Richmond

Cochran's Ski Area

With a mission “to provide area youth and families with affordable skiing and snowboarding, lessons and race training, in the Cochran tradition,” North America's first non-profit ski hill delivers a high-level and safe...
[SEE MORE BELOW]
Beardbrand Up Your Grooming Game 728x90
Winter-Wonder-Vermont-Warmth-Baby-Barn-Fireplace

With a mission “to provide area youth and families with affordable skiing and snowboarding, lessons and race training, in the Cochran tradition,” North America's first non-profit ski hill delivers a high-level and safe learn-to-ski experience, as well as some of the best race training conditions in the region.

Starting in 1961, Mickey and Ginny Cochran operated their backyard rope-tow with the support and commitment from the local community. Working together as a community, each year they were able to introduce countless kids to a favorite Vermont winter pastime. “It was always a non profit,” Mickey’s son Bobby likes to joke, “becoming a 501(c)(3) just made it official.”

Today, the legacy of Mickey and Ginny and their passion for recreation continues on this Vermont hillside. Cochran’s Ski Area hosts 2,000 kids from school programs, facilitates races/training for the next generation of Olympic hopefuls, and provides a welcoming place for thousands of families and youngsters to learn to ski.

Where to ride

YOUR GUIDE TO VERMONT'S 2024/25 WINTER KICKOFF

Winter’s coming in hot! Our guide has all you need to know about opening days, passes, and perks at Vermont’s top resorts. Gear up and get ready for a season of epic runs and cozy après spots.
Sponsored by Stratton Mountain Resort
Check it out
Stratton Mountain Resort Winter Skiing Downhill
Where To ride

YOUR GUIDE TO VERMONT'S 2024/25 WINTER KICKOFF

Winter’s coming in hot! Our guide has all you need to know about opening days, passes, and perks at Vermont’s top resorts. Gear up and get ready for a season of epic runs and cozy après spots.
Sponsored by Stratton Mountain Resort
Check It Out
Sign Up For 2024 Fall Foliage Updates
New Newsletter Signup

Featured Events

View All
envelopephone-handsetmap-markerscreenmagnifiercross