About Trapp Family Lodge Outdoor Center
The Trapp Family Lodge Outdoor Center operates the oldest and largest cross-country ski centre in the United States, spread across 2,500 acres of the Green Mountains with over 60 km of groomed and tracked trails. Founded by the von Trapp family — yes, the family that inspired The Sound of Music — the centre carries a legacy that extends far beyond its famous name. The property's rolling meadows, birch forests, and mountain vistas create a Nordic skiing environment that rivals anything in Scandinavia.
Equipment rentals include classic and skate cross-country skis, snowshoes, and backcountry touring gear, all properly sized and fitted by staff who are passionate Nordic skiers themselves. Trail passes are required to access the groomed network, and the centre maintains conditions daily using professional grooming equipment — the track quality is consistently excellent, which is a real differentiator for experienced Nordic skiers who notice these details. The trail network connects to another 100 km of Stowe-area paths, opening up multi-hour or full-day touring options for ambitious cross-country enthusiasts.
A ski to the remote Slayton Pasture Cabin for a bowl of hot soup is a quintessential Vermont winter experience that visitors remember long after they leave. The cabin sits at the end of a scenic trail through open meadows with views of Mount Mansfield, and the combination of physical effort, quiet wilderness, and a warm meal at the finish makes it one of Stowe's most beloved outings. In summer, the centre offers mountain biking, hiking, and disc golf across the same scenic property. For visitors who want to experience the gentler, more contemplative side of winter sports in a setting of extraordinary natural beauty, the Trapp Family Lodge Outdoor Center is without equal in New England.
