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Devil's Head vs Mt. La Crosse

Devil's Head excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

The Verdict

Devil's Head leads with 5 wins
Best for Families
Devil's Head

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Devil's Head

36" average season

Best Terrain
Devil's Head

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Mt. La Crosse

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Devil's Head

0.8h from MSN

Best Village Vibe
Devil's Head

Pleasant base area

Devil's Head
Wisconsin, USA
$$Independent
Mt. La Crosse
Wisconsin, United States
$$

Family

Ski School Age
3+
-
Full-Day Program
-
Beginner Terrain
7.5
6.5
Walkability
7.0
5.0
Village Vibe
7.5
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
500'
447'
Skiable Area
300 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
25%
26%
Trails
30
23
Lifts
11
4

Getting There

Airport
MSN
MKE
Drive Time
0.8h
2h
Road Ease
8.5
5.0

Cost

Passes
Independent
None
Day Pass
$65
$0
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Moderate
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Devil's Head

36"

avg season

2024-25 season

21.2" total

59%

Mt. La Crosse

33.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

21.4" total

63%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
36"18"0"
Devil's Head
Mt. La Crosse

Key Insights

Devil's Head excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

Key Differences

  • Devil's Head's beginner terrain score (7.5) exceeds Mt. La Crosse's (6.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Devil's Head's walkability score (7.0) exceeds Mt. La Crosse's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Devil's Head's family village atmosphere score (7.5) exceeds Mt. La Crosse's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Devil's Head offers more terrain variety (300 acres vs 0 acres)

Best For

Devil's Head

  • Those seeking a walkable village experience
  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere
  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (300 acres)

Mt. La Crosse

  • Budget-conscious families

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Guides

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