Getting Here & Parking
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40 milesFrom Vermonts Largest Airport
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17 milesFrom Interstate 89
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17 milesFrom the Train Station
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Traveling by Train
Whether you're coming from Washington, DC, New York City or just about anywhere, you can take Amtrak to the Waterbury Station.
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23+24 Winter Parking Update
Stowe Mountain Resort is proud of our plan to curb traffic congestion and foster a more sustainable environment. We plan to build on our success last year to drive greater impact. In line with that commitment, seasonal parking permits will not be offered this season. We continue to encourage guests to carpool, use public transport or consider visiting during non-peak times.
- Parking will remain free in all Mansfield & Midway lots Monday through Thursday during non-holiday periods, and after 2:00 PM every day.
- The Cross Country Center and Toll House parking areas will remain free seven days a week.
- Free parking will also be offered at all times in all lots to cars arriving with four or more guests.
- Paid Parking in the Mansfield & Midway lots will be implemented from Friday through Sunday and during holiday periods.
- Nearly 40 percent of our parking will remain free at all times, every day of the year. Paid parking will only be in place during our peak periods, representing less than half of the ski season, and only in Lots A, B, D at the Gondola/Midway and Lot C at Mount Mansfield.
- Free public transit will once again be offered courtesy of Green Mountain Transit; this is especially helpful for guests staying in local area lodging.
- All ADA parking is free and options are available at Mansfield Base Lodge, Over Easy Gondola, Midway, B Lots, D2, Toll House, and at the Cross Country Center.
- The Spruce Peak base area, which is not owned or managed by Vail Resorts, also offers ADA parking options and a parking garage.
What has changed?
Stowe unveiled a revised parking plan starting winter 2022-23. Parking remains fee at the Mansfield Lots, including Lots A, B, D at the Gondola/Midway, and Lot C at Mount Mansfield Monday through Thursday. Paid parking will be implemented at Mount Mansfield Friday through Sunday and holidays. Spruce Peak parking, which is not owned by Vail Resorts, remains paid. Cross Country Center and Toll House satellite lots will remain free lots for all guests. All parking in all lots is free for guests with 4+ people in the vehicle to incentivize carpooling.
Why were these changes made?
Traffic congestion has been an ongoing issue in the town of Stowe for many years. We and the Town of Stowe believe paid parking is a step toward reducing the number of vehicles on the road. By encouraging guests to use public transport, carpool or visit during non-peak times, we hope to move congestion off of the two-lane road leading to the resort and from our main lots. Our goal is to give guests a range of options to access our mountains, from paid lots to free shuttle lots to free public transportation.
What are peak holiday periods?
During the following periods, parking will temporarily be paid at all times at the Mansfield Lots.
Dec. 25-28, 2023
Jan. 1 & 15 2024
Feb. 19-22, 2024
What will you do with the revenue from this new system?
100 percent of the revenue will be reinvested in resort infrastructure including transit and parking management, along with an increased contribution to Green Mountain Transit to enhance public transit services. This new plan is about changing behavior to reduce congestion and improve the experience for everyone.
How do I park for free if my vehicle has four occupants or more?
For free carpool parking, simply follow these steps:
Find one of our Parking Ambassadors, situated throughout the lot. They can verify four or more in a vehicle.
Once verified, our Parking Ambassadors will provide you with a Carpool Parking Code.
Simply apply the Carpool Parking Code to the payment system for free carpool parking.
Do you allow RV Parking?
No. Parking for vehicles longer than 25' is currently unavailable in all lots.
Do you anticipate paid parking spots to sell out daily?
While we do not anticipate that spots will sell out every day, it is important for guests to anticipate a higher volume of visitation during weekends and holiday periods and plan their arrival accordingly.
Won’t it cause further congestion in the ABCD lots since guests need to then actually pay?
Under the paid parking system, the daily fee is paid through a smartphone app with advanced payment and license plate verification. This means there will be no in-person, on-lot transactions.
Does this system allow you to reserve a spot in advance?
No. Advance payment means that you pay at the beginning of the day, when you park, via smartphone app so you don't have to pay on your way out.
**Consider midweek or non-peak visits, use public transport or take advantage of free shuttle lots. Free parking is still available in nearly half of our lots. By giving everyone options, our goal is to allow guests to determine a parking approach that works best for them.