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Lost Trail vs Magic Mountain Resort

Magic Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing family features.

The Verdict

Lost Trail leads with 6 wins
Best for Families
Lost Trail

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Lost Trail

113.5" average season

Best Terrain
Lost Trail

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Lost Trail

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Lost Trail

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Lost Trail

Pleasant base area

Lost Trail
Idaho, United States
$$
Magic Mountain Resort
Idaho, United States
$$

Family

Ski School Age
-
-
Full-Day Program
-
-
Beginner Terrain
6.5
6.5
Walkability
5.0
5.0
Village Vibe
5.0
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
1,753'
614'
Skiable Area
0 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
26%
26%
Trails
46
34
Lifts
8
3

Getting There

Airport
BOI
BOI
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

Lost Trail

113.5"

avg season

2024-25 season

117.2" total

103%

Magic Mountain Resort

95.6"

avg season

2024-25 season

93.6" total

98%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
114"57"0"
Lost Trail
Magic Mountain Resort

Key Insights

Magic Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing family features.

Key Differences

  • Lost Trail offers more terrain variety (0 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Lost Trail has greater vertical drop (1,753' vs 614'), offering longer runs
  • Lost Trail has more beginner/intermediate terrain (74% green and blue), while Magic Mountain Resort skews more advanced (41% black and double black)

Best For

Lost Trail

  • Budget-conscious families

Magic Mountain Resort

  • Budget-conscious families
  • Expert skiers (41% advanced terrain)

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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