Bretton Woods Mountain Resort vs Waterville Valley Resort
Bretton Woods Mountain Resort (New Hampshire) and Waterville Valley Resort (New Hampshire) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Bretton Woods Mountain Resort | Waterville Valley Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,394 ft (425 m) | 1,991 ft (607 m) |
| Summit elevation | 2,992 ft | 3,816 ft |
| Base elevation | 1,598 ft | 1,824 ft |
| Lifts | 9 | 10 |
| Runs | 90 | 84 |
| Beginner terrain | 31% | 13% |
| Intermediate terrain | 43% | 56% |
| Expert terrain | 26% | 31% |
| Night skiing | Yes | No |
Waterville Valley Resort has the bigger vertical (1,991 ft vs 1,394 ft); Bretton Woods Mountain Resort has more runs (90 vs 84); Waterville Valley Resort skews more expert (31% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Bretton Woods Mountain Resort | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Waterville Valley Resort | Indy Pass: 2 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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