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Jay Peak Resort vs Mad River Glen

Mad River Glen excels for families prioritizing family features.

The Verdict

Jay Peak Resort leads with 6 wins
Best for Families
Jay Peak Resort

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Jay Peak Resort

93.7" average season

Best Terrain
Jay Peak Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Jay Peak Resort

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Jay Peak Resort

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Jay Peak Resort

Pleasant base area

Jay Peak Resort
Vermont, United States
$$
Mad River Glen
Vermont, United States
$$

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
2,116'
1,990'
Skiable Area
0 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
22%
23%
Trails
97
70
Lifts
9
5

Getting There

Airport
BTV
BTV
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

Jay Peak Resort

93.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

96.8" total

103%

Mad River Glen

84.5"

avg season

2024-25 season

88.8" total

105%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
94"47"0"
Jay Peak Resort
Mad River Glen

Key Insights

Mad River Glen excels for families prioritizing family features.

Key Differences

  • Jay Peak Resort offers more terrain variety (0 acres vs 0 acres)

Best For

Jay Peak Resort

  • Budget-conscious families

Mad River Glen

  • 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
Best Time to Go Skiing