Burke Mountain

Located in northeastern Vermont, near the border with Canada, Burke Mountain is a ski resort with a clear profile towards skiing in natural terrain. The resort is especially known for its forest skiing, where sparse deciduous forest and natural fall lines provide a skiing that often feels unprepared even when the slopes are skied.

The mountain has a straight and efficient fall line from top to bottom, which provides long continuous runs without much transport. The piste selection is clearly leaning towards red and black, but there are also kinder alternatives for those who want to go all the way down at a slower pace. The off-piste skiing is easily accessible directly from the lifts and is a big reason why many more experienced skiers return to Burke.

Burke Mountain also has a strong connection to competitive skiing through Burke Mountain Academy, one of America's most well-known ski high schools, which is evident in how the slopes are used and groomed. The atmosphere is low-key and functional, with a focus on the skiing itself rather than ancillary activities. Burke is best suited for skiers who prioritize terrain, forest, and continuous skiing over a large resort selection.