Okemo’s Timber Ripper Mountain Coaster is Vermont’s fastest mountain coaster and a must-add to your summer bucket list. Located at Okemo Mountain Resort in Ludlow, Vermont, the single or shared ride experience travels through the alpine forest and Jackson Gore Village, meaning riders get to enjoy scenic mountain views as they zip through the curves of track. The exhilarating ride is just one of the many spectacular summertime adventures in Ludlow, a beautiful Green Mountain town just 3 hours from Boston.
Adventure Zone at Okemo Mountain Resort
Okemo’s Timber Ripper Mountain Coaster is one of the 8 outdoor experiences to explore with an All Day Adventure Pass. The mountain coaster begins with a picturesque 1,600-foot climb followed by a 375 vertical-foot descent along 3,100 feet of track with waves, camel backs, banking loops and a “twister” section, at speeds of up to 25 miles-per-hour!
The coaster is so fun, you’ll immediately want to go back for seconds! The All Day Adventure Pass includes unlimited rides on the coaster, making it a no-brainer. In addition to access to Vermont’s fastest mountain coaster, the pass also includes bungee trampolining, rides on a scenic chair lift, mini golf, bouncy house access, ropes courses, and much more!
About Okemo Mountain Resort
Okemo is one of the Northeast’s premiere mountain resorts. In winter, it’s a popular skiing destination, the most family-friendly in the Northeast, in fall, it’s a favorite vantage point for changing leaves, and spring and summer make it the perfect spot for picturesque boundless outdoor adventure!
The resort offers access to some of the best terrain, scenic hikes, summer activities, and delicious food, including a seasonally inspired menu. Visitors can enjoy a delicious meal at Coleman Brooke Tavern like a tuna niçoise salad, Vermont grilled cheese with crisp Granny Smith apples, or short rib bao, and the Okemo’s signature milkshakes at the summit!
Sip on a creamy strawberry shake while enjoying views from 3,200-feet above. While you’re at the Summit, it’s imperative to visit Okemo Mountain Resort’s Fire Tower.
Summer activities in the charming town of Ludlow, Vermont
From picturesque fire towers to summit yoga to wild waterfalls and everything in between, Ludlow is a gorgeous summertime retreat for nature enthusiasts craving crisp mountain air.
Views from Okemo Fire Tower
The Ludlow attraction is located at the mountain summit and climbs an additional 60 feet, offering unparallel 360° views of the mountains. Epic Pass holders have complimentary access to the Sunburst Six Chairlift which takes you straight to the fire tower. It’s also accessible by hiking the Healdville Trail or driving up Mountain Road.
Enjoy Ludlow’s farm-to-table dining
The town of Ludlow offers tons of great dining options (with plenty of Vermont dairy) and local farm-to-table ingredients! Main + Mountain, located on scenic Vermont 103 offers delicious comfort food with seasonally inspired ingredients.
You can’t leave Ludlow without getting a maple creemee at the picturesque Green Mountain Sugar House, a maple specialty shop with great creemees and Adirondack chairs that overlook Reservoir Pond and the mountains, talk about a treat with a view!
Swim in a wild waterfall pool
In Okemo State Forest are a series of dazzling emerald waterfalls, Buttermilk Falls along Branch Brook. The waterfalls are swimmer-friendly, according to Vermont River Conservancy. The pools are deep and wide enough for a refreshing summer dip. The falls are a part of Ludlow’s massive 8,000-acre Okemo State Forest.
Stay at a picturesque mountain view lodge
Jackson Gore Inn is conveniently located at Okemo Mountain Resort. The inn offers easy access to mountain fun year-round, plus two wellness centers, some of the best food in Ludlow, and the most breathtaking mountain sunsets!
Find all of the summer adventure and lodging at Okemo Mountain Resort located in Ludlow, Vermont!