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Information on Ski Butternut:

Ski Butternut is located on the northern slopes of East Mountain State Forest near the village of Great Barrington.

Butternut's lifts, trails and base facilities complement a beautiful, natural setting of evergreen and hardwood forests.

It is clear that the area's enviable reputation among skiers centers on providing the best possible snow conditions in a pleasing, relaxed atmosphere.

Historically, the Berkshires have been a year-round vacation area, and over the years Butternut has become a major focus for those seeking a quality ski vacation.

Awarded by SKI Magazine for overall area development, environmental planning and excellence of design, Butternut's beautiful and challenging skiing terrain offers novices to experts alike a rewarding skiing experience.

Ski Butternut Lift closing and opening times:

Weekdays: 9am - 4pm

Weekends & Holidays: 8:15am - 4pm

Length of Season: Nov-06 to Apr-07

Types and number of lifts: 1 Rope Tow;1 Poma Lift;4 Double Chairs;1 Triple Chair;3 Quad Chair

Number of trails and difficulty breakdown:
     Total Number: 22

Elevation at base 800 feet and elevation at summit is 1800 feet.

Skiing Options at Ski Butternut:
Night Skiing: no
Heli- Skiing: no
Snowcat Skiing: no
Miles of cross Country ski trails: 8 km
Snow boarding: yes

Equipment Rentals: skis , snowboards

Alternate route to Ski Butternut:

Contact Information:
413 528-2000

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