Mad River Glen vs Pico Mountain
Mad River Glen (Vermont) and Pico Mountain (Vermont) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Mad River Glen | Pico Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,982 ft (604 m) | 1,932 ft (589 m) |
| Summit elevation | 3,629 ft | 3,934 ft |
| Base elevation | 1,647 ft | 2,001 ft |
| Lifts | 5 | 7 |
| Runs | 77 | 68 |
| Beginner terrain | 23% | 20% |
| Intermediate terrain | 39% | 53% |
| Expert terrain | 38% | 27% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Mad River Glen has the bigger vertical (1,982 ft vs 1,932 ft); Mad River Glen has more runs (77 vs 68); 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 |
| Pico Mountain | Ikon Pass: 7 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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