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Anthony Lakes vs Mt Hood Meadows

Mt Hood Meadows excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain. Anthony Lakes offers better value, while Mt Hood Meadows caters to those seeking a premium experience.

The Verdict

Mt Hood Meadows leads with 5 wins
Best for Families
Mt Hood Meadows

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Mt Hood Meadows

270.9" average season

Best Terrain
Mt Hood Meadows

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Anthony Lakes

$49 day pass

Easiest Access
Mt Hood Meadows

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Mt Hood Meadows

Pleasant base area

Anthony Lakes
Oregon, USA
$Independent
Mt Hood Meadows
Oregon, USA
$$Ikon

Family

Ski School Age
4+
4+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
7.0
7.5
Walkability
6.0
6.5
Village Vibe
5.5
6.0

Mountain

Vertical
900'
2,777'
Skiable Area
900 ac
2,150 ac
Green Runs
20%
15%
Trails
21
87
Lifts
3
11

Getting There

Airport
BOI
PDX
Drive Time
3h
1.5h
Road Ease
5.5
6.5

Cost

Passes
Independent
Ikon
Day Pass
$49
$139
Cost Tier
Budget
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Moderate
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Anthony Lakes

136.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

149" total

109%

Mt Hood Meadows

270.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

299.3" total

110%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
271"135"0"
Anthony Lakes
Mt Hood Meadows

Key Insights

Mt Hood Meadows excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain. Anthony Lakes offers better value, while Mt Hood Meadows caters to those seeking a premium experience.

Key Differences

  • Mt Hood Meadows offers more terrain variety (2,150 acres vs 900 acres)
  • Mt Hood Meadows has greater vertical drop (2,777' vs 900'), offering longer runs
  • Anthony Lakes is budget-friendly while Mt Hood Meadows falls in the moderately priced category

Best For

Anthony Lakes

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 4)
  • Budget-conscious families
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

Mt Hood Meadows

  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (2,150 acres)
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 4)
  • Budget-conscious families

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Regions

Colorado
Utah
British Columbia

Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
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