Mad River Glen vs Magic Mountain Ski Area
Mad River Glen (Vermont) and Magic Mountain Ski Area (Vermont) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Mad River Glen | Magic Mountain Ski Area |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,982 ft (604 m) | 1,476 ft (450 m) |
| Summit elevation | 3,629 ft | 2,851 ft |
| Base elevation | 1,647 ft | 1,378 ft |
| Lifts | 5 | 6 |
| Runs | 77 | 22 |
| Beginner terrain | 23% | 52% |
| Intermediate terrain | 39% | 33% |
| Expert terrain | 38% | 15% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Mad River Glen has the bigger vertical (1,982 ft vs 1,476 ft); Mad River Glen has more runs (77 vs 22); Mad River Glen skews more expert (38% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Mad River Glen | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Magic Mountain Ski Area | 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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