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Resort Comparison

Jay Peak Resort vs Sunday River

Sunday River excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

The Verdict

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

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Jay Peak Resort

93.7" average season

Best Terrain
Sunday River

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Jay Peak Resort

Moderate pricing

Easiest Access
Jay Peak Resort

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Jay Peak Resort

Charming, walkable village

Jay Peak Resort
Vermont, USA
$$Ikon
Sunday River
Maine, United States
$$Ikon

Family

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

Mountain

Vertical
2,153'
2,340'
Skiable Area
385 ac
870 ac
Green Runs
22%
30%
Trails
81
135
Lifts
9
18

Getting There

Airport
BTV
PWM
Drive Time
1.5h
1.5h
Road Ease
7.5
7.0

Cost

Passes
Ikon
Ikon
Day Pass
$109
$139
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Good
Good
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%

Sunday River

84.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

69.4" total

82%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
94"47"0"
Jay Peak Resort
Sunday River

Key Insights

Sunday River excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

Key Differences

  • Sunday River's beginner terrain score (8.5) exceeds Jay Peak Resort's (7.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Sunday River offers more terrain variety (870 acres vs 385 acres)

Best For

Jay Peak Resort

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

Sunday River

  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (870 acres)
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • 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