Stowe vs Sugarbush
Comparing Stowe (VT) and Sugarbush (VT) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Stowe
Stowe, VT
Epic pass
Window price$239
Online (advance)$169
Season pass$1,051
Sugarbush
Warren, VT
Independent pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$159
Season pass$999
Side-by-side
| Stat | Stowe | Sugarbush | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $239 | $199 | Sugarbush |
| Online (30+ days) | $169 | $159 | Sugarbush |
| Season pass | $1,051 | $999 | Sugarbush |
| Annual snowfall | 300" | 250" | Stowe |
| Skiable acres | 485 | 484 | Stowe |
| Vertical drop | 2,331' | 2,600' | Sugarbush |
| Runs | 116 | 111 | Stowe |
| Lifts | 12 | 16 | Sugarbush |
| Summit elevation | 4,393' | 4,135' | Stowe |
| Beginner terrain | 16% | 20% | Sugarbush |
| Advanced terrain | 25% | 35% | Sugarbush |
| Average lift wait | 12 min | 7 min | Sugarbush |
The Match
Sugarbush is cheaper at the gate ($159 vs $169 entry). Stowe sees more snow (300" vs 250"). Pass affiliation: Stowe is Epic, Sugarbush is Independent.