As a ski newbie, I was very apprehensive about the entire experience. In December of 2013, I spent the day (and had a semi-private ski lesson) at another nearby ski resort that made me feel like they were herding sheep. I had never put ski boots on, nor had I ever used any of the equipment, and, despite my voicing concern, there was no help to be found. In March of 2014 I decided to give it another try at Suicide Six. S6 is full of helpful, caring employees that hand-hold you step-by-step when fitting your gear (if needed)---I did NOT have numb calves after THIS experience. I decided on a private lesson and had a GREAT time on the "baby slope"! I highly recommend not only for a newbie like me, but for anyone that doesn't want to feel like they are being herded!
My family had the BEST ski weekend at Suicide Six. The staff is genuinely caring and friendly. The instruction was the best I have experienced in the Northeast. Hardly any lines on the weekend and a good size mountain for beginners like us. My sons loved Gordon and Sam. And I went from total beginner to skiing (slowly) a blue run with the help of Emily, Jack R. and Doug. Jack H. at the ski school desk went out of his way to be helpful and kind. The lodge is well-kept and has great historical photographs. Just be careful of speed traps en route. And, if you have a fifth-grader, go to skivermont.com to apply for the passport that enables you to save money on lift tickets.
Skied the day after New Year's Day in the falling snow-gentle and beautiful-people outfitting us for the day were terrific!
We found this place and thought we'd try it out for a change from the big mountain scene. What an awesome surprise! No crowds and no lines! Perfect small atmosphere. the base lodge, parking and lift are all super convenient and centrally located. Super affordable and the trails were nicely groomed. We will definitely be back! A tip if you are skiing on a friday, by 1pm busloads of kids arrived to have their winter outdoor sports program and made it just a completely different experience. If you don't mind that sort of thing then have at it! But we just skied for the morning and took off when all the kids took over the mountain.
I skied with my 11-year-old son during the week between Christmas and New Year, when there was little snow. Only two runs were open (luckily both green for beginners like us), so we went many times down the "bunny" hill using the J-bars, then attempted the "Easy Mile." On a regular day with everything open, we would have tried a couple of the other greens before the mile, working our way up in steepness. Without that option and with the existing small layer of snow very icy and crusty, we both had difficulty controlling our descent and each wiped out a few times. It's too bad, because I think we would had loved it if our skis had been able to grip a bit better, but the ice didn't really allow for that and beginners like us had trouble. I wish that 1) they would have told me about the conditions and closed runs before I bought the lift tickets at the window, and 2) that they would have made use of their snow-making machines, as they advertise online. Beyond that, I think this is a great smaller place to go for a family to ski that's less expensive than Killington. The people helping with equipment rental were great, and the instructors that I witnessed were terrific.
The slopes are great for kids up to about 12-15 years old. The teachers and the lodge personnel are great and the children really enjoy it.
While this mountain does not have lots of bells and whistles it does have great runs. Our children are still beginning to develop their confidence on skis and this mountain encourages just that. All the runs end at the lodge. The green runs are long enough to keep the kids happy and the blue and black runs end up at the same chair lift so everyone can meet up. The lifts are not the newest but they do their job. The staff in the rental room are very helpful and the food is more edible than most ski mountains. Parking is easy, lines are short and the atmosphere is friendly. We would absolutely recommend this mountain to people that want to enjoy their time skiing with their family and do not want the pushy hustle and bustle you find at other mountains.
What an amazing weekend at this Mountain! The torch light parade was the most amazing scene I have ever encountered. There must have been 100 skiers in perfect formation skiing down the hill. Even better was the fireworks display that rivaled the annual July 4th routine at the esplanade in Boston. Had a chance to meet the GM Charles Vanderstreet and commend him on the wonderful night. We were in from DC and this was the highlight of our families vacation. Thanks Charles, Julie, Jimbo and Mickey!! The Waltons
Went on frugal Friday - what a great deal! Great trails and lunch area. Rentals on site. Perfect for family getaway to nearby Woodstock or Quechee.
A+ all around...Customer service, atmosphere, condition of mountain/snow, knowledge of staff, etc.. We have been going to Suicide for the past 20 years and absolutely love it. It is such a great family oriented place with enough to do for everyone and every level.