Mad River Glen vs Sugarbush
Comparing Mad River Glen (VT) and Sugarbush (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
Sugarbush
Warren, VT
Independent pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$159
Season pass$999
Side-by-side
| Stat | Mad River Glen | Sugarbush | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $109 | $199 | Mad River Glen |
| Online (30+ days) | $89 | $159 | Mad River Glen |
| Season pass | $649 | $999 | Mad River Glen |
| Annual snowfall | 250" | 250" | Tied |
| Skiable acres | 430 | 484 | Sugarbush |
| Vertical drop | 2,037' | 2,600' | Sugarbush |
| Runs | 71 | 111 | Sugarbush |
| Lifts | 5 | 16 | Sugarbush |
| Summit elevation | 4,017' | 4,135' | Sugarbush |
| Beginner terrain | 20% | 20% | Tied |
| Advanced terrain | 50% | 35% | Mad River Glen |
| Average lift wait | 3 min | 7 min | Mad River Glen |
The Match
Mad River Glen is cheaper at the gate ($89 vs $159 entry). Both are on the Independent pass — same pass, same wallet.