Goat Trail, Stowe: Is It New England's Toughest Ski Run? Find Out!

Are you seeking the ultimate test of your skiing prowess, a run that will challenge your skills and leave you breathless? Then look no further than the legendary Goat trail at Stowe Mountain Resort, a descent so demanding it separates the experts from the merely proficient.

Located in the heart of Vermont's Green Mountains, Stowe has long been revered as "the Aspen of the East," a picturesque and luxurious ski town offering an abundance of scenic trails. But among Stowe's many attractions, the Goat trail stands out as a true rite of passage for advanced skiers. With an average pitch of 36 degrees and a vertical drop exceeding 2,000 feet, this narrow, winding trail is not for the faint of heart. Prepare to navigate a relentless gauntlet of moguls, ledges, boulders, and even streams, all while maintaining control on a relentlessly steep slope. The upper sections are notoriously icy and rocky, demanding constant vigilance and precise technique. For those daring enough to venture off-piste, an entrance to the glades awaits at the very beginning of the run, offering an even more challenging experience, especially near the top of upper Goat. And near the bottom, the infamous double fall line awaits, ready to test even the most seasoned veterans.

Category Information
Trail Name Goat
Location Stowe Mountain Resort, Vermont
Difficulty Expert
Average Pitch 36 degrees
Vertical Drop Over 2,000 feet
Terrain Features Moguls, ledges, boulders, streams, narrow and winding trail, icy sections, glades access
Signature Challenge Double Fall Line near the bottom
Nearby Trails Lift Line, National, Starr, Lookout (part of Stowe's "Front Four/Five")
Resort Information Stowe Mountain Resort offers scenic trails for both winter and summer activities.
Related Activities Skiing, snowboarding, glade skiing
Access Information Take the quad to the top and head down, from skiers left to right, to access Goat.
Glades Information Entrance to the glades is available at the very beginning of the run. Glades are more challenging at the top of upper Goat.
Additional Notes Often considered one of the most challenging runs in New England.
External Link Stowe Mountain Resort Official Website
Stowe Mountain, VT Skiing Goat YouTube

Stowe Mountain, VT Skiing Goat YouTube

TR Unofficial Opening Weekend at Stowe 2009 2010 (UPDATED) Famous

TR Unofficial Opening Weekend at Stowe 2009 2010 (UPDATED) Famous

Stowe Goat and National Glades on a Powder Morning YouTube

Stowe Goat and National Glades on a Powder Morning YouTube

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