Bolton Valley vs Stowe Mountain Resort

Bolton Valley (Vermont) and Stowe Mountain Resort (Vermont) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatBolton ValleyStowe Mountain Resort
Vertical drop1,555 ft (474 m)2,336 ft (712 m)
Summit elevation3,117 ft3,648 ft
Base elevation1,558 ft1,312 ft
Lifts612
Runs80144
Beginner terrain39%18%
Intermediate terrain34%61%
Expert terrain27%21%
Night skiingYesNo

Stowe Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (2,336 ft vs 1,555 ft); Stowe Mountain Resort has more runs (144 vs 80); Bolton Valley skews more expert (27% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Bolton ValleyIndy Pass: 2 days
Stowe Mountain ResortEpic Pass: unlimited days

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

Stay near Bolton Valley

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