Scenic Lift Rides

Get a front row seat to Vermont's superior fall foliage displays.

Bolton Valley Resort

Bolton Valley is running scenic lift rides Friday to Sunday from 10am - 5pm, Labor Day through mid-October (see the mountain's lift schedule here.

Rides are $20 per adult ($10 for youth 17 and under) for a round trip ride (up and down in about 20 minutes) from the Main Base Area. Enjoy the scenic lookout tower at the summit with 360 degree panoramic views of Vermont, New Hampshire and New York’s highest peaks. 

Visit BoltonValley.com for tickets and details.

Bromley Mountain

Take a leisurely ride up chairlift and enjoy the views from Bromley's new 4-story observation deck at the summit. warm. Running daily from 9/21 - 10/6 and then again from 10/12 - 10/14, Bromley's lift offers a scenic adventure for leaf-peeping and site-seeing from the mountains warm, south facing slopes.

Feel free to bring your lunch and enjoy a picnic surrounded by incredible 360 degree views of the Southern Vermont and the neighboring Green Mountains. Gaze across the valley to Stratton, Magic Mountain, Equinox Mountain, and more. 

Visit Bromley.com for tickets and details.

Jay Peak Resort

Jay Peak’s iconic Tram will be running daily from 10AM to 5:30PM until October 14, except for September 15-24 when it will be closed for routine maintenance.

Confirm Tram hours and purchase tickets at Jay Peak's webpage

Killington Resort

Scenic Lift Rides are open daily 10 A.M. - 5 P.M through October 27 (full operating schedule here). 

Visit Killington.com for tickets and details.

Mad River Glen

Foliage lift rides are available on America’s favorite Single Chair both Saturday and Sunday; first chair up is at 10 AM and the last chair is loaded at 2:30 PM. Foliage lift ride tickets are good for a round trip from base to summit and back down again, the cost is $20 for adults and $15 for juniors and seniors (free for season pass holders). 

Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024

Saturday, Sept. 29, 2024

October 5, 2024 - Green & Gold Weekend

October 6, 2024 - Green & Gold Weekend

October 12, 2024

October 6, 2024

Foliage lift ride tickets can be purchased in person at the ticket window. Stark’s Pub, the General Store and Ticket Booth will all be open, please see operational hours listed at MadRiverGlen.com.

Magic Mountain

After being spirited up the mountain on Magic Mountain’s Green lift to Sunshine Corner, riders will have an afternoon to enjoy a view of fall foliage they won’t soon forget. Enjoy beverages, picnicking, and cornhole 11:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. 

Tickets may be purchased at the base lodge; rides are $30 for adults and $25 for youth under 18. Children must be 3+ to ride the chairlift with an adult. Unlimited 24/25 pass holders ride the chair for free but must get a ticket at the window. 

Scenic Lift Ride Dates

Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024

Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024 

Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024 

Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024

Get more details at Magic Mountain's Events Calendar. 

Middlebury Snowbowl

Join the Middlebury Snowbowl community for a breathtaking journey through Vermont’s most stunning autumn scenery! Fall Foliage Lift Rides offer a unique opportunity to experience the vibrant colors of fall from one of the best vantage points in the state.

Enjoy a leisurely lift ride to the top of Snowbowl where you’ll be treated to panoramic views of the magnificent fall foliage that Vermont is famous for. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a photographer, or someone looking for a peaceful escape, our lift rides provide an unforgettable experience.

Tickets for adults are $15 ($10 for kids). 

Scenic Ride Dates

  • September 28, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • September 29, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • October 5, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  • October 12, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

For tickets and other information, visit the Middlebury Snowbowl page.

Mount Snow Resort

Experience one of the best scenic attractions in Vermont via The Bluebird Express. Families and friends can take in the views during their ride to the summit of Mount Snow. The Bluebird Express is open Friday through Sunday 10 A.M. – 5 P.M. through October (last chair up loads at 4:30 P.M.; last chair down loads at 5:00 P.M.). Lift tickets are available at the Clocktower ticket window (children 4 and under ride free). 

Visit MountSnow.com for details.

Okemo Mountain Resort

Take a scenic ride on the Sunburst Six chairlift and get a different perspective of the Vermont landscape. Hike the trails, have a picnic, take some photos, enjoy the view! You'll be able to hike all the way down or ride the lift back when you are done. Chairlift ride tickets are sold until 3:30 P.M.

Visit Okemo.com for details.

Stowe Mountain Resort

Get on top of Vermont’s greatest views the easy way – in the famous Stowe Gondola SkyRide, running 10 A.M. – 4:30 P.M. through October 20th. From the top of Mt. Mansfield – Vermont’s highest mountain – you can treat yourself to lunch at the Cliff House restaurant, visit the Summit Retail Gift Shop and enjoy a sweet treat at The Waffle.

Tickets and information at Stowe.com. Same-day tickets must be purchased in person, and tickets are sold until 4:15 P.M. each day.

Stratton Mountain Resort

The summit of Southern Vermont’s highest peak is only a scenic ride away. Take the Gondola for views that stretch clear across four states including the White Mountains, Adirondacks, Berkshires and Green Mountain ranges. Plan a picnic lunch and hike the historic fire tower or explore any of your favorite winter trails in warmer weather. Ride down to explore the Stratton Village filled with retail shops and restaurants. 

Visit Stratton.com for details.

Sugarbush Resort

What better way to take in fall colors than with a leisurely scenic lift ride? Saturdays and Sundays through October 14th(including Labor Day 8/31-9/2 & Indigenous Peoples’ 10/12-10/14 holiday weekends), Sugarbush offers a range of activities to pair with its beautiful views. Bring your own picnic to Allyn's Lodge or take a hike around Lincoln Peak. Ride up, hike down. Hike up, ride down. Or ride both ways. Admire the wildflowers, check out the wildlife and leaf peep throughout Vermont’s foliage season. Check out the events calendar for more mountain activities.

Purchase tickets ahead of time for the best deal at Sugarbush.com

Scout The Perfect View

Check out Vermont Vacation's useful Fall Foliage Forecaster to help you find the best fall colors.

When will your favorite ski area be in peak foliage? See the Ski Vermont Mountain Finder Map for a statewide layout of ski areas.