Resort Comparison

Smugglers' Notch Resort vs Waterville Valley Resort

Waterville Valley Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

The Verdict

Smugglers' Notch Resort leads with 3 wins

Best for Families

Waterville Valley Resort

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall

Smugglers' Notch Resort

92.8" average season

Best Terrain

Smugglers' Notch Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value

Smugglers' Notch Resort

$0 day pass

Easiest Access

Waterville Valley Resort

Easy mountain roads

Best Village Vibe

Waterville Valley Resort

Charming, walkable village

Smugglers' Notch Resort

Vermont, United States

$$

Waterville Valley Resort

New Hampshire, USA

$$Ikon

Family

Ski School Age

-

3+

Full-Day Program

-

Beginner Terrain

5.0

8.0

Walkability

5.0

8.0

Village Vibe

5.0

8.5

Mountain

Vertical

2,531'

2,020'

Skiable Area

0 ac

255 ac

Green Runs

15%

20%

Trails

110

50

Lifts

9

11

Getting There

Airport

BTV

MHT

Drive Time

2h

1.3h

Road Ease

5.0

8.0

Cost

Passes

None

Ikon

Day Pass

$0

$109

Cost Tier

Moderate

Moderate

Village

Dining

Limited

Moderate

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Smugglers' Notch Resort

92.8"

avg season

2024-25 season

96.3" total

104%

Waterville Valley Resort

87.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

79.6" total

91%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr

93"46"0"

Smugglers' Notch Resort

Waterville Valley Resort

Key Insights

Waterville Valley Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain and walkability.

Key Differences

Waterville Valley Resort's beginner terrain score (8.0) exceeds Smugglers' Notch Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
Waterville Valley Resort's walkability score (8.0) exceeds Smugglers' Notch Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
Waterville Valley Resort's family village atmosphere score (8.5) exceeds Smugglers' Notch Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
Waterville Valley Resort offers more terrain variety (255 acres vs 0 acres)

Best For

Smugglers' Notch Resort

Budget-conscious families

Waterville Valley Resort

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

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