Haystack Mountain Ski Area vs Mad River Glen
Haystack Mountain Ski Area (Vermont) and Mad River Glen (Vermont) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Haystack Mountain Ski Area | Mad River Glen |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,407 ft (429 m) | 1,982 ft (604 m) |
| Summit elevation | 3,205 ft | 3,629 ft |
| Base elevation | 1,801 ft | 1,647 ft |
| Lifts | 5 | 5 |
| Runs | 65 | 77 |
| Beginner terrain | 44% | 23% |
| Intermediate terrain | 37% | 39% |
| Expert terrain | 19% | 38% |
| Night skiing | - | No |
Mad River Glen has the bigger vertical (1,982 ft vs 1,407 ft); Mad River Glen has more runs (77 vs 65); Mad River Glen skews more expert (38% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Haystack Mountain Ski Area | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Mad River Glen | Not 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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