OKEMO

📍Ludlow, Vermont, USA

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Cruiser 🏞️ Scenic Cruiser 🟢 Beginner Friendly Unlimited on Epic ☀️ Year-round destination

Photo: Henry P. Gray · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo details

Vertical drop: 2,200 ft
Skiable terrain: 667 acres
Avg snowfall: 180 in^*
Lifts: 20

Okemo Ski & Snowboard School

Clock Tower and Jackson Gore bases

Ski LessonsSnowboard LessonsPrivate Lessons

Adult group lessons meet beside the F-10 carpet at Clock Tower or beside the Coleman Brook Lift at Jackson Gore. Private lessons also use both bases, with their own meeting instructions.

Why we like it

Choose the base when you book and check your confirmation before driving up. Have a valid lift ticket or pass and allow time for a fitting if you need rental gear.

Best for:

Adult group lessonsPrivate coachingClock Tower or Jackson Gore starts

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, ski lessons, snowboard lessons, private lessons.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

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Okemo Rental Center

Clock Tower and Jackson Gore, Okemo

RentalsDemos

Book ski or snowboard rentals for the base where you plan to start. At Clock Tower, the rental counter is below the Snowsports Shop. Jackson Gore also has rental equipment for guests starting there.

Why we like it

Match your pickup with the base on your lesson confirmation. If you want to try demo skis, check the options at that location when reserving.

Best for:

Base-area pickupLesson-day fittingsAdvance reservations

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, website, rentals, demos.

Without current field-level confirmation: description, recommendation details.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

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Northern Ski Works Okemo

10 Main Street, Ludlow, Vermont

RentalsDemosTuningBoot Fitting

Northern Ski Works rents regularly replaced, tuned ski equipment near Okemo and offers demo skis, boot fitting, and workshop services.

Why we like it

The Ludlow shop is 1.5 miles from Okemo Mountain Road, and its demo program can apply up to three rental credits toward a purchase.

Best for:

Near-Okemo pickupDemo-to-buy shoppersBoot and workshop help

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, phone, rentals, demos, tuning, boot fitting.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Visit Website 802-228-3344

Totem Pole Ski Shop

16.5 Pond Street, Ludlow, Vermont

RentalsBoot FittingTuningDemos

Totem Pole offers ski rentals, demo skis, boot fitting and tuning at its family-run shop on Pond Street in Ludlow.

Why we like it

Stop in town to have boots fitted or skis tuned before heading to Okemo. Call the shop to plan a fitting alongside your rental pickup.

Best for:

Boot fitting in LudlowSki rentals and demosWorkshop service

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, phone, rentals, boot fitting, tuning, demos.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Visit Website (802) 228-8447

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Pro Tip: Book Early

Lessons and rentals at popular resorts often book up quickly, especially during peak season and holidays. We recommend booking at least 1–2 weeks in advance to secure your preferred times.

Sources & planning context

Historical planning figures · Figures marked * come from earlier references and may differ from current resort figures.

Other names · Okemo Mountain Resort, Okemo Mountain

Compare the kind of instruction or equipment you need. The provider can match your ability, age and dates to a current program.

Typically mid November to mid April

A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.

Official schedules & conditions ↗

Schedule source 1 ↗Schedule source 2 ↗Official resort ↗

Official website: https://www.okemo.com/; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summer and winter destination: Yes; Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Beyond winter: Mountain coaster, ropes challenge courses, scenic chairlift rides, miniature golf and disc golf.; Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Skiable area (acres): 667; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Runs: 123; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Base elevation (ft): 1144; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summit elevation (ft): 3344; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Lifts: 20; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Vertical drop (ft): 2200; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026

Historical mountain figures awaiting field-level confirmation: Reported average snowfall (in).

Individual listings retain their own sources and check dates. A source check covers only the named details; it does not confirm availability. Snowfall averages describe climate, not a forecast.

