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Apex vs Troll Resort

Apex excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

The Verdict

Apex leads with 5 wins
Best for Families
Apex

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Apex

120" average season

Best Terrain
Apex

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Troll Resort

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Apex

0.8h from YLW

Best Village Vibe
Apex

Charming, walkable village

Apex
British Columbia, Canada
$$Independent
Troll Resort
British Columbia, Canada
$$

Family

Ski School Age
3+
-
Full-Day Program
-
Beginner Terrain
7.5
5.0
Walkability
8.5
5.0
Village Vibe
8.0
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
2,000'
1,715'
Skiable Area
1,112 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
18%
11%
Trails
79
37
Lifts
4
5

Getting There

Airport
YLW
YVR
Drive Time
0.8h
2h
Road Ease
6.5
5.0

Cost

Passes
Independent
None
Day Pass
$75
$0
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Moderate
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Apex

120"

avg season

2024-25 season

117.4" total

98%

Troll Resort

115.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

117" total

101%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
120"60"0"
Apex
Troll Resort

Key Insights

Apex excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

Key Differences

  • Apex's beginner terrain score (7.5) exceeds Troll Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Apex's walkability score (8.5) exceeds Troll Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Apex's family village atmosphere score (8.0) exceeds Troll Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Apex offers more terrain variety (1,112 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Apex has more beginner/intermediate terrain (58% green and blue), while Troll Resort skews more advanced (59% black and double black)

Best For

Apex

  • Families with first-time skiers (good beginner terrain)
  • Those seeking a walkable village experience
  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere

Troll Resort

  • Budget-conscious families
  • Expert skiers (59% advanced terrain)

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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