3,967'
Summit elevation
The high point for summit-to-base laps on Pike, 49er, Summit Glades, and Upper KA.
Pico Mountain stats
Pico Mountain Stats and Trail Guide
Checked October 3, 2026
Get to know Pico: nearly 2,000 feet of vertical, summit-to-base runs, and a compact base area close to your condo.
2,000'
Base elevation
Village Square, the base lodge, rentals, lessons, and condo access all sit close together.
1,967'
Vertical drop
Enough vertical for full ski days without the bigger-resort rush.
468
Skiable acres
A compact, classic Vermont layout with summit trails, cruisers, glades, and learning terrain.
Trail stats
Terrain That Fits a Full Weekend
Source: Pico Mountain's published mountain statistics, checked October 3, 2026. These describe the mountain, not today's open terrain.
Plan your trip around Pico, from lower-mountain learning terrain to summit runs and glades. A condo near the base puts lunch breaks and end-of-day downtime close by.
19
Trail miles
58
Total trails
Published Difficulty Mix
Pico publishes 58 total trails, but its difficulty counts (10 easier, 26 more difficult, and 21 most difficult) add up to 57. We show the published figures rather than guess which category contains the remaining trail.
Easier
10 trails
18%
More difficult
26 trails
46%
Most difficult
21 trails
36%
Lifts and snow
Lifts, Snow, and Day Planning
Two quad routes, lower-mountain learning lifts, and Outpost terrain create a mountain that can feel relaxed while still giving repeat guests room to explore.
250 in
Average annual natural snowfall
75%
Snowmaking coverage
Lift Inventory
Published lift lengthsSummit Express Quad6,160 ft
Golden Express Quad4,400 ft
Little Pico Triple2,090 ft
Knomes Knoll Triple1,643 ft
Outpost Double1,642 ft
Bonanza Rope Tow400 ft
Bonanza Double530 ft
Guest planning guide
Classic Pico Runs to Know
Explore long summit runs, gentle learning terrain, and steeper trails and glades. Check the trail map and current conditions to choose runs that suit your group.
- Choose Pico when you want nearly 2,000 feet of vertical and a simpler base-area routine.
- Book close to the mountain if your group includes kids, beginners, or anyone who likes mid-day condo breaks.
- Use the live webcams and trail status before committing to summit laps, lessons, or a gentler Golden Express day.
First turns
Bonanza Learning Area keeps new skiers and riders in their own low-pressure zone with gentle terrain close to the base.
Signature long run
Pike runs more than a mile from the summit toward the base lodge. It is a signature summit-to-base run for your Pico day.
Summit variety
49er, Summit Glades, Upper KA, and Sunset 71 give stronger skiers a mix of open blue laps and winding black diamond routes.
Steeps and trees
Giant Killer is the double-black gut check, while Doozie, Outlaw, and Birch Woods are names to know for tree skiing.
Cruisers and parks
Fool's Gold, Prospector, and Gold Rush are natural cruiser picks, with Prospector and Panhandler adding freestyle terrain.
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