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Buttermilk vs Loveland

Loveland excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain.

The Verdict

Loveland leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Loveland

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Buttermilk

120.2" average season

Best Terrain
Loveland

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Buttermilk

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Loveland

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Loveland

Pleasant base area

Buttermilk
Colorado, United States
$$
Loveland
Colorado, USA
$$Independent

Family

Ski School Age
-
3+
Full-Day Program
-
Beginner Terrain
5.0
7.5
Walkability
5.0
6.0
Village Vibe
5.0
5.5

Mountain

Vertical
1,999'
2,210'
Skiable Area
0 ac
1,800 ac
Green Runs
24%
15%
Trails
50
94
Lifts
8
11

Getting There

Airport
DEN
DEN
Drive Time
2h
1.2h
Road Ease
5.0
5.5

Cost

Passes
None
Independent
Day Pass
$0
$99
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Buttermilk

120.2"

avg season

2024-25 season

109.2" total

91%

Loveland

114"

avg season

2024-25 season

107.6" total

94%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
120"60"0"
Buttermilk
Loveland

Key Insights

Loveland excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain.

Key Differences

  • Loveland's beginner terrain score (7.5) exceeds Buttermilk's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Loveland's walkability score (6.0) exceeds Buttermilk's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Loveland offers more terrain variety (1,800 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Buttermilk has more beginner/intermediate terrain (70% green and blue), while Loveland skews more advanced (45% black and double black)

Best For

Buttermilk

  • Budget-conscious families

Loveland

  • Families with first-time skiers (good beginner terrain)
  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (1,800 acres)
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)

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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