A tragic skiing accident claimed the life of 43-year-old Cory Hartman of Hampton, New Hampshire, on Saturday afternoon March 28 2026 at Sugarbush Resort in Warren, Vermont. Hartman was skiing with his family on Stein’s Run, a challenging double-black diamond trail on Lincoln Peak, when he lost control and slid off the edge into a wooded area.
Ski patrol members located him unresponsive and brought him to the base of the mountain where he was met by Mad River Valley Ambulance personnel. He was pronounced dead at the scene from injuries sustained in the fall. The incident occurred on this steep and technical trail known for its difficult terrain in the heart of the resort’s Lincoln Peak area.
The Vermont State Police confirmed that Hartman’s death does not appear suspicious and that an autopsy was performed by the Chief Medical Examiner’s Office in Burlington. No other skiers were involved in the accident that unfolded during mid-afternoon hours when the resort was active with visitors. The family was skiing together when the fall occurred, and responders worked quickly to reach the wooded area off Stein’s Run.
Cory Hartman was remembered by family and friends as a devoted husband and father of three who cherished time on the slopes with his daughters. He was known for his love of the outdoors and the joy he brought to family outings at resorts like Sugarbush. His presence on the mountain that day reflected his passion for skiing and creating lasting memories with his loved ones in Warren, Vermont.
The Hampton and broader New England community has been left in mourning with tributes highlighting Hartman’s role as a loving father whose warmth and enthusiasm touched everyone around him. Colleagues and neighbors have shared messages of support for his wife and children as they navigate this sudden loss. The tragedy at Sugarbush Resort has prompted reflections on the risks of challenging trails like Stein’s Run even for experienced skiers.
The Vermont State Police and Sugarbush Resort continue to review the circumstances of the March 28 accident on Stein’s Run with no additional details released pending the medical examiner’s final report. The resort has expressed condolences to the family and emphasized safety protocols on its trails in Warren, Vermont. The investigation remains focused on the sequence of events that led to the fall into the wooded area off the double-black diamond trail.
The Sugarbush Resort community and the wider skiing world have come together to honor Cory Hartman with calls for safety awareness on advanced terrain. As the family grieves, the incident serves as a reminder of the importance of caution and preparation on trails like Stein’s Run at Lincoln Peak. Support networks have mobilized to assist the Hartman family during this difficult time in Warren, Vermont.
