First Timers Guide
Plan the perfect vacation or an unforgettable day trip at Smuggs!
First Timers, Start Your Adventure Here!
Welcome to your ultimate guide for planning the perfect vacation or an unforgettable day trip at Smuggs! Whether you’re visiting for the first time or just need a refresher, this guide is your one-stop resource for everything you need to know. From choosing the best time to visit and finding the perfect accommodations to exploring our wide range of activities and dining options, we’ve got you covered. Discover how to make the most of your time at Smuggs, creating lasting memories with every moment.
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The Big Smuggle
Join a thrilling family race through Smugglers’ Notch Resort! Navigate challenge stations, gather gold bullion, and outpace rivals. Expect wet fun – sneakers are a good choice!
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Bound by Nature
In this family wilderness survival workshop, you’ll learn fire building, water and food gathering, and shelter making.
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E-Bike Guided Tours
Join our expert guides for a 2-hour electric bike tour on Vermont’s Smuggs MTB Trail Network.
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High Adventure Specialty Program
Embark on a High Adventure! For kids aged 10 to 15, Monday through Friday is all about thrilling adventures and discovering new passions.
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Llama Treks
Enjoy a hike and picnic with the Northern Vermont Llama Company around Smugglers’ Notch, where llamas carry your provisions, complemented by Ben & Jerry’s ice cream.
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Tie-Dye Smuggs Style
Join our staff for a 60’s inspired tie-dye blast. Swirl and style your own Smuggs t-shirt as a keepsake of your family vacation.
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SummerAll AgesVermont Country Fair
Experience a night of family fun on the Village Green, filled with games, races, food, and music hosted by Jammin’ Sam.
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Vinyasa Flow Yoga
Vinyasa Flow yoga focuses on smoothly transitioning between postures in a sequence, guided by controlled and intentional breathing.
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SummerAll AgesMarko’s Summer Family Magic Show
Experience the enchantment of Marko’s Family Magic Show, a delightful performance filled with amazing illusions and fun for all ages!
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SummerChoose Your Own Adventure Camp
Kids can choose Sports & Games, Arts & Crafts, or Nature & Science, blending unique activities with camp favorites to inspire curiosity, confidence, and fun!
Plan Your Adventure
Planning Your Trip: Begin by deciding when you want to visit Smuggs. Each season offers its own unique experiences. Enjoy skiing and snowboarding in the winter, or explore hiking and outdoor adventures in the summer. Choose your travel dates based on your interests and preferences to make the most of your stay.
Accommodations: Smugglers’ Notch provides a wide range of lodging options to fit every budget and group size, from cozy condos to spacious townhomes. Visit our website or talk to one of our vacation planners to find the perfect place for your stay.
Activities: After booking your stay, explore the variety of activities and attractions available at Smuggs. Whether you’re into skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, or just relaxing by the pool, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Children’s Programs: Traveling with kids? Discover why Smugglers’ Notch is famous for its outstanding children’s programs. We offer ski and snowboard lessons, daycare services, age-specific activities, and specialty camps. With a variety of options to keep kids entertained and engaged, your little ones, tweens and teens will have just as much fun as you do!
Dining Options: At Smugglers’ Notch, we offer a variety of dining experiences to satisfy every palate. Enjoy casual eateries, family-friendly restaurants, and upscale dining options, each serving delicious local cuisine. Don’t miss the chance to indulge in our flavorful and diverse menu selections during your stay!
Exploring the Area: While you’re here, immerse yourself in the adventure and charm of Vermont. Discover quaint small towns, historic sites, and scenic drives that showcase the state’s natural beauty. Dive into outdoor adventures like hiking, biking, and exploring hidden gems beyond the Resort. There’s always something exciting to see and do!
Helpful Vacation Hints
Vermont Route 108 over Smugglers’ Notch Pass is closed for the winter from mid-October through mid-May.
Enter Smugglers’ Notch Resort, 4323 Vermont Route 108 South, Jeffersonville, VT 05464, into your navigation system. Be aware that during winter, many GPS services might mistakenly direct you through the closed Smugglers’ Notch Pass; instead, please follow our specific winter travel directions.
Be sure to bring a bathing suit for poolside fun, socks for the Ozone, sneakers for the Go Zone at FunZone 2.0, hiking boots for the trails, and pool towels. 3 Mountain Outfitters and the Country Store have you covered if you need anything else.
Check-in starts at 5:00 p.m. on the day of your arrival. Park in the main parking lot and visit our Guest Service Desk to start your adventure!
We want you to stay, but please check out by 10:00 am on your departure day. Need a little extra time? Call our Guest Services team to inquire if a late check-out is possible.
For up-to-date information on Smuggs activities, weather alerts, or special events, text SMUGGS to 855-421-2279.
The wireless network (SmuggsWifi) is available in our Vacation homes and many Resort facilities, and it is included in our Resort Fee and Vacation Package service charges. Without these, fees are $20 for one day and $40 for one week for up to 10 devices per home, with additional devices available for a fee.
Register your devices with your Smugglers’ reservation number to use the service, found on your itinerary in your Welcome Packet. Once registered, devices will automatically access the service for the duration of the account.
If your browser doesn’t direct you to the WiFi registration page (smuggs-wifi.net), contact the WiFi Technical Help Desk at ext. 5100 (from your Village Home) or 802-335-1001 (from your cell phone). Use the Request Help link on the Registration or Welcome pages for other assistance.
WiFi access is also available in FunZone 2.0, Morse Mountain Grille & Pub, The Village Pizzeria, Green Mountain Deli, Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shop, Bootleggers’ Lounge, and the Madonna/Sterling Base Lodge.
The service supports 802.11b and 802.11g wireless standards and major VPN Clients: VPN Pass-through and VPN NAT traversal-type connections.
Your Day is Here!
Navigate Your Way to Fun and Adventure
There is a ton of ground to cover between 3 BIG mountains to explore in the winter and 8 heated pools, 3 waterslides, and 2 fresh water reservoirs in the summer.
Smugglers’ Notch offers two main base areas, each with a lodge. Beginner and intermediate skiers and snowboarders can start their adventure at the base of Morse Mountain, located in the heart of the Village. For those who are more advanced, the base of Sterling & Madonna Mountains provides the perfect launch point for their day on the slopes. If you require rental equipment, be sure to stop by the 3 Mountain Equipment Rental Shop located in the Resort Village at the base of Morse Mountain.
A Notch Card is required for all ticket and pass purchases. This RFID card can be picked up at the Ski & Ride Desk located in the guest registration building at the base of Morse Mountain or the Madonna/Sterling Ticket Booth.
Daycation products can be picked up at the Activities Desk, conveniently located in the Resort Village guest registration building in both summer and winter.
Once you arrive at the Resort, you can park your car and let us handle the driving! We offer an on-demand shuttle service for all your in-resort transportation needs. During winter, our Upper Mountain Shuttle is dedicated to transporting skiers and riders between the Welcome Sign in the Village and the upper mountains.
![💫 WORLD’S BEST 💫
We’ve done it again! Both of our disc golf courses ranked among the top 10 in the world!
“Brewster [Ridge] is the wooded counterpart to its more open sibling course at the same resort, Fox Run Meadows. Both courses rank near the top of the World’s Best Disc Golf Courses year in and year out, making Smugglers’ Notch Resort one of the best disc golf destinations on the planet.” - @udiscapp
Opening Day is just around the corner - Grab your membership and book your tee time at the link in our bio!](https://www.smuggs.com/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
