Resort Comparison

Bolton Valley Resort vs Loon Mountain Resort

Loon Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

The Verdict

Loon Mountain Resort leads with 4 wins

Best for Families

Loon Mountain Resort

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall

Loon Mountain Resort

95" average season

Best Terrain

Bolton Valley Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value

Bolton Valley Resort

$0 day pass

Easiest Access

Loon Mountain Resort

Easy mountain roads

Best Village Vibe

Loon Mountain Resort

Pleasant base area

Bolton Valley Resort

Vermont, United States

$$

Loon Mountain Resort

New Hampshire, USA

$$Epic

Family

Ski School Age

-

3+

Full-Day Program

-

Beginner Terrain

6.5

7.5

Walkability

5.0

7.0

Village Vibe

5.0

7.5

Mountain

Vertical

2,773'

2,100'

Skiable Area

0 ac

370 ac

Green Runs

39%

20%

Trails

77

61

Lifts

6

11

Getting There

Airport

BTV

MHT

Drive Time

2h

1.5h

Road Ease

5.0

8.0

Cost

Passes

None

Epic

Day Pass

$0

$139

Cost Tier

Moderate

Moderate

Village

Dining

Limited

Good

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Bolton Valley Resort

91"

avg season

2024-25 season

91.2" total

100%

Loon Mountain Resort

95"

avg season

2024-25 season

88.3" total

93%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

95"48"0"

Bolton Valley Resort

Loon Mountain Resort

Key Insights

Loon Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

Key Differences

Loon Mountain Resort's beginner terrain score (7.5) exceeds Bolton Valley Resort's (6.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
Loon Mountain Resort's walkability score (7.0) exceeds Bolton Valley Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
Loon Mountain Resort's family village atmosphere score (7.5) exceeds Bolton Valley Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
Loon Mountain Resort offers more terrain variety (370 acres vs 0 acres)
Bolton Valley Resort has greater vertical drop (2,773' vs 2,100'), offering longer runs

Best For

Bolton Valley Resort

Budget-conscious families

Loon Mountain Resort

Those seeking a walkable village experience
Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere
Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (370 acres)

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Regions

British Columbia

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Guides

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