Haystack Mountain Ski Area vs Stowe Mountain Resort
Haystack Mountain Ski Area (Vermont) and Stowe Mountain Resort (Vermont) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Haystack Mountain Ski Area | Stowe Mountain Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,407 ft (429 m) | 2,336 ft (712 m) |
| Summit elevation | 3,205 ft | 3,648 ft |
| Base elevation | 1,801 ft | 1,312 ft |
| Lifts | 5 | 12 |
| Runs | 65 | 144 |
| Beginner terrain | 44% | 18% |
| Intermediate terrain | 37% | 61% |
| Expert terrain | 19% | 21% |
| Night skiing | - | No |
Stowe Mountain Resort has the bigger vertical (2,336 ft vs 1,407 ft); Stowe Mountain Resort has more runs (144 vs 65); Stowe Mountain Resort skews more expert (21% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Haystack Mountain Ski Area | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Stowe Mountain Resort | Epic 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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