Resort Comparison

Loon Mountain Resort vs Stowe Mountain Resort

Stowe Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere. Loon Mountain Resort offers better value, while Stowe Mountain Resort caters to those seeking a premium experience.

The Verdict

Stowe Mountain Resort leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Stowe Mountain Resort

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Loon Mountain Resort

95" average season

Best Terrain
Stowe Mountain Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Loon Mountain Resort

Moderate pricing

Easiest Access
Stowe Mountain Resort

0.8h from BTV

Best Village Vibe
Stowe Mountain Resort

World-class village experience

Loon Mountain Resort
New Hampshire, USA
$$Epic
Stowe Mountain Resort
Vermont, United States
$$$Epic

Family

Ski School Age
3+
3+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
7.5
7.5
Walkability
7.0
6.5
Village Vibe
7.5
9.0

Mountain

Vertical
2,100'
2,160'
Skiable Area
370 ac
485 ac
Green Runs
20%
16%
Trails
61
116
Lifts
11
13

Getting There

Airport
MHT
BTV
Drive Time
1.5h
0.8h
Road Ease
8.0
7.0

Cost

Passes
Epic
Epic
Day Pass
$139
$199
Cost Tier
Moderate
Premium

Village

Dining
Good
Excellent
Grocery
Spa
Pool

Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Loon Mountain Resort

95"

avg season

2024-25 season

88.3" total

93%

Stowe Mountain Resort

92.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

96.3" total

104%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
95"48"0"
Loon Mountain Resort
Stowe Mountain Resort

Key Insights

Stowe Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere. Loon Mountain Resort offers better value, while Stowe Mountain Resort caters to those seeking a premium experience.

Key Differences

  • Stowe Mountain Resort's family village atmosphere score (9.0) exceeds Loon Mountain Resort's (7.5), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Stowe Mountain Resort offers more terrain variety (485 acres vs 370 acres)
  • Loon Mountain Resort is moderately priced while Stowe Mountain Resort falls in the premium category

Best For

Loon Mountain Resort

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

Stowe Mountain Resort

  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

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