Hunter Mountain vs Wildcat
Comparing Hunter Mountain (NY) and Wildcat (NH) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Hunter Mountain
Hunter, NY
Epic pass
Window price$139
Online (advance)$89
Season pass$1,051
Wildcat
Pinkham Notch, NH
Epic pass
Window price$69
Online (advance)$62
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Hunter Mountain | Wildcat | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $139 | $69 | Wildcat |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $62 | Wildcat |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $1,051 | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 85" | 200" | Wildcat |
| Skiable acres | 247 | 265 | Wildcat |
| Vertical drop | 1,600' | 2,112' | Wildcat |
| Runs | 76 | 49 | Hunter Mountain |
| Lifts | 13 | 8 | Hunter Mountain |
| Summit elevation | 4,040' | 4,062' | Wildcat |
| Beginner terrain | 25% | 25% | Tied |
| Advanced terrain | 45% | 45% | Tied |
| Average lift wait | 15 min | — | Hunter Mountain |
The Match
Wildcat is cheaper at the gate ($62 vs $89 entry). Wildcat sees more snow (200" vs 85"). Both are on the Epic pass — same pass, same wallet.