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Tuckerman Ravine vs Waterville Valley Resort

Tuckerman Ravine excels for families prioritizing family features, while Waterville Valley Resort offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

The Verdict

Tuckerman Ravine leads with 5 wins
Best for Families
Tuckerman Ravine

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Tuckerman Ravine

123.5" average season

Best Terrain
Waterville Valley Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Tuckerman Ravine

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Tuckerman Ravine

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Tuckerman Ravine

Pleasant base area

Tuckerman Ravine
New Hampshire, United States
$$
Waterville Valley Resort
New Hampshire, United States
$$

Family

Ski School Age
-
-
Full-Day Program
-
-
Beginner Terrain
6.5
5.0
Walkability
5.0
5.0
Village Vibe
5.0
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
1,640'
1,967'
Skiable Area
0 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
25%
13%
Trails
10
82
Lifts
2
10

Getting There

Airport
MHT
MHT
Drive Time
2h
2h
Road Ease
5.0
5.0

Cost

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

Village

Dining
Limited
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Tuckerman Ravine

123.5"

avg season

2024-25 season

116" total

94%

Waterville Valley Resort

87.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

79.6" total

91%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
124"62"0"
Tuckerman Ravine
Waterville Valley Resort

Key Insights

Tuckerman Ravine excels for families prioritizing family features, while Waterville Valley Resort offers more terrain for diverse skill levels.

Key Differences

  • Tuckerman Ravine's beginner terrain score (6.5) exceeds Waterville Valley Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Tuckerman Ravine offers more terrain variety (0 acres vs 0 acres)

Best For

Tuckerman Ravine

  • Families with first-time skiers (good beginner terrain)
  • Budget-conscious families

Waterville Valley 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

First Family Ski Trip Guide
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