Resort Comparison

Meadowlark Ski Lodge (Big Horn Ski Resort) vs Shirley Basin Ski Area

Shirley Basin Ski Area excels for families prioritizing family features.

The Verdict

Meadowlark Ski Lodge (Big Horn Ski Resort) leads with 5 wins
Best for Families
Meadowlark Ski Lodge (Big Horn Ski Resort)

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Meadowlark Ski Lodge (Big Horn Ski Resort)

85.4" average season

Best Terrain
Shirley Basin Ski Area

Impressive mountain

Easiest Access
Meadowlark Ski Lodge (Big Horn Ski Resort)

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Meadowlark Ski Lodge (Big Horn Ski Resort)

Pleasant base area

Shirley Basin Ski Area
Wyoming, 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
793'
1,640'
Skiable Area
0 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
55%
25%
Trails
11
10
Lifts
2
2

Getting There

Airport
JAC
JAC
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

Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Meadowlark Ski Lodge (Big Horn Ski Resort)

85.4"

avg season

2024-25 season

73" total

85%

Shirley Basin Ski Area

70.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

63.4" total

90%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
85"43"0"
Meadowlark Ski Lodge (Big Horn Ski Resort)
Shirley Basin Ski Area

Key Insights

Shirley Basin Ski Area excels for families prioritizing family features.

Key Differences

  • Meadowlark Ski Lodge (Big Horn Ski Resort) offers more terrain variety (0 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Shirley Basin Ski Area has greater vertical drop (1,640' vs 793'), offering longer runs
  • Meadowlark Ski Lodge (Big Horn Ski Resort) has more beginner/intermediate terrain (91% green and blue), while Shirley Basin Ski Area skews more advanced (35% black and double black)

Best For

Meadowlark Ski Lodge (Big Horn Ski Resort)

  • Budget-conscious families

Shirley Basin Ski Area

  • Budget-conscious families

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