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Buttermilk vs Winter Park Resort

Winter Park Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

The Verdict

Winter Park Resort leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Winter Park Resort

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Buttermilk

120.2" average season

Best Terrain
Winter Park Resort

3,060' of vertical

Best Value
Buttermilk

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Winter Park Resort

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Winter Park Resort

Pleasant base area

Buttermilk
Colorado, United States
$$
Winter Park Resort
Colorado, United States
$$Ikon

Family

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

Mountain

Vertical
1,999'
3,060'
Skiable Area
0 ac
3,081 ac
Green Runs
24%
8%
Trails
50
166
Lifts
8
24

Getting There

Airport
DEN
DEN
Drive Time
2h
1.5h
Road Ease
5.0
6.5

Cost

Passes
None
Ikon
Day Pass
$0
$209
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Moderate
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Buttermilk

120.2"

avg season

2024-25 season

109.2" total

91%

Winter Park Resort

111.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

108.7" total

97%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
120"60"0"
Buttermilk
Winter Park Resort

Key Insights

Winter Park Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

Key Differences

  • Winter Park Resort's beginner terrain score (8.0) exceeds Buttermilk's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Winter Park Resort's walkability score (7.5) exceeds Buttermilk's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Winter Park Resort's family village atmosphere score (7.5) exceeds Buttermilk's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Winter Park Resort offers more terrain variety (3,081 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Winter Park Resort has greater vertical drop (3,060' vs 1,999'), offering longer runs

Best For

Buttermilk

  • Budget-conscious families

Winter Park Resort

  • 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

Colorado
Utah
British Columbia

Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
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