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Gunstock Recreation Area vs Waterville Valley Resort

Waterville Valley Resort excels for families prioritizing family features.

The Verdict

Gunstock Recreation Area leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Gunstock Recreation Area

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Waterville Valley Resort

87.9" average season

Best Terrain
Waterville Valley Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Gunstock Recreation Area

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Gunstock Recreation Area

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Gunstock Recreation Area

Pleasant base area

Gunstock Recreation Area
New Hampshire, United States
$$
Waterville Valley Resort
New Hampshire, United States
$$

Family

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

Mountain

Vertical
1,382'
1,967'
Skiable Area
0 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
19%
13%
Trails
62
82
Lifts
6
10

Getting There

Airport
MHT
MHT
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

Gunstock Recreation Area

59.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

49.9" total

84%

Waterville Valley Resort

87.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

79.6" total

91%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
88"44"0"
Gunstock Recreation Area
Waterville Valley Resort

Key Insights

Waterville Valley Resort excels for families prioritizing family features.

Key Differences

  • Gunstock Recreation Area offers more terrain variety (0 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Waterville Valley Resort has greater vertical drop (1,967' vs 1,382'), offering longer runs

Best For

Gunstock Recreation Area

  • Budget-conscious families

Waterville Valley Resort

  • 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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