Resort Comparison

Houghton University vs Windham Mountain

Windham Mountain excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

The Verdict

Windham Mountain leads with 5 wins

Best for Families

Windham Mountain

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall

Windham Mountain

57.3" average season

Best Terrain

Windham Mountain

Impressive mountain

Best Value

Houghton University

$0 day pass

Easiest Access

Windham Mountain

0.8h from ALB

Best Village Vibe

Windham Mountain

Pleasant base area

Houghton University

New York, United States

$$

Windham Mountain

New York, USA

$$Epic

Family

Ski School Age

-

3+

Full-Day Program

-

Beginner Terrain

6.5

8.0

Walkability

5.0

7.0

Village Vibe

5.0

7.5

Mountain

Vertical

1,640'

1,600'

Skiable Area

0 ac

285 ac

Green Runs

25%

24%

Trails

10

54

Lifts

2

11

Getting There

Airport

ALB

ALB

Drive Time

2h

0.8h

Road Ease

5.0

8.5

Cost

Passes

None

Epic

Day Pass

$0

$129

Cost Tier

Moderate

Moderate

Village

Dining

Limited

Moderate

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Houghton University

51.4"

avg season

2024-25 season

45.6" total

89%

Windham Mountain

57.3"

avg season

2024-25 season

49.1" total

86%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

57"29"0"

Houghton University

Windham Mountain

Key Insights

Windham Mountain excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

Key Differences

Windham Mountain's beginner terrain score (8.0) exceeds Houghton University's (6.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
Windham Mountain's walkability score (7.0) exceeds Houghton University's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
Windham Mountain's family village atmosphere score (7.5) exceeds Houghton University's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
Windham Mountain offers more terrain variety (285 acres vs 0 acres)

Best For

Houghton University

Budget-conscious families

Windham Mountain

Families with first-time skiers (excellent beginner terrain)
Those seeking a walkable village experience
Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere

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