Bolton Valley vs Sugarbush Resort

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

StatBolton ValleySugarbush Resort
Vertical drop1,555 ft (474 m)2,552 ft (778 m)
Summit elevation3,117 ft4,062 ft
Base elevation1,558 ft1,512 ft
Lifts618
Runs80142
Beginner terrain39%20%
Intermediate terrain34%41%
Expert terrain27%39%
Night skiingYesNo

Sugarbush Resort has the bigger vertical (2,552 ft vs 1,555 ft); Sugarbush Resort has more runs (142 vs 80); Sugarbush Resort skews more expert (39% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Bolton ValleyIndy Pass: 2 days
Sugarbush ResortIkon 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 →

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