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Mont Orford vs Mont-Sainte-Anne

Mont-Sainte-Anne excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

The Verdict

Mont Orford leads with 3 wins
Best for Families
Mont Orford

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Mont-Sainte-Anne

96.2" average season

Best Terrain
Mont-Sainte-Anne

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Mont Orford

$70 day pass

Easiest Access
Mont-Sainte-Anne

0.8h from YQB

Best Village Vibe
Mont Orford

Pleasant base area

Mont Orford
Quebec, Canada
$$Independent
Mont-Sainte-Anne
Quebec, Canada
$$Ikon

Family

Ski School Age
3+
3+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
8.0
7.5
Walkability
6.5
7.0
Village Vibe
7.5
7.5

Mountain

Vertical
1,790'
2,050'
Skiable Area
450 ac
450 ac
Green Runs
25%
22%
Trails
61
71
Lifts
8
10

Getting There

Airport
YUL
YQB
Drive Time
1.5h
0.8h
Road Ease
8.0
8.5

Cost

Passes
Independent
Ikon
Day Pass
$70
$95
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Moderate
Moderate
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Mont Orford

79.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

79.6" total

100%

Mont-Sainte-Anne

96.2"

avg season

2024-25 season

72.8" total

76%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
96"48"0"
Mont Orford
Mont-Sainte-Anne

Key Insights

Mont-Sainte-Anne excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

Best For

Mont Orford

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

Mont-Sainte-Anne

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

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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
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