Magic Mountain Ski Area vs Sugarbush Resort
Magic Mountain Ski Area (Vermont) and Sugarbush Resort (Vermont) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Magic Mountain Ski Area | Sugarbush Resort |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 1,476 ft (450 m) | 2,552 ft (778 m) |
| Summit elevation | 2,851 ft | 4,062 ft |
| Base elevation | 1,378 ft | 1,512 ft |
| Lifts | 6 | 18 |
| Runs | 22 | 142 |
| Beginner terrain | 52% | 20% |
| Intermediate terrain | 33% | 41% |
| Expert terrain | 15% | 39% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Sugarbush Resort has the bigger vertical (2,552 ft vs 1,476 ft); Sugarbush Resort has more runs (142 vs 22); Sugarbush Resort skews more expert (39% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Magic Mountain Ski Area | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Sugarbush Resort | Ikon 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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