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Okemo Mountain Resort vs Smugglers' Notch Resort

Okemo Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability. Smugglers' Notch Resort offers better value, while Okemo Mountain Resort caters to those seeking a premium experience.

The Verdict

Okemo Mountain Resort leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Okemo Mountain Resort

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Smugglers' Notch Resort

92.8" average season

Best Terrain
Okemo Mountain Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Smugglers' Notch Resort

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Okemo Mountain Resort

Easy mountain roads

Best Village Vibe
Okemo Mountain Resort

Charming, walkable village

Okemo Mountain Resort
Vermont, USA
$$$Epic
Smugglers' Notch Resort
Vermont, United States
$$

Family

Ski School Age
3+
-
Full-Day Program
-
Beginner Terrain
8.5
5.0
Walkability
7.5
5.0
Village Vibe
8.0
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
2,200'
2,531'
Skiable Area
667 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
31%
15%
Trails
121
110
Lifts
20
9

Getting There

Airport
BDL
BTV
Drive Time
2h
2h
Road Ease
8.0
5.0

Cost

Passes
Epic
None
Day Pass
$159
$0
Cost Tier
Premium
Moderate

Village

Dining
Good
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Okemo Mountain Resort

78.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

71.4" total

91%

Smugglers' Notch Resort

92.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

96.3" total

104%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
93"46"0"
Okemo Mountain Resort
Smugglers' Notch Resort

Key Insights

Okemo Mountain Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability. Smugglers' Notch Resort offers better value, while Okemo Mountain Resort caters to those seeking a premium experience.

Key Differences

  • Okemo Mountain Resort's beginner terrain score (8.5) exceeds Smugglers' Notch Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Okemo Mountain Resort's walkability score (7.5) exceeds Smugglers' Notch Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Okemo Mountain Resort's family village atmosphere score (8.0) exceeds Smugglers' Notch Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Okemo Mountain Resort offers more terrain variety (667 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Smugglers' Notch Resort is moderately priced while Okemo Mountain Resort falls in the premium category

Best For

Okemo Mountain Resort

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

Smugglers' Notch Resort

  • Budget-conscious families

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Regions

Colorado
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Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

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