Stratton vs Sugarbush
Comparing Stratton (VT) and Sugarbush (VT) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Stratton
Stratton, VT
Independent pass
Window price$189
Online (advance)$139
Season pass—
Sugarbush
Warren, VT
Independent pass
Window price$199
Online (advance)$159
Season pass$999
Side-by-side
| Stat | Stratton | Sugarbush | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $189 | $199 | Stratton |
| Online (30+ days) | $139 | $159 | Stratton |
| Season pass | — | $999 | Sugarbush |
| Annual snowfall | 250" | 250" | Tied |
| Skiable acres | 670 | 484 | Stratton |
| Vertical drop | 2,003' | 2,600' | Sugarbush |
| Runs | 101 | 111 | Sugarbush |
| Lifts | 11 | 16 | Sugarbush |
| Summit elevation | 3,936' | 4,135' | Sugarbush |
| Beginner terrain | 22% | 20% | Stratton |
| Advanced terrain | 32% | 35% | Sugarbush |
| Average lift wait | 8 min | 7 min | Sugarbush |
The Match
Stratton is cheaper at the gate ($139 vs $159 entry). Stratton is significantly bigger (670 vs 484 acres). Both are on the Independent pass — same pass, same wallet.