Welcome to fall at Smuggs! Well, technically it’s still summer, but our hours and programming have shifted into their autumn colors, fueled by pumpkin spice and the anticipation of our annual foliage spectacular. This time of year presents incredible opportunities for exploration and adventure. With cooler temps and the lowering sun, enjoyable activities include e-biking on the rail trail, paddling on our local rivers, ponds, reservoirs, or lakes, or a round of disc golf on one of our top five nationally ranked courses. Most notably, our local mountain hiking is hitting full stride. It’s also a great way to get your legs ready for the upcoming ski season. Speaking of which, did you get your season pass or Bash Badge yet? Take a peek at the Open Snow winter forecast here too… we’re loving what we’re reading!
Back to fall, NEW this season, we’re excited to announce that Smuggs is now an official foliage reporter for Vermont.com, reaching more than 250,000 seasonal webpage visitors. Our resort village sits perfectly located at the base of the much-loved Smugglers’ Notch Pass, repeatedly named one of the best places in the world to see fall foliage. Our “Views from the Notch” blog will share frequent updates on the changing colors.
If you’re not familiar with foliage stages, they’re generally classified as:
- Early – Mostly green with hints of color
- Middle – A vibrant mix of green and red
- Peak – Full blaze of autumn color
- Past – Rustic, golden tones
Each phase has its own beauty. Personally, I love Early-Middle, when the full canopy of green is dotted with brilliant red highlights, the contrast is spectacular. Locally, we often expect “peak” around the first week of October, though this year’s drier summer could mean an earlier arrival. No matter what, Mother Nature will ultimately decide when it all happens, and when you dance with her, she always leads.
Check back often for foliage reports, local event highlights, and all the latest Smuggs news. Here’s to a season full of color and adventure!
📲 Text Smuggs to 855-421-2279 for real-time alerts about weather updates, schedule changes, and more!
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