Resort Comparison

Deer Valley Resort vs Smugglers' Notch Resort

Smugglers' Notch Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability, while Deer Valley Resort offers more terrain for diverse skill levels. Smugglers' Notch Resort's ski school starting at age 2.5 may be decisive for families with young children.

The Verdict

Deer Valley Resort leads with 3 wins

Best for Families

Smugglers' Notch Resort

Ski school from age 2.5

Best Snowfall

Deer Valley Resort

128.1" average season

Best Terrain

Deer Valley Resort

3,000' of vertical

Best Value

Smugglers' Notch Resort

$99 day pass

Easiest Access

Deer Valley Resort

0.8h from SLC

Best Village Vibe

Smugglers' Notch Resort

World-class village experience

Deer Valley Resort

Utah, United States

$$$$Ikon

Smugglers' Notch Resort

Vermont, USA

$$Independent

Family

Ski School Age

2.5+

Full-Day Program

Beginner Terrain

9.0

Walkability

8.5

Village Vibe

9.2

9.5

Mountain

Vertical

3,000'

2,610'

Skiable Area

2,026 ac

311 ac

Green Runs

27%

25%

Trails

103

Lifts

Getting There

Airport

SLC

BTV

Drive Time

0.8h

Road Ease

8.0

7.5

Cost

Passes

Ikon

Independent

Day Pass

$275

$99

Cost Tier

Luxury

Moderate

Village

Dining

Excellent

Moderate

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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