Resort Comparison

Okemo Mountain Resort vs Waterville Valley Resort

Waterville Valley Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability, while Okemo Mountain Resort offers more terrain for diverse skill levels. Waterville Valley Resort offers better value, while Okemo Mountain Resort caters to those seeking a premium experience.

The Verdict

Waterville Valley Resort leads with 5 wins
Best for Families
Waterville Valley Resort

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Waterville Valley Resort

87.9" average season

Best Terrain
Okemo Mountain Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Waterville Valley Resort

Moderate pricing

Easiest Access
Waterville Valley Resort

Easy mountain roads

Best Village Vibe
Waterville Valley Resort

Charming, walkable village

Okemo Mountain Resort
Vermont, USA
$$$Epic
Waterville Valley Resort
New Hampshire, USA
$$Ikon

Family

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

Mountain

Vertical
2,200'
2,020'
Skiable Area
667 ac
255 ac
Green Runs
31%
20%
Trails
121
50
Lifts
20
11

Getting There

Airport
BDL
MHT
Drive Time
2h
1.3h
Road Ease
8.0
8.0

Cost

Passes
Epic
Ikon
Day Pass
$159
$109
Cost Tier
Premium
Moderate

Village

Dining
Good
Moderate
Grocery
Spa
Pool

Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Okemo Mountain Resort

78.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

71.4" total

91%

Waterville Valley Resort

87.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

79.6" total

91%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
88"44"0"
Okemo Mountain Resort
Waterville Valley Resort

Key Insights

Waterville Valley Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability, while Okemo Mountain Resort offers more terrain for diverse skill levels. Waterville Valley Resort offers better value, while Okemo Mountain Resort caters to those seeking a premium experience.

Key Differences

  • Okemo Mountain Resort offers more terrain variety (667 acres vs 255 acres)
  • Waterville Valley Resort is moderately priced while Okemo Mountain Resort falls in the premium category

Best For

Okemo Mountain Resort

  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (667 acres)
  • Parents with young children (ski school from age 3)
  • Parents wanting full-day ski school programs

Waterville Valley Resort

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

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