📷 Mad River Glen
North America
Mad River Glen
Projected to open December 13, 2026
Best months to book: February, March, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Dec 13
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Mad River Glen is projected to open December 13, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February36cm avg · last season 32.7
- #2March35cm avg · last season 24
- #3January35cm avg
Best weeks to book
- #1 22 Feb – 28 Feb · last season 32.7
- #2 15 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 30.4
- #3 22 Mar – 28 Mar · last season 26.3
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, 10:05 PM UTC
Terrain
Projected to open Dec 13
Projected to open December 13, 2026
53 runs · 5 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
Snow Summary
Updated Oct 30 at 10:05 PM
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.Unlock with Pro
No measurement at mid height (825m) 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 Mad River Glen
Mad River Glen is a historic ski area located in Fayston, Vermont, renowned for its natural snow, challenging terrain, and cooperative ownership model. The resort features over 2,000 vertical feet of skiing, a single-chair lift, and a focus on preserving a classic New England ski experience. Known for its rugged trails and commitment to natural conditions, Mad River Glen offers a unique, community-oriented atmosphere that appeals to dedicated skiers seeking an authentic mountain environment.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Mad River Glen
- Where is Mad River Glen?
- Mad River Glen is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Mad River Glen?
- Mad River Glen runs from a base elevation of 491 m (1,611 ft) to a summit of 1,158 m (3,799 ft), giving a vertical drop of 667 m (2,188 ft).
- How big is Mad River Glen?
- Mad River Glen has 115 acres (47 hectares) of skiable terrain, 53 marked runs and 5 lifts.
- When is ski season at Mad River Glen?
- Mad River Glen typically operates from December 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 Mad River Glen get in a typical season?
- Mad River Glen averages 228 inches / 579 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Mad River Glen in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #259 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier D · strong-event signal -3% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Mad River Glen averaged -3% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. Historically this is a timing play rather than a reason to stay home: aim for late winter (February–March) in winter 2026-27. Analog winters: '97-98 +5%, '15-16 -56%, '23-24 +41%. A pattern, not a promise.
