Bolton Valley, Vermont travel guide: things to do, food & where to stay

Overview

Bolton Valley is a town and ski resort in Chittenden County, Vermont.

2 things to do · 2 places to eat · 1 places to stay

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Best things about Bolton Valley

Bolton Valley Ski Resort

It's one of the smaller ski resorts in Vermont, but it is the closest to Burlington. There are six lifts and more than 70 trails.

The Ponds at Bolton Valley

A wedding venue; their website recommends booking well in advance.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 78°F; winter lows dip to about 7°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jul and Jun. (climate data from nearby Montpelier)

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
BTV Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport, Burlington — 15 mi away. Directions
PBG Plattsburgh International Airport, Plattsburgh — 34 mi away. Directions
ALB Albany International Airport, Albany — 125 mi away (major hub). Directions

Bolton Valley Access Rd connects Bolton with the ski resort. It connects with US-2, but not I-89.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

Morning Bolton Valley Ski Resort
Lunch James Moore Tavern
Afternoon The Ponds at Bolton Valley
Dinner Fireside Flatbread

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

What to ask about, for your diet

Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder

Map

Every listing with a location. Tap a pin for its Google Maps link.

Understand

The town, a couple miles to the south, is known as Bolton.

Get in

Bolton Valley Access Rd connects Bolton with the ski resort. It connects with US-2, but not I-89.

Do

There are several hiking areas on Duxbury Rd, on the south side of the Winooski River in Bolton. Turn south on Cochran Rd from US-2, and then onto Duxbury Rd after you cross the river.