Middlebury College Snow Bowl vs Smugglers' Notch
Middlebury College Snow Bowl (Vermont) and Smugglers' Notch (Vermont) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Middlebury College Snow Bowl | Smugglers' Notch |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 951 ft (290 m) | 2,533 ft (772 m) |
| Summit elevation | 2,661 ft | 3,648 ft |
| Base elevation | 1,709 ft | 1,115 ft |
| Lifts | 4 | 9 |
| Runs | 26 | 110 |
| Beginner terrain | 35% | 15% |
| Intermediate terrain | 19% | 57% |
| Expert terrain | 46% | 28% |
| Night skiing | No | No |
Smugglers' Notch has the bigger vertical (2,533 ft vs 951 ft); Smugglers' Notch has more runs (110 vs 26); Middlebury College Snow Bowl skews more expert (46% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Middlebury College Snow Bowl | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Smugglers' Notch | 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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