Opening Day

Skiers hold a banner for Pico's Opening Day 2025 in a snowy mountain setting.

A group of snowboarders seated on a ski lift in a snowy mountain setting.

Skiers on a lift with snowy slopes and trees in the background.

A skier navigating powder snow with a ski lift visible in the background.

Countdown to Opening Day!

Scheduled Opening Day at Pico Mountain

Friday, December 11, 2026.

Winter is almost here. Join us at Pico Mountain for our first day of skiing & riding during winter 2026/27!

Expected Lifts

The following lifts are expected to operate on Opening Day:

  • Bonanza Carpet
  • Golden Express Quad
  • Summit Express Quad

Opening-day operations are weather- and conditions-dependent. Check the Mountain Report as we get closer to Opening Day for the most up-to-date lift and terrain status.

Get Ready for Winter

Purchase your lift tickets, reserve ski or snowboard rentals, or choose a season pass and make Opening Day the start of your best winter yet.

For the complete operating schedule and additional details, visit Pico Mountain Hours.

Ski & Stay Deal

Bundle lodging with Pico Mountain lift tickets and save on your winter escape. Stay close to the mountain, enjoy classic Vermont skiing and spend less time planning with lodging and lift access packaged together. Book early for the best availability and rates.

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Pico Fitness Center is open year-round. Pico Mountain Ski Resort operates only during the winter season, is closed Tuesday & Wednesdays except for peak period dates.

Season passes are available for purchase online at picomountain.com/seasonpass. Last day save on the price is September 24, 2026, and the K.A. All Seasons Pass will no longer be available for purchase after that date.

Free parking is available at the Pico Mountain Base Lodge. 9 stations of paid solar-powered EV charging is available at the base area.

Dogs are welcome in outdoor areas and on select pet-friendly trails during the non-ski season. Service animals are welcome year-round. Please review our Pet Policy for full details. Please note that animals are not permitted on chairlifts at any time.