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Shawnee Peak vs Sugarloaf Mountain

Sugarloaf Mountain excels for families prioritizing walkability and village atmosphere.

The Verdict

Sugarloaf Mountain leads with 4 wins
Best for Families
Sugarloaf Mountain

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Sugarloaf Mountain

100.2" average season

Best Terrain
Sugarloaf Mountain

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Shawnee Peak

$69 day pass

Easiest Access
Shawnee Peak

0.9h from PWM

Best Village Vibe
Sugarloaf Mountain

Charming, walkable village

Shawnee Peak
Maine, USA
$$Indy
Sugarloaf Mountain
Maine, United States
$$Ikon

Family

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

Mountain

Vertical
1,300'
2,820'
Skiable Area
239 ac
1,240 ac
Green Runs
30%
22%
Trails
44
162
Lifts
5
13

Getting There

Airport
PWM
PWM
Drive Time
0.9h
2.5h
Road Ease
8.0
6.0

Cost

Passes
Indy
Ikon
Day Pass
$69
$149
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Good
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Shawnee Peak

67.1"

avg season

2024-25 season

55.2" total

82%

Sugarloaf Mountain

100.2"

avg season

2024-25 season

89.6" total

89%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
100"50"0"
Shawnee Peak
Sugarloaf Mountain

Key Insights

Sugarloaf Mountain excels for families prioritizing walkability and village atmosphere.

Key Differences

  • Shawnee Peak's beginner terrain score (8.0) exceeds Sugarloaf Mountain's (7.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Sugarloaf Mountain's walkability score (8.0) exceeds Shawnee Peak's (6.5), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Sugarloaf Mountain's family village atmosphere score (8.0) exceeds Shawnee Peak's (6.5), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Sugarloaf Mountain offers more terrain variety (1,240 acres vs 239 acres)
  • Sugarloaf Mountain has greater vertical drop (2,820' vs 1,300'), offering longer runs

Best For

Shawnee Peak

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

Sugarloaf Mountain

  • Those seeking a walkable village experience
  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere
  • Advanced skiers seeking terrain variety (1,240 acres)

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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