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Mont Orford vs Parc national de La Jacques-Cartier

Mont Orford excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

The Verdict

Mont Orford leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Mont Orford

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Parc national de La Jacques-Cartier

123" average season

Best Terrain
Mont Orford

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Parc national de La Jacques-Cartier

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Mont Orford

Easy mountain roads

Best Village Vibe
Mont Orford

Pleasant base area

Mont Orford
Quebec, Canada
$$Independent

Family

Ski School Age
3+
-
Full-Day Program
-
Beginner Terrain
8.0
6.5
Walkability
6.5
5.0
Village Vibe
7.5
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
1,790'
1,370'
Skiable Area
450 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
25%
25%
Trails
61
10
Lifts
8
2

Getting There

Airport
YUL
YUL
Drive Time
1.5h
2h
Road Ease
8.0
5.0

Cost

Passes
Independent
None
Day Pass
$70
$0
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Moderate
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Mont Orford

79.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

79.6" total

100%

Parc national de La Jacques-Cartier

123"

avg season

2024-25 season

100" total

81%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
123"62"0"
Mont Orford
Parc national de La Jacques-Cartier

Key Insights

Mont Orford excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

Key Differences

  • Mont Orford's beginner terrain score (8.0) exceeds Parc national de La Jacques-Cartier's (6.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Mont Orford's walkability score (6.5) exceeds Parc national de La Jacques-Cartier's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Mont Orford's family village atmosphere score (7.5) exceeds Parc national de La Jacques-Cartier's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Mont Orford offers more terrain variety (450 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Mont Orford has greater vertical drop (1,790' vs 1,370'), offering longer runs

Best For

Mont Orford

  • Families with first-time skiers (excellent beginner terrain)
  • Those seeking a walkable village experience
  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere

Parc national de La Jacques-Cartier

  • Budget-conscious families

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Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
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