Bretton Woods vs Sugarloaf
Comparing Bretton Woods (NH) and Sugarloaf (ME) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Bretton Woods
Bretton Woods, NH
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$149
Online (advance)$89
Season pass—
Sugarloaf
Carrabassett Valley, ME
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$149
Online (advance)$79
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Bretton Woods | Sugarloaf | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $149 | $149 | Tied |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $79 | Sugarloaf |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 250" | 240" | Bretton Woods |
| Skiable acres | 464 | 1,293 | Sugarloaf |
| Vertical drop | 2,380' | 2,820' | Sugarloaf |
| Runs | 94 | 162 | Sugarloaf |
| Lifts | 8 | 16 | Sugarloaf |
| Summit elevation | 3,625' | 4,237' | Sugarloaf |
| Beginner terrain | 30% | 20% | Bretton Woods |
| Advanced terrain | 30% | 48% | Sugarloaf |
| Average lift wait | 6 min | 7 min | Bretton Woods |
The Match
Sugarloaf is cheaper at the gate ($79 vs $89 entry). Sugarloaf is significantly bigger (1,293 vs 464 acres). Both are on the Mountain Collective pass — same pass, same wallet.