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Jay Peak Resort vs Loon Mountain Resort

Jay Peak Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

The Verdict

Jay Peak Resort leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Jay Peak Resort

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Loon Mountain Resort

95" average season

Best Terrain
Jay Peak Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Loon Mountain Resort

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Jay Peak Resort

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Jay Peak Resort

Charming, walkable village

Jay Peak Resort
Vermont, USA
$$Ikon
Loon Mountain Resort
New Hampshire, United States
$$

Family

Ski School Age
3+
-
Full-Day Program
-
Beginner Terrain
7.5
6.5
Walkability
7.5
5.0
Village Vibe
8.0
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
2,153'
2,200'
Skiable Area
385 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
22%
26%
Trails
81
81
Lifts
9
13

Getting There

Airport
BTV
MHT
Drive Time
1.5h
2h
Road Ease
7.5
5.0

Cost

Passes
Ikon
None
Day Pass
$109
$0
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Good
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%

Loon Mountain Resort

95"

avg season

2024-25 season

88.3" total

93%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
95"48"0"
Jay Peak Resort
Loon Mountain Resort

Key Insights

Jay Peak Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

Key Differences

  • Jay Peak Resort's beginner terrain score (7.5) exceeds Loon Mountain Resort's (6.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Jay Peak Resort's walkability score (7.5) exceeds Loon Mountain Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Jay Peak Resort's family village atmosphere score (8.0) exceeds Loon Mountain Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Jay Peak Resort offers more terrain variety (385 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Loon Mountain Resort has more beginner/intermediate terrain (78% green and blue), while Jay Peak Resort skews more advanced (40% black and double black)

Best For

Jay Peak Resort

  • Those seeking a walkable village experience
  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere
  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (385 acres)

Loon Mountain Resort

  • 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