Jay Peak Resort vs Mount Snow Ski Resort

Jay Peak Resort (Vermont) and Mount Snow Ski Resort (Vermont) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatJay Peak ResortMount Snow Ski Resort
Vertical drop1,985 ft (605 m)1,647 ft (502 m)
Summit elevation3,825 ft3,586 ft
Base elevation1,837 ft1,939 ft
Lifts919
Runs79119
Beginner terrain27%25%
Intermediate terrain49%57%
Expert terrain24%18%
Night skiingNoNo

Jay Peak Resort has the bigger vertical (1,985 ft vs 1,647 ft); Mount Snow Ski Resort has more runs (119 vs 79); Jay Peak Resort skews more expert (24% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Jay Peak ResortIndy Pass: 2 days
Mount Snow Ski ResortEpic 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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