Snapshot
This popular section is a rugged, backcountry tour climbing 1300 feet and descending 2300 feet. It features a narrow trail in the spruce forest above 2700 feet, a long descent through open forest, and marvelous views in many directions – the Little River and Cotton Brook Valleys and Worcester Range to the east, Camel’s Hump to the south and Mt. Mansfield to the north. The region between Bolton Valley and the start of the descent is a reliable area to find good early and late season snow, but the descent becomes very difficult if the snow is icy or crusty, or if there is insufficient snow cover.
Length
9.4 miles
Difficulty
The portion between Bolton Valley and Nebraska Valley Rd. is suitable for advanced, properly equipped skiers only. It is long, isolated, and very steep. A group of three or more skiers is recommended for safety purposes. The portion between Nebraska Valley Rd. and Trapp Family Lodge is suitable for intermediate skiers because of the easier terrain. The last bit is on Trapp’s groomed trails.
Note: Please remember to check in at the nordic center where you begin your tour (Trapp or Bolton) and purchase a trail pass. CTA members receive a coupon for discounted passes at both areas in their Membership Rewards Book.
Staying Found
Out in the woods keeping track of where you are can be a challenge. A map and compass is always a reliable option, but there are some great technological solutions that can make knowing where you are super simple. Please visit out Staying Found Webpage for more info about some of our favorite navigational tools, and note that all of our PDF maps are geo-referenced. This means they can be opened directly in apps like Avenza and used for navigation even in areas where there is no cell service.
Catamount Trail Skiers Facebook Group
This group is for anyone planning any type of adventure (skiing and snowshoeing) on the Catamount Trail (thru-skis\end-to-end section skis\day tours), or other similar XCD/Nordic backcountry trails in Vermont. It’s a place to ask questions, share knowledge, and connect with others.
Downloads
Catamount Trail Section 22 – GeoPDF Map
Catamount Trail Section 22 – Written Description (pdf ~20k)
Shuttle Directions Section 22
Your membership dues make CTA’s free online maps and trail descriptions possible. Please join CTA today!
Looking for more information, volunteer opportunities, or to get in touch with the Section Trail Chief? Please contact us!
Local Business Supporters
Lodging:
Affordable Stowe Timeshare Rentals – Stowe, VT 1-877-815-4227, www.sellmytimesharenow.com, info@sellmytimesharenow.com
Bolton Valley Resort, 4302 Bolton Valley Access Rd., Bolton Valley, VT 05477
802-434-3444, www.boltonvalley.com, info@boltonvalley.com
Old Stagecoach Inn, 18 N. Main Street, Waterbury, VT 05676
(802) 244-5056, www.oldstagecoach.com, lodging@oldstagecoach.com
Trapp Family Lodge, 700 Trapp Hill Rd., P.O. Box 1428, Stowe, VT 05672
1-800-826-7000, 802-253-8511, www.trappfamily.com
Topnotch Resort & Spa, 4000 Mountain Rd., Stowe, 05672
1-800-451-8686, 802-253-8585,www.topnotchresort.com, info@topnotchresort.com
The Golden Eagle Resort, 511 Mountain Rd., PO Box 1090, Stowe, VT 05672
1-866-970-0786, www.goldeneagleresort.com, andrewc@goldeneagleresort.com
Edson Hill, 1500 Edson Hill Rd., Stowe, 05672
1-800-621-0284, 802-253-7371 www.edsonhill.com, info@edsonhill.com
Commodores Inn, 823 South Main Street, Stowe, VT 05672
1-800-447-8693, 802-253-7131, http://commodoresinn.com, reservations@commodoresinn.com
Brass Lantern Inn, 717 Maple St., Stowe, VT 05672
(802) 253-2229, www.brasslanterninn.com, info@brasslanterninn.com
Stowe Motel & Snowdrift, 4043 Mountain Road, Stowe, VT 05672
1-800-829-7629, 802-253-7629,www.stowemotel.com, info@stowemotel.com
The Stowehof, 434 Edson Hill Rd, Stowe, VT 05672
(802)-253-9722, thestowehof.com
Timberholm Inn, 452 Cottage Club Road, Stowe, VT 05672
(802) 253-7603, www.timberholm.com, info@timberholm.com
Inn at the Mountain at Stowe Mountain Resort, 5781 Mountain Road, Stowe VT 05672
(802) 253-3656, www.stowe.com, reservations@stowe.com
Green Mountain Inn, 18 Main Street, PO Box 60, Stowe, VT 05672
(802) 253-7301, http://greenmountaininn.com, info@greenmountaininn.com
Restaurants:
Sushi Yoshi, 1128 Mountain Road, Stowe, VT 05672
(802) 253-4135, www.sushistowe.com
Rusty Nail, 1190 Mountain Road, Stowe, VT 05672
802-253-6245, www.rustynailvt.com
Cold Hollow Cider Mill, 3600 Waterbury-Stowe Rd, Waterbury Center, Vermont 05677
(800) 327-7537,www.coldhollow.com
