Ascutney Mountain Resort vs Smugglers' Notch

Ascutney Mountain Resort (Vermont) and Smugglers' Notch (Vermont) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatAscutney Mountain ResortSmugglers' Notch
Vertical drop443 ft (135 m)2,533 ft (772 m)
Summit elevation1,220 ft3,648 ft
Base elevation774 ft1,115 ft
Lifts39
Runs26110
Beginner terrain40%15%
Intermediate terrain52%57%
Expert terrain8%28%
Night skiing-No

Smugglers' Notch has the bigger vertical (2,533 ft vs 443 ft); Smugglers' Notch has more runs (110 vs 26); Smugglers' Notch skews more expert (28% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Ascutney Mountain ResortNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Smugglers' NotchNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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