📷 Jay Peak
North America
Jay Peak
Opens November 27, 2026
Best months to book: February, March, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Opens Nov 27
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Jay Peak opens November 27, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February40cm avg · last season 34.4
- #2March39cm avg · last season 28.7
- #3January43cm avg
Best weeks to book
- #1 22 Feb – 28 Feb · last season 34.4
- #2 22 Mar – 28 Mar · last season 34.7
- #3 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 33.9
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Fri, Oct 30, 10:04 PM UTC
Terrain
Opens Nov 27
Opens November 27, 2026
81 runs · 9 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
Updated Oct 30 at 10:04 PM
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro
No measurement at mid height (859m) reached us: past snow shown is the model's estimate at the summit.
Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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About Jay Peak
Jay Peak is a ski resort located in northern Vermont, close to the Canadian border, offering over 385 acres of skiable terrain and the most natural snowfall in the East. The resort features a variety of trails for all abilities, a year-round indoor waterpark, an ice arena, and a golf course, creating a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere. Signature experiences include glade skiing, the Aerial Tramway, and a lively après-ski scene, making Jay Peak stand out for its diverse amenities and authentic mountain environment.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Jay Peak
- Where is Jay Peak?
- Jay Peak is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Jay Peak?
- Jay Peak runs from a base elevation of 553 m (1,814 ft) to a summit of 1,209 m (3,967 ft), giving a vertical drop of 656 m (2,152 ft).
- How big is Jay Peak?
- Jay Peak has 385 acres (156 hectares) of skiable terrain, 81 marked runs and 9 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Jay Peak?
- Jay Peak is on the Indy Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Jay Peak?
- Jay Peak typically operates from November to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Jay Peak get in a typical season?
- Jay Peak averages 347 inches / 881 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Jay Peak in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #298 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier D · strong-event signal -6% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Jay Peak averaged -6% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Not a warning — a scheduling note. El Niño winters here tend to start slower and reward the late-winter core, when the base peaks and the El Niño headlines have pushed the crowds elsewhere. Aim February–March for winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 -1%, '15-16 -36%, '23-24 +19%.
