Ready for the Bogburn?
The Bogburn Classic returns for its 36th year, now proudly hosted at Rikert! Honoring the heart of traditional cross-country skiing, this celebrated event winds through our historic trails thanks to Rikert’s snowmaking and Frost Mountain Ski Club’s dedication. Join us in Ripton to experience the legacy and spirit of this storied race on a beautifully crafted single track!
Learn to Ski
Unlock Your Potential with Private Ski Lessons! Whether you’re new to skiing or looking to refine your technique, our expert instructors provide personalized, one-on-one coaching to help you reach your goals. Designed to suit your skill level and pace, private lessons are the perfect way to gain confidence, improve performance, and make the most of your time on the trails. Click to learn more and take the next step in your skiing journey
Shop Rikert Now!
The official Rikert Outdoor Center gear has arrived! Visit our new online retail store to check out all the latest fashions and gifts, including stylish shirts, cozy hoodies, trendy hats, and sleek drinkware. Show your Rikert pride with our exclusive merchandise and gear up for your next adventure!
Get The Snow Sampler
Experience the best of Vermont winter with the Snow Sampler for just $129! This 5-day pass includes 2 trail passes at Rikert Outdoor Center and 3 lift tickets at the Snowbowl, valid any operating day of the 2024-25 season with no blackout dates. Perfect for sharing with friends or family, this fully transferable pass is available for purchase through December 24th.
These trails have trained national champions and generations of family skiers.
- 55+ km of skate and classic skiing, snowshoeing, and fat-biking.
- In the heart of the Green Mountains, but just 20 minutes from Middlebury, VT.
- Our picturesque terrain features forests, farm fields, stone walls, babbling brooks, and even Robert Frost’s summer cabin.
- The Outdoor Center is fully ADA accessible.
- Ski school and full service rental shop.
- State-of-the-art snowmaking gives us a jump on early-season skiing on the Tormondsen Family Race Course.
- Our FIS-certified homologated race course was designed by renowned trail designer John Morton and is the home of the Middlebury College Panthers.
