Bolton Valley facts for kids
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The Main Lodge at Bolton Valley Resort
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| Location | Bolton, Vermont, US |
| Nearest city | Burlington, Vermont, US (21 miles) |
| Coordinates | 44°25′11″N 72°51′00″W / 44.419621°N 72.849998°W |
| Vertical | 1,625 feet (495 m) |
| Top elevation | 3,150 feet (960 m) |
| Base elevation | 1,446 feet (441 m) |
| Skiable area | 165 acres (0.67 km2) |
| Runs | 71 |
| Lift system | 6 Lifts; 2 quads, 3 doubles, 1 rope tow |
| Terrain parks | 3 |
| Night skiing | 12 trails |
| Website | Bolton Valley Resort |
Bolton Valley is a fun ski resort located in the town of Bolton, Vermont, in the United States. It's not far from Burlington, which is the biggest city in Vermont. This resort is a great place for families and friends to enjoy skiing and snowboarding.
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History of Bolton Valley
Bolton Valley was started in 1966 by Ralph DesLauriers and his father. It quickly became a popular place for families to visit. Two famous skiers, Rob and Eric DesLauriers, grew up here and later starred in many ski movies. Their brother Adam also joined them in creating a film company.
Over the years, Bolton Valley had a few different owners and faced some challenges. But things got better under new leaders. In 2017, the original founder, Ralph DesLauriers, bought the resort back with his family. Now, Ralph and his children are running Bolton Valley again, bringing it back to its roots.
Bolton Valley Today
Today, Bolton Valley has lots of ways to get around the mountain. It has two quad chairlifts, three double chairlifts, and one rope tow. If you need ski or snowboard gear, you can rent it right at the main lodge. They also offer lessons if you want to learn or improve your skills. Plus, there are special after-school programs for students from certain schools, offering great deals.
Mountain Facts
Bolton Valley has some impressive numbers:
- Vertical drop: 1,704 ft (519 m) (This is the difference in height from the top of the mountain to the bottom!)
- Trails: 71 different trails to explore
- Skiable area: 165 acres (668,000 m²) of slopes
- Lifts: 2 quads, 3 doubles, and 1 rope tow
Night Skiing Fun
One cool thing about Bolton Valley is that you can ski even after the sun goes down! They have 12 trails that are lit up for night skiing. This means you can keep having fun on the slopes long into the evening.
Nordic Skiing Adventures
If you like cross-country skiing, Bolton Valley has a huge area for that too. They have 100 kilometres (100,000 m) of trails for nordic skiing, and 35 kilometres (35,000 m) of these trails are groomed, which means they are specially prepared for a smooth ride.
Westward Views
Bolton Valley is special because it's one of the few ski areas in Vermont that faces west. This can sometimes mean different snow conditions or views compared to other mountains.
Wind Turbine Power
In 2009, Bolton Valley installed a large wind turbine near the top of the Vista Quad chairlift. This turbine helps create electricity for the resort using wind power. It was expected to produce a lot of electricity, showing Bolton Valley's commitment to using clean energy.
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Vista Quad at the summit.
