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Apex vs Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Apex excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability, while Mount Washington Alpine Resort offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

The Verdict

Apex leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Apex

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Mount Washington Alpine Resort

337.5" average ยท Reliably deep

Best Terrain
Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Apex

$75 day pass

Easiest Access
Apex

0.8h from YLW

Best Village Vibe
Apex

Charming, walkable village

Apex
British Columbia, Canada
$$Independent
Mount Washington Alpine Resort
British Columbia, Canada
$$Independent

Family

Ski School Age
3+
3+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
7.5
8.0
Walkability
8.5
7.5
Village Vibe
8.0
7.5

Mountain

Vertical
2,000'
1,657'
Skiable Area
1,112 ac
1,700 ac
Green Runs
18%
20%
Trails
79
81
Lifts
4
7

Getting There

Airport
YLW
YQQ
Drive Time
0.8h
1.5h
Road Ease
6.5
6.5

Cost

Passes
Independent
Independent
Day Pass
$75
$95
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Moderate
Moderate
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Apex

120"

avg season

2024-25 season

117.4" total

98%

Mount Washington Alpine Resort

337.5"

avg season

2024-25 season

378.1" total

112%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
338"169"0"
Apex
Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Key Insights

Apex excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability, while Mount Washington Alpine Resort offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

Key Differences

  • Apex's walkability score (8.5) exceeds Mount Washington Alpine Resort's (7.5), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Mount Washington Alpine Resort offers more terrain variety (1,700 acres vs 1,112 acres)

Best For

Apex

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Budget-conscious families
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

Mount Washington Alpine Resort

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Budget-conscious families
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

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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
Best Time to Go Skiing