Nashoba Valley Ski Area vs Wachusett Mountain
Nashoba Valley Ski Area (Massachusetts) and Wachusett Mountain (Massachusetts) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.
| Stat | Nashoba Valley Ski Area | Wachusett Mountain |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical drop | 230 ft (70 m) | 938 ft (286 m) |
| Summit elevation | 423 ft | 1,969 ft |
| Base elevation | 197 ft | 1,030 ft |
| Lifts | 12 | 8 |
| Runs | 17 | 38 |
| Beginner terrain | 24% | 30% |
| Intermediate terrain | 47% | 51% |
| Expert terrain | 29% | 19% |
| Night skiing | - | Yes |
Wachusett Mountain has the bigger vertical (938 ft vs 230 ft); Wachusett Mountain has more runs (38 vs 17); Nashoba Valley Ski Area skews more expert (29% expert terrain).
Which pass covers them?
| Resort | Pass coverage (2026-27) |
|---|---|
| Nashoba Valley Ski Area | Not on a major pass; lift tickets only |
| Wachusett Mountain | 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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