Fire Destroys Clubhouse and Restaurant at Sugarbush Resort

Sugarbush Resort, Warren, Vermont, September 26, 2025

News Summary

A devastating fire at Vermont’s Sugarbush Resort has destroyed the golf clubhouse and Hogan’s Pub. The blaze ignited late Wednesday night, catching locals and golfers off guard. No injuries were reported, but damages to the clubhouse are deemed irreparable. Multiple fire departments responded quickly to prevent further destruction. The resort is now focused on strategies to continue golf operations while investigating the fire’s cause. Community sentiment leans towards hope for a rebuild that preserves the character of this beloved spot for golfers.

Warren, Vermont — Fire Destroys Clubhouse and Restaurant at Sugarbush Resort

Blaze rips through clubhouse late Wednesday, golfers and locals stunned

Golfers who love that last-round drink with a sunset view woke up to bad news after a late-night inferno at one of New England’s most recognizable mountain resorts. The scene was dramatic and fast-moving, and the damage looks severe.

A fire at Vermont’s Sugarbush Resort occurred on Wednesday night, destroying the golf clubhouse and Hogan’s Pub. This is the hard, unvarnished line: the clubhouse and the attached restaurant are gone.

The blaze broke out at approximately 10:30 PM. Witnesses and the resort’s early posts pointed to intense flames that ate through the building in hours.

The resort shared images of orange and purple flames engulfing the building, pictures that already feel like a loss for anyone who savors those sweeping mountain views while scoring a birdie or two. Crews from multiple local departments piled in fast — this was a collective effort to stop the fire from spreading farther across the course or into nearby woods.

Crews from multiple fire departments including Warren, Waitsfield, Fayston, Moretown, and Waterbury responded to the fire. Their presence and quick action likely kept the damage from getting worse.

No injuries were reported as a result of the fire. That fact is the only clean bit of relief in this messy, smoky story.

Sugarbush Resort described the damages as irreparable, a brutal word for the clubhouse and Hogan’s Pub — places that doubled as the 19th-hole clubhouse for many regulars. The resort is already moving to figure out how golfers can finish the season, and management is working on a plan to maintain golf operations for the remainder of the season.

The cause is not known yet. The resort has said that fire investigators are scheduled to arrive and that the matter is under investigation. The resort also made a point of thanking the responding departments for their hard work and professionalism in a social media post.

For the golfers who loved the deck

The clubhouse once provided fans and players with those postcard moments — sweeping looks back at the finishing holes and the slopes. According to the resort’s website, the clubhouse provided “sweeping views of the 18th green, the rolling fairways, and the slopes of Lincoln Peak from [its] spacious, expanded deck.” That selling point made it a favorite spot for after-round banter and a cold one when the sun faded.

Online reactions have been a mix of sadness and encouragement. Social media feedback included messages of sadness and hope for a rebuild that replicates the original atmosphere and keeps the clubhouse vibe alive for next season. The community sentiment is strong: people want the course to come back, and they want the character of the place preserved.

For context on the resort itself: Sugarbush Resort is one of the largest ski areas in New England, located in Warren, Vermont, approximately 45 miles northwest of Burlington. The resort gained national attention earlier in the year when Vice President JD Vance visited and was met with peaceful protests.

Logistics notes from the scene: as of the early morning after the fire, there were travel impacts. As of 5:30 AM on Thursday, traffic on Golf Course Road was shut down due to the fire scene, with delays expected for motorists. If you’re heading that way, expect detours and slow-moving traffic until crews clear out and investigators finish their work.

What this means for the season

From a golf perspective, losing the clubhouse is more than losing a building. It’s losing a touchstone for post-round camaraderie, hospitality, and that final view of the 18th. But courses bounce back when the community is behind them. The resort is developing a plan to maintain golf operations for the remainder of the season, and that will be the key to keeping tee sheets full and members smiling.

Fire investigators are due on scene to start piecing together how this happened. Until then, the course will be operating around a big hole in its heart but with the same rolling fairways and greens golfers come to play.

Takeaway for golfers

If you love to tee it up at Sugarbush, watch the resort’s official channels for updates about tee times and temporary hospitality options. Expect some disruption, but also expect the golf community to rally — because that’s what happens when a clubhouse that served as a town hub goes dark.

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Quick Facts Table

As an expert golf writer: keep an eye on the tee sheet and the resort’s official updates. The fairways might remain playable, but the clubhouse that framed many post-round memories will take time to replace. For now, golfers should expect adjustments and pitch in support where they can — that’s how these courses come roaring back.

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HERE Resources

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Additional Resources

• NBC 5
• Wikipedia: Sugarbush Resort
• Boston.com
• Google Search: Vermont Ski Resort fire
• Powder Magazine
• Google Scholar: Sugarbush Resort
• CBS News Boston
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Sugarbush Resort
• NBC Boston
• Google News: Sugarbush Resort fire

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