Mad River Glen vs Stowe
Comparing Mad River Glen (VT) and Stowe (VT) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Mad River Glen
Waitsfield, VT
Independent pass
Window price$109
Online (advance)$89
Season pass$649
Stowe
Stowe, VT
Epic pass
Window price$239
Online (advance)$169
Season pass$1,051
Side-by-side
| Stat | Mad River Glen | Stowe | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $109 | $239 | Mad River Glen |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $169 | Mad River Glen |
| Season pass | $649 | $1,051 | Mad River Glen |
| Annual snowfall | 250" | 300" | Stowe |
| Skiable acres | 430 | 485 | Stowe |
| Vertical drop | 2,037' | 2,331' | Stowe |
| Runs | 71 | 116 | Stowe |
| Lifts | 5 | 12 | Stowe |
| Summit elevation | 4,017' | 4,393' | Stowe |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 16% | Mad River Glen |
| Advanced terrain | 50% | 25% | Mad River Glen |
| Average lift wait | 3 min | 12 min | Mad River Glen |
The Match
Mad River Glen is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $169 entry). Stowe sees more snow (300" vs 250"). Pass affiliation: Mad River Glen is Independent, Stowe is Epic.