Resort Comparison

Buckskin Hills Ski + Tubing Hill vs Cherry Peak

Cherry Peak excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability. Buckskin Hills Ski + Tubing Hill offers better value, while Cherry Peak caters to those seeking a premium experience.

The Verdict

Cherry Peak leads with 4 wins

Best for Families

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall

84.6" average season

Best Terrain

Buckskin Hills Ski + Tubing Hill

Impressive mountain

Best Value

Buckskin Hills Ski + Tubing Hill

$0 day pass

Easiest Access

Easy mountain roads

Best Village Vibe

Pleasant base area

Buckskin Hills Ski + Tubing Hill

Utah, United States

$$

Utah, USA

$Independent

Family

Ski School Age

-

3+

Full-Day Program

-

Beginner Terrain

6.5

8.5

Walkability

5.0

7.5

Village Vibe

5.0

6.5

Mountain

Vertical

1,640'

1,265'

Skiable Area

0 ac

200 ac

Green Runs

25%

35%

Trails

10

20

Lifts

1

4

Getting There

Airport

SLC

SLC

Drive Time

2h

1.5h

Road Ease

5.0

8.0

Cost

Passes

None

Independent

Day Pass

$0

$49

Cost Tier

Moderate

Budget

Village

Dining

Limited

Limited

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Buckskin Hills Ski + Tubing Hill

35.1"

avg season

2024-25 season

28.5" total

81%

Cherry Peak

84.6"

avg season

2024-25 season

86.6" total

102%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

85"42"0"

Buckskin Hills Ski + Tubing Hill

Cherry Peak

Key Insights

Cherry Peak excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability. Buckskin Hills Ski + Tubing Hill offers better value, while Cherry Peak caters to those seeking a premium experience.

Key Differences

Cherry Peak's beginner terrain score (8.5) exceeds Buckskin Hills Ski + Tubing Hill's (6.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
Cherry Peak's walkability score (7.5) exceeds Buckskin Hills Ski + Tubing Hill's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
Cherry Peak's family village atmosphere score (6.5) exceeds Buckskin Hills Ski + Tubing Hill's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
Cherry Peak offers more terrain variety (200 acres vs 0 acres)
Cherry Peak is budget-friendly while Buckskin Hills Ski + Tubing Hill falls in the moderately priced category

Best For

Buckskin Hills Ski + Tubing Hill

Budget-conscious families

Cherry Peak

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

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Regions

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Guides

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