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Okemo Mountain Resort: Exclusive Family Ski Adventure⛷️

Snow-covered ski slope descending between evergreen trees with snow guns on the left and hazy blue mountain ridgelines under a clear blue sky.

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⛷️ Okemo Mountain Resort: Your Family Ski Adventure

Every year, our family makes time for a ski trip, and this year we set our sights on Okemo Mountain Resort in Ludlow, Vermont. About eight and a half hours from Cleveland, Ohio, Okemo is perfect for families looking for a mix of thrilling slopes, beginner-friendly runs, and plenty of family fun off the mountain. With the Epic Pass in hand, we were ready for a four-day winter getaway.

Three boys in helmets and ski gear (red jacket, blue camo jacket, and bright blue jacket) stand on a snowy slope with skis and poles, holding snacks and smiling, with leafless trees, a few mountain homes, and snow-covered hills in the background.
Young child in a green hooded jacket and snow boots stands smiling in front of a carved wooden bear under a log arch marked “Okemo Mountain Resort 2024,” with snow-covered ski slopes and trees in the background.
Two smiling skiers in helmets and mirrored goggles take a close-up selfie on a sunlit snowy slope with evergreen trees and distant mountains under a blue sky, the goggles reflecting the slope and the person holding the phone.

🏡 Where to Stay

For this trip, we stayed in a cozy Airbnb about 20 minutes from Okemo. The snowy backyard was a huge hit with the kids, who loved sledding after skiing each day.

In previous trips, we stayed on-site at Jackson Gore Village, which is great for families wanting ski-in/ski-out access, easy drop-offs at ski school, and childcare. Staying at the resort also makes après-ski activities, like swimming and ice skating, super convenient.

Group of family members seated around a long oak dining table playing Yahtzee — four children on the left rolling dice and filling scorecards, two adults on the right watching and sipping wine, with the red Yahtzee box visible near the table's end.

🎿 Skiing at Okemo

Okemo Mountain Resort has an elevation of 3,344 feet and 123 trails suitable for all skill levels:

  • 32% beginner
  • 37% intermediate
  • 23% advanced
  • 8% expert

The resort gets about 200 inches of annual snowfall and has excellent snowmaking, keeping conditions consistent throughout the season.

We loved exploring the Jackson Gore side, which has long blue and black runs. Beginner trails are also available throughout the resort making this an ideal place for skiers of all ages and levels.

Smiling skier in a bright pink jacket, white helmet and reflective goggles holding poles in the right foreground on a snowy slope with orange chairlift cabins passing overhead, snow-covered trees and distant blue mountain ridges under a partly cloudy sky.
An adult wearing a helmet with mirrored goggles and three smiling boys in ski jackets and helmets sit together on a chairlift under an orange canopy, the goggles reflecting the snowy slope and the photographer's phone with trees visible outside.

🧒 Lessons & Childcare

Okemo makes it easy for families to enjoy the slopes while kids learn new skills. The ski school has small group lessons and private options, with children grouped by age and ability.

Group Lessons:

  • Ages 3–4: Full-day lesson with lunch — $295
  • Ages 5–6: Full-day lessons with lunch $295
  • Ages 7–14: Full-day lessons with lunch — $295

Private Lessons are also available for all ages.

For younger kids, Okemo also offers child care for children 18 months to 4 years, with real-time updates via the resort app.

Pro Tip: Epic Pass holders get 20% off lessons, and booking in advance saves both time and money. Download the Epic app for seamless lift access—your ticket can be scanned right from your phone.

🍹 Après-Ski Fun

Evenings were spent unwinding at our rental, cooking family dinners, playing cards, watching movies, and sledding in the backyard. For a special meal, we stopped at The Vermont Butcher Shop to pick up steaks for a memorable family feast.

For families staying on-site, Jackson Gore Lodge offers a mountain coaster, swimming, ice skating, and cozy dining options, making après-ski fun easy and accessible.

Okemo is also just an hour from Mount Snow, giving families the option to explore multiple Vermont resorts in one trip.

💛 Why Families Will Love Okemo

Okemo Mountain Resort is perfect for families because it offers:

  • Trails for all skill levels, with plenty of beginner/intermediate/advanced options
  • Ski lessons and childcare for little ones
  • Family-friendly après-ski and off-slope activities
  • Epic Pass integration for easy planning

Whether you’re a seasoned skier or just want to enjoy Vermont’s winter scenery, Okemo is a memorable destination for family fun and adventure.

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