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5. Smugglers’ Notch, Vermont

Another contribution from the East Coast comes in the form of Smugglers’ Notch. This Vermont tree-skiing haven features numerous glades to peruse. Black Hole, which Smugglers’ Notch rates as a triple black diamond, is a toughie that’s skiable from the Madonna I lift. Once you’ve cleared that trail, cool down with the more mellow (but still quite challenging) tree-skiing found in Doc Dempsey’s Glades. And as with other East Coast hills, don’t rely on the trail map alone. Some of the best tree-skiing stashes at Smugglers’ Notch aren’t on the map—you’ll have to discover them yourself. Read more…