About NEKBC Backcountry Zones
Our zones, on unseated Abenaki territory, feature the beautiful forests and steep slopes of the Northeast Kingdom. Thanks to the state and landowners we work with, we are able to access the fun and utter bliss of cruising through powder between trees. As far as skiing and riding goes, none of our zones are designed for beginner skiers. The difficulty levels noted below pertain to skiing in the forest.
Maintenance, management and signage of these zones is only possible through your CTA membership contribution AND dedicated community volunteers. With your up-to-date membership benefit package from CTA, you also have access to more maps and a voice in NEKBC membership votes. You are also eligible for nomination to the Council, the governing body of NEKBC. Consider purchasing your membership today!
Maintenance, management and signage of these zones is only possible through your CTA membership contribution AND dedicated community volunteers. With your up-to-date membership benefit package from CTA, you also have access to more maps and a voice in NEKBC membership votes. You are also eligible for nomination to the Council, the governing body of NEKBC. Consider purchasing your membership today!
East Haven Zone - East Mountain Ridge
Some Beginner - Some Intermediate - Majority Expert
East Haven is a wonderful zone on a west facing slope receiving snowfall similar to Burke Mountain. There are multiple lines to find and many features to play with. This zone features intermediate to beginner glades mid-way to the bottom and expert glades from top to middle. While a great zone, public access is contingent on adhering to landowner wishes and goals for this land including: no dogs allowed to encourage wildlife prosperity, courteous parking (if the parking lot is full, head to a different zone). Also, be aware of snowmobile users as the beginning of the skin track shares the V.A.S.T. trail with motorized recreationalists. Please reach out with questions - we want to educate our fellow trail stewards as much as possible!