Okemo parking and resort transportation ↗The resort distinguishes Clock Tower walking-access lots from the Jackson Gore drop-off circle and overflow lots. Shuttle routes are seasonal. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Okemo lesson arrival ↗The booked base determines which of the two lesson meeting areas to use. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Okemo Lodging - B&B - Ludlow, VT | The Governor's Inn ↗The Governor's Inn · Main Street in Ludlow · 1.4 miles from Okemo Mountain · walking distance of local shops and restaurants · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Okemo family lodging guide ↗Jackson Gore is slopeside and offers hotel-style rooms and multi-bedroom kitchen suites, dining, pools and hot tubs. Mountain Lodge condos at Clock Tower offer full kitchens, fireplaces and balconies. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Okemo Signature Properties ↗Okemo books Jackson Gore Village, including the Jackson Gore Inn and the Adams and Bixby houses, and identifies the Mountain Lodge at the Clock Tower base. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

The Pointe at Castle Hill ↗The Proctorsville hotel has rooms and suites, an indoor pool, hot tub and access to the adjacent resort restaurant and spa. The full suite includes a kitchen. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Ludlow Select Board — FY2025 Town Report, page 36 ↗Ludlow acquired the former Timber Inn through FEMA’s buyout program and records completed demolition and site stabilization. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Okemo rental pickup ↗Clock Tower Rentals is below the Snowsports Shop. Online reservations show the ski, snowboard and demo packages offered for the selected pickup. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Totem Pole Ski Shop, Ludlow ↗The Ludlow shop offers equipment rentals, boot fitting, demos and tuning at 16.5 Pond Street, with direct contact at (802) 228-8447. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Coleman Brook Tavern | Okemo Ski Resort ↗A full-service Jackson Gore restaurant serving short ribs, hearty sandwiches, signature entrées, and a curated wine list. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

The Downtown Grocery ↗The Downtown Grocery now seats only 10–16 guests a night, with Rogan in the kitchen and Abby hosting the dining room. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Mojo Cafe ↗The independent counter-service restaurant on Main Street in Ludlow lists burritos, po-boys, tacos and bowls. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

The Bull Bar & Restaurant ↗Okemo places The Bull in the Clock Tower base lodge and describes a full bar and a menu of burgers, nachos and other pub dishes. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

The Killarney ↗The family-run Irish pub in Ludlow offers draft beer and pub food. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Okemo official hours / current-season information ↗
The official hours page describes summer/fall operations; exact 2026–27 ski-season opening and closing dates were not found there.
Experience Okemo ↗
Mountain coaster, ropes challenge courses, scenic chairlift rides, miniature golf and disc golf.
Okemo — Mountain Information ↗
The operator publishes 3,344 and 1,144 feet; their exact difference is 2,200 feet.
Vermont resort opening announcement · Vail Resorts, October 26, 2026 ↗
Vail Resorts targets November 21 for the start of the 2026–27 ski season at Okemo, conditions permitting. Its dated Vermont announcement gives no closing date.

OKEMO

📍Ludlow, Vermont, USA

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Cruiser 🏞️ Scenic Cruiser 🟢 Beginner Friendly Unlimited on Epic ☀️ Year-round destination

Photo: Henry P. Gray · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Photo details

Vertical drop: 2,200 ft
Skiable terrain: 667 acres
Avg snowfall: 180 in^*
Lifts: 20

Okemo Ski & Snowboard School

Clock Tower and Jackson Gore bases

Ski LessonsSnowboard LessonsPrivate Lessons

Adult group lessons meet beside the F-10 carpet at Clock Tower or beside the Coleman Brook Lift at Jackson Gore. Private lessons also use both bases, with their own meeting instructions.

Why we like it

Choose the base when you book and check your confirmation before driving up. Have a valid lift ticket or pass and allow time for a fitting if you need rental gear.

