As the first mountain winter storms hit when crossing the plains of Ontario, the resort is truly geographically blessed and typically receives significantly more snow than other Vermont ski areas every time a storm crosses the state. With an average annual snowfall of 370 inches, Jay receives the most snowfall of any East Coast ski resort. With a laid back attitude and frequent harsh winter conditions, Jay lies too far from the hubbub of the big cities to the south, and locals couldn’t enjoy their short lift lines more. Now offering year-round activities, the resort is a favorite among locals in its remote Northern Frontier region of Vermont, as well as with skiers from nearby Quebec who cross the border to get their turns. Situated near the northern terminus of Vermont’s Green Mountains, Jay Peak (affectionately known as “Jay” to those who frequent its slopes) opened in 1957 and never looked back. With something for expert skiers and beginners alike, Jay brings a true resort destination to one of the remote areas of the Northeast. Situated at the northern edge of Vermont’s famed Long Trail, and close to the United States border with the Canadian province of Quebec, Jay Peak offers anyone who makes the trek to their slopes a true wilderness experience spread over 385 acres and 78 trails. Who says you need to head to the Rockies to find powder? Jay Peak has been the secret of “Ice Coast” powderhounds secret since it’s opening in 1957. With something for expert skiers and beginners alike. A true wilderness experience spread over 385 acres and 78 trails. We were surprised because it was peak season for fall foliage.Jay Peak's reputation as the snowiest ski resort in the Eastern United States draws powder-seeking skiers from the entire Northeast despite its remote location. Also, Many of the restaurants and stores were closed because it was Considered off-season. It's closer to the activities and likely not to have kids/teens running amuck in the more upscale hotel. We would spend the extra money and go to Hotel Jay. We would not stay at Stateside hotel again.
Also, the tram is there and you could ride to the summit for a lovely view. There's an ice-skating facility there but we did not visit that. Location: a relatively short car ride or a shuttle ride to hotel Jay where were visited the fantastic waterpark, restaurants and stores. Despite only five tables being used it took them a solid hour to provide us with the food that we ordered. Food: Howie's, in the hotel, was open for breakfast.
Also kids knocked on our door during the evening and were selling candy for fundraising. Teen boys playing hockey with sticks and pucks out in the hallway outside our hotel door at 11 PM. We instead had to stay on third floor or go to another hotel in the resort and pay more money for a low floor. When we arrived at hotel they said that there were no openings on the second floor so they could not accommodate us there. Hotel reservation staff said that it "Would be no problem" for us to be on the second floor. Asked for low floor which was the second. Stayed at Stateside Hotel at Jay Peak Resort Reservations: Made a reservation.