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Houghton University vs Windham Mountain Club

Houghton University excels for families prioritizing family features, while Windham Mountain Club offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

The Verdict

Houghton University leads with 5 wins
Best for Families
Houghton University

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Windham Mountain Club

60.4" average season

Best Terrain
Houghton University

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Houghton University

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Houghton University

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Houghton University

Pleasant base area

Houghton University
New York, United States
$$
Windham Mountain Club
New York, United States
$$

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
1,640'
1,413'
Skiable Area
0 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
25%
24%
Trails
10
54
Lifts
2
10

Getting There

Airport
ALB
ALB
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

Houghton University

51.4"

avg season

2024-25 season

45.6" total

89%

Windham Mountain Club

60.4"

avg season

2024-25 season

55.1" total

91%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
60"30"0"
Houghton University
Windham Mountain Club

Key Insights

Houghton University excels for families prioritizing family features, while Windham Mountain Club offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

Key Differences

  • Houghton University's beginner terrain score (6.5) exceeds Windham Mountain Club's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Houghton University offers more terrain variety (0 acres vs 0 acres)

Best For

Houghton University

  • Families with first-time skiers (good beginner terrain)
  • Budget-conscious families

Windham Mountain Club

  • Budget-conscious families

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Regions

Colorado
Utah
British Columbia

Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
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