Their Blue Cruisers. Here’s where you can set an edge on the freshest corduroy, plus tips to take your carve to the next level. Read more on skimag.com Best Resorts To Ski Groomers Most people think of Smuggs as either a great family vacation or home to […]
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MOUNTAIN SCORE #6 in New Hampshire 49 #116 Overall WRITTEN REVIEW MOUNTAIN STATS CATEGORY BREAKDOWN See our criteria 4 Snow: 5 Resiliency: 2 Size: 3 Terrain Diversity: 3 Challenge: 6 Lifts: 7 Crowd Flow: 6 Facilities: 7 Navigation: 5 Mountain Aesthetic: GOOD TO KNOW 1-Day Ticket: $65-$105 Pass Affiliation: None On-site Lodging: No Après-ski: […]
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The Village is hopping, the leaves are popping, and the weather is just right. I was chatting with a fellow foliage reporter yesterday, and we came to the conclusion that there’s really no wrong way to enjoy leaf peeping, besides maybe going blindfolded. So, find a road or trail less traveled, bring a snack and […]
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Background For a short window this October, Ikon Pass holders will be able to offer their friends and family special discounted tickets, as per the pass issuer. From October 9-30, 2025, passholders can share discounted lift tickets of up to 50% off window rates, an increase from the usual 25%, at select Ikon […]
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The new HEAD Kaliber boot is the epitome of personalised precision. Designed to maximise the potential of BOA® closure technology, it delivers both comfort and control. Available in multiple flex options (130, 110, and 105W), the Kaliber balances performance with accessibility in a sleek, modern package. Key Specs & Features Flex Options: 130, 110, 105W […]
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Yesterday, Caleb (our social media manager) and I went for a local drive to take in the nearly peak colors in our quaint little valley. We took off from Smuggs and drove up Desjardins Road, a small dirt road that parallels Route 108 South, heading up into the notch. This road offers a peak-a-boo view […]
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Resorts like Mount Hood Meadows are at risk of a complete shutdown within the next 12-18 months due to an escalating liability crisis. Background When it comes to the last 12 months, developments for Vail Resorts have not been decidedly what one might call good. But within the past few weeks, the news […]
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