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Mt Hood Meadows vs White Pass

White Pass excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain, while Mt Hood Meadows offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

The Verdict

Mt Hood Meadows leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Mt Hood Meadows

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
White Pass

312.5" average ยท Reliably deep

Best Terrain
Mt Hood Meadows

Impressive mountain

Best Value
White Pass

$69 day pass

Easiest Access
Mt Hood Meadows

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Mt Hood Meadows

Pleasant base area

Mt Hood Meadows
Oregon, USA
$$Ikon
White Pass
Washington, USA
$$Independent

Family

Ski School Age
4+
4+
Full-Day Program
Beginner Terrain
7.5
7.5
Walkability
6.5
6.5
Village Vibe
6.0
6.0

Mountain

Vertical
2,777'
2,000'
Skiable Area
2,150 ac
1,500 ac
Green Runs
15%
20%
Trails
87
49
Lifts
11
7

Getting There

Airport
PDX
SEA
Drive Time
1.5h
2h
Road Ease
6.5
6.0

Cost

Passes
Ikon
Independent
Day Pass
$139
$69
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Moderate
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Mt Hood Meadows

270.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

299.3" total

110%

White Pass

312.5"

avg season

2024-25 season

297" total

95%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
313"156"0"
Mt Hood Meadows
White Pass

Key Insights

White Pass excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain, while Mt Hood Meadows offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

Key Differences

  • Mt Hood Meadows offers more terrain variety (2,150 acres vs 1,500 acres)
  • Mt Hood Meadows has greater vertical drop (2,777' vs 2,000'), offering longer runs

Best For

Mt Hood Meadows

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 4)
  • Budget-conscious families
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

White Pass

  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 4)
  • 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
Best Time to Go Skiing