Bolton Valley vs Waterville Valley Resort

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

StatBolton ValleyWaterville Valley Resort
Vertical drop1,555 ft (474 m)1,991 ft (607 m)
Summit elevation3,117 ft3,816 ft
Base elevation1,558 ft1,824 ft
Lifts610
Runs8084
Beginner terrain39%13%
Intermediate terrain34%56%
Expert terrain27%31%
Night skiingYesNo

Waterville Valley Resort has the bigger vertical (1,991 ft vs 1,555 ft); Waterville Valley Resort has more runs (84 vs 80); Waterville Valley Resort skews more expert (31% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Bolton ValleyIndy Pass: 2 days
Waterville Valley ResortIndy Pass: 2 days

One pass covers both: Indy Pass. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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