Best for:

Adult group lessonsPrivate coachingClock Tower or Jackson Gore starts

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, ski lessons, snowboard lessons, private lessons.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Visit Website

Okemo Rental Center

Clock Tower and Jackson Gore, Okemo

RentalsDemos

Book ski or snowboard rentals for the base where you plan to start. At Clock Tower, the rental counter is below the Snowsports Shop. Jackson Gore also has rental equipment for guests starting there.

Why we like it

Match your pickup with the base on your lesson confirmation. If you want to try demo skis, check the options at that location when reserving.

Best for:

Base-area pickupLesson-day fittingsAdvance reservations

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, website, rentals, demos.

Without current field-level confirmation: description, recommendation details.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Visit Website

Northern Ski Works Okemo

10 Main Street, Ludlow, Vermont

RentalsDemosTuningBoot Fitting

Northern Ski Works rents regularly replaced, tuned ski equipment near Okemo and offers demo skis, boot fitting, and workshop services.

Why we like it

The Ludlow shop is 1.5 miles from Okemo Mountain Road, and its demo program can apply up to three rental credits toward a purchase.

Best for:

Near-Okemo pickupDemo-to-buy shoppersBoot and workshop help

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, phone, rentals, demos, tuning, boot fitting.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Visit Website 802-228-3344

Totem Pole Ski Shop

16.5 Pond Street, Ludlow, Vermont

RentalsBoot FittingTuningDemos

Totem Pole offers ski rentals, demo skis, boot fitting and tuning at its family-run shop on Pond Street in Ludlow.

Why we like it

Stop in town to have boots fitted or skis tuned before heading to Okemo. Call the shop to plan a fitting alongside your rental pickup.

Best for:

Boot fitting in LudlowSki rentals and demosWorkshop service

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, location, description, recommendation details, website, phone, rentals, boot fitting, tuning, demos.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Visit Website (802) 228-8447

💡

Pro Tip: Book Early

Lessons and rentals at popular resorts often book up quickly, especially during peak season and holidays. We recommend booking at least 1–2 weeks in advance to secure your preferred times.

Sources & planning context

Historical planning figures · Figures marked * come from earlier references and may differ from current resort figures.

Other names · Okemo Mountain Resort, Okemo Mountain

Compare the kind of instruction or equipment you need. The provider can match your ability, age and dates to a current program.

Typically mid November to mid April

A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.

Official schedules & conditions ↗

Schedule source 1 ↗Schedule source 2 ↗Official resort ↗

Official website: https://www.okemo.com/; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summer and winter destination: Yes; Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Beyond winter: Mountain coaster, ropes challenge courses, scenic chairlift rides, miniature golf and disc golf.; Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Skiable area (acres): 667; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Runs: 123; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Base elevation (ft): 1144; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summit elevation (ft): 3344; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Lifts: 20; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Vertical drop (ft): 2200; Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026

Historical mountain figures awaiting field-level confirmation: Reported average snowfall (in).

Individual listings retain their own sources and check dates. A source check covers only the named details; it does not confirm availability. Snowfall averages describe climate, not a forecast.

Okemo lesson arrival ↗The booked base determines which of the two lesson meeting areas to use. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Mojo Cafe ↗The independent counter-service restaurant on Main Street in Ludlow lists burritos, po-boys, tacos and bowls. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

The Killarney ↗The family-run Irish pub in Ludlow offers draft beer and pub food. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Okemo official hours / current-season information ↗
The official hours page describes summer/fall operations; exact 2026–27 ski-season opening and closing dates were not found there.
Experience Okemo ↗
Mountain coaster, ropes challenge courses, scenic chairlift rides, miniature golf and disc golf.
Okemo — Mountain Information ↗
The operator publishes 3,344 and 1,144 feet; their exact difference is 2,200 feet.
Vermont resort opening announcement · Vail Resorts, October 26, 2026 ↗
Vail Resorts targets November 21 for the start of the 2026–27 ski season at Okemo, conditions permitting. Its dated Vermont announcement gives no closing date.