Resort Comparison

Killington Resort vs Smugglers' Notch Resort

Killington Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain.

The Verdict

Killington Resort leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Killington Resort

Ski school from age 2

Best Snowfall
Smugglers' Notch Resort

92.8" average season

Best Terrain
Killington Resort

3,050' of vertical

Best Value
Smugglers' Notch Resort

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Killington Resort

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Killington Resort

Pleasant base area

Killington Resort
Vermont, United States
$$Ikon
Smugglers' Notch Resort
Vermont, United States
$$

Family

Ski School Age
2+
-
Full-Day Program
-
Beginner Terrain
8.0
5.0
Walkability
6.0
5.0
Village Vibe
6.5
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
3,050'
2,531'
Skiable Area
1,509 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
28%
15%
Trails
155
110
Lifts
22
9

Getting There

Airport
BTV
BTV
Drive Time
1.5h
2h
Road Ease
6.5
5.0

Cost

Passes
Ikon
None
Day Pass
$179
$0
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Good
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool

Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Killington Resort

82"

avg season

2024-25 season

79.2" total

97%

Smugglers' Notch Resort

92.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

96.3" total

104%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
93"46"0"
Killington Resort
Smugglers' Notch Resort

Key Insights

Killington Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain.

Key Differences

  • Killington Resort's beginner terrain score (8.0) exceeds Smugglers' Notch Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Killington Resort's walkability score (6.0) exceeds Smugglers' Notch Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Killington Resort's family village atmosphere score (6.5) exceeds Smugglers' Notch Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Killington Resort offers more terrain variety (1,509 acres vs 0 acres)

Best For

Killington Resort

  • Families with first-time skiers (excellent beginner terrain)
  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere
  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (1,509 acres)

Smugglers' Notch Resort

  • Budget-conscious families

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