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Ferguson Ridge Ski Area vs Mount Ashland

Ferguson Ridge Ski Area excels for families prioritizing family features, while Mount Ashland offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

The Verdict

Ferguson Ridge Ski Area leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Ferguson Ridge Ski Area

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Mount Ashland

144.4" average season

Best Terrain
Mount Ashland

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Ferguson Ridge Ski Area

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Ferguson Ridge Ski Area

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Ferguson Ridge Ski Area

Pleasant base area

Ferguson Ridge Ski Area
Oregon, United States
$$
Mount Ashland
Oregon, United States
$$

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
655'
1,173'
Skiable Area
0 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
35%
3%
Trails
17
36
Lifts
2
5

Getting There

Airport
PDX
PDX
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

Ferguson Ridge Ski Area

124"

avg season

2024-25 season

134.7" total

109%

Mount Ashland

144.4"

avg season

2024-25 season

214" total

148%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
144"72"0"
Ferguson Ridge Ski Area
Mount Ashland

Key Insights

Ferguson Ridge Ski Area excels for families prioritizing family features, while Mount Ashland offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

Key Differences

  • Ferguson Ridge Ski Area's beginner terrain score (6.5) exceeds Mount Ashland's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Ferguson Ridge Ski Area offers more terrain variety (0 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Mount Ashland has greater vertical drop (1,173' vs 655'), offering longer runs

Best For

Ferguson Ridge Ski Area

  • Families with first-time skiers (good beginner terrain)
  • Budget-conscious families
  • Expert skiers (41% advanced terrain)

Mount Ashland

  • Budget-conscious families

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Regions

Colorado
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Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
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