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Burke Mountain Uphill

Uphill is currently CLOSED for the season

Uphill waiver and day/season passes available at guest services

Uphill Day Ticket (Burke only): $15

Uphill Season Pass (Burke only): $50

Winter 2026/2027 Season Pass holders have uphill privileges included at no extra cost. You must still sign the waiver and pick up your armband. 
Trail NameClosed
Deer Run
Willoughby (Non-operational hours only)
High Meadows

Uphill Pass Information

Downhill Season Pass Holders with armband
Current downhill season pass holders who have a previous-year uphill armband only need to sign the current season’s waiver and receive a new complimentary uphill sticker. No additional fee applies.

Downhill Season Pass Holders – without armband
Current downhill season pass holders who need or prefer a new uphill armband will be charged a fee to cover the cost of the new armband.

Burke Mountain Uphill-Only Pass
An uphill-only season pass is available for $50 and includes a new uphill armband.

Day Uphill Access
Guests visiting for the day may purchase uphill access for $15. Day-access guests will receive a clearly visible ticket or armband to identify those who have paid for uphill access, signed the required waiver, and reviewed the designated uphill routes.

Burke Mountain is now partnering with Uphill New England

Preseason discount available through October 31st 

Your multi-mountain uphill season pass unlocks uphill access at 26 mountains across New England, plus a UNE Membership with exclusive benefits, discounts, and a community that loves the climb. Discover new resorts — on your schedule, at your pace, and with a community that shares your passion for uphilling.​

Purchase Uphill New England Pass

TRAVEL ROUTES

Uphill Map

Routes are subject to change without notice. Always check the daily snow report for the latest updates surrounding uphill travel. If you see grooming (or snowmaking) operations in progress, you must avoid the route. Know (and understand) the difference between operational and non-operational routes.

UPPER/LOWER WARREN’S WAY IS OFF LIMITS AT ALL TIMES.

OPERATIONAL TOURING HOURS

8:00AM - 5:00PM

From Sherburne Base Lodge to Summit:

High Meadows Pass to bottom of Big Dipper (keeping left) Follow yellow up-hill discs. Keep left tight to woods on Big Dipper. Continue up lookers left on Big Dipper. Enter left onto Deer Run. Continue on Deer Run to summit. Use caution when crossing Big Dipper. Stay single file, yield to downhill traffic. Descend any open trail.

From Mid Burke parking area to Summit:

When leaving Mid Burke parking lot, enter onto slope and go left (lookers left of the Mid Burke Lodge). Follow yellow up-hill discs. Keep left, tight to woods on Big Dipper. Continue up lookers left on Big Dipper. Enter left onto Deer Run. Continue on Deer Run to summit. Use caution when crossing Big Dipper. Stay single file, yield to downhill traffic. Descend any open trail.(NOTE:  you must descend using skis or snowboard).

YOU MAY NOT WALK BACK DOWN IN SNOWSHOES DURING OPERATING HOURS.

NON-OPERATIONAL TOURING HOURS

5:00PM - 8:00AM

MAKE YOURSELF VISIBLE! PLEASE WEAR A HEADLAMP AND REFLECTIVE GEAR.

FROM MID BURKE PARKING AREA:

UPHILL ROUTE 1:

To summit

- Follow Midway past Mid Burke Lodge and ascend Lower Willoughby to Upper Willoughby.

UPHILL ROUTE 2:

To summit

– Follow yellow up-hill discs. Keep left tight to woods on Big Dipper. Continue up lookers left on Big Dipper. Enter left onto Deer Run. Continue on Deer Run to summit. Use caution when crossing Big Dipper. Stay single file, yield to downhill traffic.

DESCENDING ROUTES:

(If terrain is open)

Deer Run, Upper Willoughby to Lower Willoughby, East Bowl 

UPHILL POLICIES

You assume responsibility for accessing our ski trails outside of operating hours. In the event you require emergency response, you will be responsible for all costs incurred as a result.

No dogs allowed during operational hours.
You are responsible for understanding the difference between operational and non-operational hours.

Anyone traveling uphill is required to wear snowshoes or touring skis/split boards with metal edges and brakes or restraint straps.  During operational hours you must descend on skis or snowboard, you cannot descend on snowshoes.

Please use wilderness etiquette: remove all waste and leave only tracks. 

Skin/snowshoe in a single file line on the side of designated trail. 

Always stay on the designated uphill travel routes (marked by yellow discs). 

Uphill travelers must only descend open terrain (as designated by patrol).

Always stay single file and wear highly visible clothing. Be aware of sharp turns and knolls where you may not be in view of downhill traffic. Downhill skiers have the right of way. 

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Mountain operations take place AT ALL TIMES. This includes grooming, snowmaking, transportation of materials and personnel, and other activities. Routes may close at any time. Groomers may cross Deer Run, while grooming Upper and Big Dipper, and should be avoided. You may encounter snowmobiles and groomers on your Route be aware, and yield.

WINCH CAT GROOMERS- What are they?

Winch cats are groomers that operate by moving up and down a trail with a fixed cable attached to an upper point. During winch cable operations the cable will go from laying on the ground to being above ground in seconds and may not be visible. Ski Patrol Services are available until 4pm daily. For accidents or incidents that occur between 9:00am and 4:00pm, please call (802) 626-7377 to report your position and emergency. For all accidents that occur outside of operating times call 911. 

No motorized vehicles are permitted on the ski resort, violators will be prosecuted.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

  • Skier responsibility code applies at all times, please follow it.
  • Never go alone. It is best to hike in groups of three. Remember we do not have ski patrol services outside of resort lift service hours (before 9am or after 4pm).
  • Check the weather forecast before you go. Mountain weather can change very quickly.
  • Dress appropriately for the conditions.
  • Bring a cell phone with you. In the event of an emergency, call 911. Ensure you pay attention to your specific location including trail names.
  • When hiking in the dark, wear a headlamp and bright, reflective clothing.

You assume responsibility for accessing trails outside of operating hours. In the event you require emergency response, you will be responsible for all costs incurred as a result.