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Ski Venture vs Windham Mountain

Windham Mountain excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

The Verdict

Windham Mountain leads with 5 wins
Best for Families
Windham Mountain

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Windham Mountain

57.3" average season

Best Terrain
Windham Mountain

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Ski Venture

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Windham Mountain

0.8h from ALB

Best Village Vibe
Windham Mountain

Pleasant base area

Ski Venture
New York, United States
$$
Windham Mountain
New York, USA
$$Epic

Family

Ski School Age
-
3+
Full-Day Program
-
Beginner Terrain
6.5
8.0
Walkability
5.0
7.0
Village Vibe
5.0
7.5

Mountain

Vertical
1,640'
1,600'
Skiable Area
0 ac
285 ac
Green Runs
25%
24%
Trails
10
54
Lifts
2
11

Getting There

Airport
ALB
ALB
Drive Time
2h
0.8h
Road Ease
5.0
8.5

Cost

Passes
None
Epic
Day Pass
$0
$129
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Moderate
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Ski Venture

47.7"

avg season

2024-25 season

49.3" total

103%

Windham Mountain

57.3"

avg season

2024-25 season

49.1" total

86%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
57"29"0"
Ski Venture
Windham Mountain

Key Insights

Windham Mountain excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and village atmosphere.

Key Differences

  • Windham Mountain's beginner terrain score (8.0) exceeds Ski Venture's (6.5), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Windham Mountain's walkability score (7.0) exceeds Ski Venture's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Windham Mountain's family village atmosphere score (7.5) exceeds Ski Venture's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Windham Mountain offers more terrain variety (285 acres vs 0 acres)

Best For

Ski Venture

  • Budget-conscious families

Windham Mountain

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

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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