3,967'
Summit elevation
The high point for summit-to-base laps on Pike, 49er, Summit Glades, and Upper KA.
Pico Mountain stats
Big Mountain Numbers, Small Mountain Feel
Pico gives condo guests the good stuff: nearly 2,000 feet of vertical, a real summit-to-base trail network, and a base area that keeps ski days refreshingly simple.
2,000'
Base elevation
Village Square, the base lodge, rentals, lessons, and condo access all sit close together.
1,967'
Vertical drop
Enough vertical to make Pico feel like a full mountain 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
Pico is not a tiny feeder hill. The trail count, summit elevation, and vertical drop make it a standalone ski destination, especially when your group can stay close enough to reset at the condo.
19
Trail miles
58
Total trails
Published Difficulty Mix
Easier
10 trails
18%
More difficult
26 trails
46%
Most difficult
21 trails
36%
Lifts and snow
How Pico Moves and Holds Snow
Two bigger 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
7 lifts listedSummit Express Quad6,160'
Golden Express Quad4,400'
Little Pico Triple2,090'
Knomes Knoll Triple1,643'
Outpost Double1,642'
Bonanza Rope Tow400'
Bonanza Double530'
Guest planning guide
Classic Pico Runs to Know
These are the names guests tend to remember when Pico clicks: long summit laps, family-friendly lower terrain, and enough steeper pockets to keep the stronger skiers happy.
- Choose Pico when you want meaningful 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, which makes it an easy anchor for a classic 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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