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Cochran's Ski Area vs Pico Mountain Resort

Cochran's Ski Area excels for families prioritizing family features, while Pico Mountain Resort offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

The Verdict

Cochran's Ski Area leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Cochran's Ski Area

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Pico Mountain Resort

77.6" average season

Best Terrain
Pico Mountain Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Cochran's Ski Area

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Cochran's Ski Area

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Cochran's Ski Area

Pleasant base area

Cochran's Ski Area
Vermont, United States
$$
Pico Mountain Resort
Vermont, United States
$$

Family

Ski School Age
-
-
Full-Day Program
-
-
Beginner Terrain
6.5
5.0
Walkability
5.0
5.0
Village Vibe
5.0
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
1,640'
1,948'
Skiable Area
0 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
25%
20%
Trails
10
66
Lifts
2
7

Getting There

Airport
BTV
BTV
Drive Time
2h
2h
Road Ease
5.0
5.0

Cost

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

Village

Dining
Limited
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Cochran's Ski Area

66.1"

avg season

2024-25 season

60.4" total

91%

Pico Mountain Resort

77.6"

avg season

2024-25 season

75" total

97%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
78"39"0"
Cochran's Ski Area
Pico Mountain Resort

Key Insights

Cochran's Ski Area excels for families prioritizing family features, while Pico Mountain Resort offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

Key Differences

  • Cochran's Ski Area's beginner terrain score (6.5) exceeds Pico Mountain Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Cochran's Ski Area offers more terrain variety (0 acres vs 0 acres)

Best For

Cochran's Ski Area

  • Families with first-time skiers (good beginner terrain)
  • Budget-conscious families

Pico Mountain Resort

  • Budget-conscious families

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Regions

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Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
Best Time to Go Skiing