We had a great time. A friend told me that the conditions over Christmas were "epic". They were not epic last weekend, but they were very good. What I liked about Sugarbush was the terrain. There was something for all abilities and the fact that the mountain never seemed crowded enough though the parking lot was full. Everyone was really friendly, and it is evident that people really like working there and take pride in what they are doing. I met a local on the chair who told me how different the current owners are from prior ones and how they are out on the mountain all the time. He then pointed down and said, "there is one of them now."

After skiing on Saturday, we went into Timbers where we had a great lunch for apres ski, and there was a terrific jazz band from the Berklee school in Boston playing. That was a real treat.

We did get over to Mount Ellen on Sunday, and there are some really nice trails there as well. We will definitely be back.

If you are an advanced intermediate to expert skier, Sugarbush is place to try your skiing ability after you have traveled to the smaller mountains in NY and Berkshires. Sugarbush is all about the terrain and the challenge which will not disappoint. New high speed quads will get you up to the mid stations but the summit chairs to each peak are older. No gondolas can be found.

Sugarbush is slowly moving toward the resort mindset but has a long way to go before competing with the likes of Stowe. Clearly the owners are making strides but it will take time, planning and investment. The climate and clientele has changed since I have been coming up here from a skier oriented to a family one. It is clear that the ski clubs in the valley have lost their preferential treatment with the mountain. I guess they forgot who kept them in operation.

On the weekends, it is recommended to ski @ Mt Ellen aka Sugarbush North. The main lodge can get congested as the south part of the mountain contains the ski school and day care services. Food is overpriced but there are no alternatives except to bring your own.

Not recommended for Après Ski or any nightlife. If that is a pre requisite in your ski weekend Sugarbush is not for you

My family used to be die-hard Stowe skiers after seasonal homes there and at Smuggs. We've skied everywhere and now find Sugarbush to be the best. Think we'll retire there!

In bad snow seasons (last year 06-07), they had amazing snowmaking/grooming gurus who kept the mountain with decent skiing all winter. Terrain is fabulous altho probably not a lot of selection for beginner skiers. Lots of trees for my kids and bumps/no bumps.

The apres ski scene could be better (tiny pub that gets super crowded) and unfortunately, there is no longer a fireplace in the main Gatehouse Lodge. But swing on over to Mt. Ellen and it's all there and always less crowded - just don't tell anyone. Never a line at Ellen.

Food is great and much better at Timbers since last year. We love the sherpas and parking lot shuttles. Staff makes the day begin / end pleasantly. We also love how the owner skis daily and can be seen assisting at the Super Bravo chair sometimes!

Been skiing at Sugarbush for 35 years and have 2 boys (7 & 10) who have learned to ski there too. The ski school is outstanding. Both kids can ski in full contol on expert trails though they prefer the woods which are totally in-bounds and outragious.

Lots of money has been recently invested in the mountain. Chairs are improved, terrain is a mix of old-school natural/ungroomed slopes plus state of the art snow making and grooming, lodge makes you feel like you are out west. Stick to the burgers or bring your own lunch though the Waffle Hut is a great treat.

Nice improvements with some new skiers but it still feels like the good olde "Bush" to me. I disagree with the reviews that the mountain has lost its feel. There is a ton of room for everyone - just relax and enjoy.

Good terrain, good snow, cool folks -- now just let it SNOW!!!!

What I love about Sugarbush is the fact that EVERYTHING is in bounds. Most resorts will slam you for hopping into the woods to explore off-piste terrain (not meaning gladed terrain). Sugarbush lets you use all of their terrain....and it's huge!
There are rarely long lift lines and the lifts get you around quickly.
I like to hit up Mt. Ellen in the morning and make some hot laps on the groomed corduroy and then head over to the Castlerock area to rip the natural terrain.
It's super sick!