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Mad River Glen vs Wildcat Mountain

Wildcat Mountain excels for families prioritizing family features. Mad River Glen offers better value, while Wildcat Mountain caters to those seeking a premium experience.

The Verdict

Mad River Glen leads with 3 wins
Best for Families
Wildcat Mountain

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Wildcat Mountain

106.9" average season

Best Terrain
Wildcat Mountain

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Mad River Glen

$99 day pass

Easiest Access
Mad River Glen

1h from BTV

Best Village Vibe
Mad River Glen

Pleasant base area

Mad River Glen
Vermont, USA
$Indy
Wildcat Mountain
New Hampshire, USA
$$Epic

Family

Ski School Age
4+
4+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
3.5
6.0
Walkability
6.0
5.5
Village Vibe
6.5
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
2,037'
2,112'
Skiable Area
115 ac
225 ac
Green Runs
30%
25%
Trails
53
49
Lifts
5
5

Getting There

Airport
BTV
PWM
Drive Time
1h
1.5h
Road Ease
7.5
7.5

Cost

Passes
Indy
Epic
Day Pass
$99
$109
Cost Tier
Budget
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Mad River Glen

84.5"

avg season

2024-25 season

88.8" total

105%

Wildcat Mountain

106.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

94.4" total

88%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
107"53"0"
Mad River Glen
Wildcat Mountain

Key Insights

Wildcat Mountain excels for families prioritizing family features. Mad River Glen offers better value, while Wildcat Mountain caters to those seeking a premium experience.

Key Differences

  • Wildcat Mountain's beginner terrain score (6.0) exceeds Mad River Glen's (3.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Mad River Glen's family village atmosphere score (6.5) exceeds Wildcat Mountain's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Wildcat Mountain offers more terrain variety (225 acres vs 115 acres)
  • Mad River Glen is budget-friendly while Wildcat Mountain falls in the moderately priced category

Best For

Mad River Glen

  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 4)
  • Budget-conscious families

Wildcat Mountain

  • Families with first-time skiers (good beginner terrain)
  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (225 acres)
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 4)

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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