Resort Comparison

Waterville Valley Resort vs Waterville Valley Resort

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

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

Waterville Valley Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value

Waterville Valley Resort

$0 day pass

Easiest Access

Waterville Valley Resort

Easy mountain roads

Best Village Vibe

Waterville Valley Resort

Charming, walkable village

Waterville Valley Resort

New Hampshire, USA

$$Ikon

Waterville Valley Resort

New Hampshire, United States

$$

Family

Ski School Age

3+

-

Full-Day Program

-

Beginner Terrain

8.0

5.0

Walkability

8.0

5.0

Village Vibe

8.5

5.0

Mountain

Vertical

2,020'

1,967'

Skiable Area

255 ac

0 ac

Green Runs

20%

13%

Trails

50

82

Lifts

11

10

Getting There

Airport

MHT

MHT

Drive Time

1.3h

2h

Road Ease

8.0

5.0

Cost

Passes

Ikon

None

Day Pass

$109

$0

Cost Tier

Moderate

Moderate

Village

Dining

Moderate

Limited

Grocery

Spa

Pool

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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Waterville Valley Resort

87.9"

avg season

2024-25 season

79.6" 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"

Waterville Valley 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 Waterville Valley Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
Waterville Valley Resort's walkability score (8.0) exceeds Waterville Valley Resort's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
Waterville Valley Resort's family village atmosphere score (8.5) exceeds Waterville Valley 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

Waterville Valley Resort

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

Waterville Valley Resort

Budget-conscious families

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