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Anthony Lakes vs Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort

Anthony Lakes excels for families prioritizing family features. Anthony Lakes offers better value, while Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort caters to those seeking a premium experience.

The Verdict

Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Anthony Lakes

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort

272.8" average season

Best Terrain
Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Anthony Lakes

Pleasant base area

Anthony Lakes
Oregon, USA
$Independent
Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort
Oregon, United States
$$

Family

Ski School Age
4+
-
Full-Day Program
-
Beginner Terrain
7.0
5.0
Walkability
6.0
5.0
Village Vibe
5.5
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
900'
2,755'
Skiable Area
900 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
20%
13%
Trails
21
94
Lifts
3
12

Getting There

Airport
BOI
PDX
Drive Time
3h
2h
Road Ease
5.5
5.0

Cost

Passes
Independent
None
Day Pass
$49
$0
Cost Tier
Budget
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Limited
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 Ski Resort

272.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

281.8" total

103%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
273"136"0"
Anthony Lakes
Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort

Key Insights

Anthony Lakes excels for families prioritizing family features. Anthony Lakes offers better value, while Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort caters to those seeking a premium experience.

Key Differences

  • Anthony Lakes's beginner terrain score (7.0) exceeds Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Anthony Lakes's walkability score (6.0) exceeds Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Anthony Lakes offers more terrain variety (900 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort has greater vertical drop (2,755' vs 900'), offering longer runs
  • Anthony Lakes is budget-friendly while Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort falls in the moderately priced category

Best For

Anthony Lakes

  • Families with first-time skiers (good beginner terrain)
  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (900 acres)
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 4)

Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort

  • Budget-conscious families

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Regions

Colorado
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Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

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