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Gunstock vs Waterville Valley Resort

Waterville Valley Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

The Verdict

Waterville Valley Resort leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Waterville Valley Resort

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Waterville Valley Resort

87.9" average season

Best Terrain
Waterville Valley Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Gunstock

$89 day pass

Easiest Access
Gunstock

0.8h from MHT

Best Village Vibe
Waterville Valley Resort

Charming, walkable village

Gunstock
New Hampshire, USA
$$Ikon
Waterville Valley Resort
New Hampshire, USA
$$Ikon

Family

Ski School Age
3+
3+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
8.0
8.0
Walkability
7.0
8.0
Village Vibe
7.5
8.5

Mountain

Vertical
1,400'
2,020'
Skiable Area
227 ac
255 ac
Green Runs
25%
20%
Trails
48
50
Lifts
7
11

Getting There

Airport
MHT
MHT
Drive Time
0.8h
1.3h
Road Ease
8.0
8.0

Cost

Passes
Ikon
Ikon
Day Pass
$89
$109
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Moderate
Moderate
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Gunstock

60.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

51.4" total

85%

Waterville Valley Resort

87.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

79.6" total

91%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
88"44"0"
Gunstock
Waterville Valley Resort

Key Insights

Waterville Valley Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

Key Differences

  • Waterville Valley Resort's walkability score (8.0) exceeds Gunstock's (7.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Waterville Valley Resort's family village atmosphere score (8.5) exceeds Gunstock's (7.5), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Waterville Valley Resort has greater vertical drop (2,020' vs 1,400'), offering longer runs

Best For

Gunstock

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Budget-conscious families
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

Waterville Valley Resort

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Budget-conscious families
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

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Regions

Colorado
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British Columbia

Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
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